{"product_id":"brazalete-plata-concha-de-abulon-taxco-925","title":"Sterling Silver Abalone Shell Bangle — Taxco .925","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eOcean magic captured in silver: iridescent abalone shell in a rigid Taxco bangle.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Sterling .925 with .925 hallmark\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eTechnique: Hand stone inlay\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eStone: Iridescent abalone shell\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eType: Rigid bangle (cuff) with opening\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eInner diameter: 6.8 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eBand width: 5.3 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eWeight: 25.87 g\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eFinish: Polished and mirror\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Taxco, Mexico\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eA solid, commanding bangle that wraps the wrist with presence. The abalone shell inlaid at the center catches the light with iridescent flashes — greens, blues, purples, golds that shift as you move. The work is entirely by hand: every setting point was fixed individually by an artisan in Taxco. This is not a flexible bracelet — it's a rigid cuff-style bangle with an opening that lets you slip it on comfortably. The weight (nearly 26 grams) sits substantial on your wrist, speaking to both craftsmanship and intention.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eStone inlay is one of the most demanding techniques in jewelry: the setting is not mechanical, but each anchor point must be shaped and soldered precisely to the stone's dimensions. With abalone shell, the challenge is greater — it's organic material, fragile, requiring exact soldering temperatures to avoid damage. The result is a piece that merges the durability of sterling silver with the delicate, controlled beauty of nature. Wearing this bangle is wearing a conversation between craft and ocean.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor 500 years, Taxco has been weaving stories in silver. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/nuestra-historia\"\u003eThe story of Arte Taxco\u003c\/a\u003e is the story of artisans who inherit techniques, who pass down patience and precision across generations. Every bangle that leaves a Taxco workshop is an act of continuity: the craft lives on, silver remains noble, and details still matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuy risk-free. Your bangle always holds value — we buy it back whenever you choose, up to 35% in digital store credit, with no expiration. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/programa-joya-de-por-vida\"\u003eLearn all about the Lifetime Buyback Program\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Authentic sterling .925 with certified hallmark\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Iridescent abalone shell, hand-set\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Rigid cuff design with opening for easy wear\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Substantial weight (25.87 g) — feels solid on the wrist\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Buyback up to 35%, no expiration\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePerfect for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128141; Special occasions and celebrations\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128100; Anyone seeking something different and handcrafted\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#127873; Gifts with lasting meaning\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSizing \u0026 shipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRigid Taxco bangle. Inner diameter 6.8 cm × 5.3 cm band width. Cuff-style design with opening — gently opens to slip onto your wrist and closes around it. Ships in 2-3 business days. Custom sizing available: \u003ca href=\"mailto:hola@artetaxco.mx\"\u003ehola@artetaxco.mx\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eLifetime Buyback Program — Your silver always has value\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuy risk-free. We buy back your bangle whenever you decide, up to 35% in digital store credit, no expiration. Your silver is always valuable at Arte Taxco. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/programa-joya-de-por-vida\"\u003eLearn all about the Lifetime Buyback Program\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is abalone shell and why does it shimmer like that?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: It's the mother-of-pearl interior of the mollusk, with nacre layers that refract light into natural iridescence: greens, blues, purples. Each shell is unique.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is abalone shell fragile?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: It's more delicate than mineral stones. Avoid direct impact, perfumes, chlorine, and prolonged water exposure. Kept with care, it will last decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How do I put on a rigid bangle?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: It has an opening — gently open it, slide it over your wrist, and let it close. It's not flexible, but the opening makes wearing it comfortable and secure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo you have silver you no longer wear?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOld silver, inherited pieces, or bangles you've retired — we buy them back. Send photos to \u003ca href=\"mailto:hola@artetaxco.mx\"\u003ehola@artetaxco.mx\u003c\/a\u003e and we'll quote you.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHand-crafted Taxco bangle — presence and artistry with every turn of your wrist.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arte Taxco","offers":[{"title":"Única","offer_id":51864999428342,"sku":"ATA-BRZ-000008584","price":170.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0702\/2552\/7030\/files\/ATA-TEMP-1792012615751-kx1jo_1.jpg?v=1792013264","url":"https:\/\/www.artetaxcosilver.com\/products\/brazalete-plata-concha-de-abulon-taxco-925","provider":"Arte Taxco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}