Virgen Guadalupe Repousse Necklace Sterling Silver .925

Devotion and mastery in silver: every detail of the Virgin's face emerges from the artisan's hammer, not a machine.

Details

• Material: Sterling silver .925 authentic
• Technique: Handmade repousse
• Pendant: Virgen Guadalupe
• Chain: Twisted silver, 45 cm long
• Pendant dimensions: 5 cm tall × 2 cm wide
• Total weight: 10 grams
• Finish: Deep relief carving
• Hallmark: .925 TAXCO
• Workshop: Bravo Joyería, Taxco de Alarcón, Guerrero
• Origin: Taxco, Mexico
• Condition: New, verified by Arte Taxco

Devotion rendered in silver

This necklace is an act of faith transmitted through sterling silver. The pendant portrays the Virgen de Guadalupe using the repousse technique — a process where the artisan carefully hammers the silver sheet from behind with specialized punches, creating relief that emerges as if the Virgin gazes from within the metal itself. Every line of her face, every fold of her mantle, every ray of light behind the crown is a decision made by the master craftsman, never a factory mold. The twisted silver chain maintains visual balance: classic, durable, worthy of wearing this symbol every single day.

Repousse: a technique of generations

At Bravo Joyería, repousse is not a fast process. It demands experience, patience, and a hand that understands silver's plasticity. Every hammer strike is irreversible — one mistake and the entire piece is discarded. That is why the price reflects far more than grams: it represents hours of concentration, accumulated knowledge, the precision of a craft passed down generation to generation in Taxco's workshops. Repousse revived in Taxco in the early 20th century as a way to elevate silversmithing from mere jewelry-making into art.

Taxco: 500 years of silver hearts

Since 1534, Taxco has been a cradle of silversmiths. Today, when you purchase a religious pendant repousse-carved in Taxco, you acquire a link in that five-century chain. The piece you wear was not made in China or a mass-production factory — it was made in Bravo Joyería's family workshop, in the city that defined the style of modern Mexican silversmithing. That is origin. That is roots.

Your silver always holds value

This necklace is yours for life. If ever you decide it is time to pass the Virgin to other hands, or simply need to convert silver back to cash, Arte Taxco's Buyback Program repurchases this piece up to 70% of its value, with no expiration, in electronic wallet. No rush. No deadlines. The silver resting at your neck today is wealth you can convert whenever you need.

Key benefits

• ✦ Authentic sterling silver .925 with .925 TAXCO hallmark
• ✦ Handmade repousse — every detail carved by master silversmith
• ✦ Virgen Guadalupe pendant with depth and character
• ✦ Twisted silver chain, elegant and durable
• ✦ Verified and certified by Arte Taxco before shipment
• ✦ Buyback with no expiration up to 70% — your silver always matters

Perfect for

• 🎁 Daily devotion — wear the Virgin close to your heart
• 💍 Gift for her — Guadalupe Day, baptism, quinceañera, wedding
• 👤 Special occasion — pilgrimage, religious ceremony, celebration

Measurements and shipping

Chain: 45 cm long (safety ring clasp).
Pendant: 5 cm tall × 2 cm wide.
Total weight: 10 grams.
Packaging: Arte Taxco box with certificate of authenticity and microfiber cloth.

Buyback Program — Your silver always holds value

When you buy from Arte Taxco, your silver never loses value. This necklace can be repurchased up to 70% at any time, with no expiration, through our Buyback Program. If your style changes, if you need to liquidate, if you wish to pass this piece to someone else: your investment in authentic Taxco silver always converts to cash.

Frequently asked questions

Q: How do I know the silver is authentic?
A: Every Arte Taxco piece carries the .925 TAXCO hallmark and is physically verified before shipment. You receive a certificate of authenticity in the box. Additionally, Arte Taxco repurchases the piece, which guarantees real value.

Q: What exactly is repousse and why does it cost more than casting?
A: Repousse is an ancestral technique where the artisan manually hammers the silver sheet from behind, creating relief. Each piece takes hours. It cannot be automated. The result is a depth and character impossible to achieve with factory molds.

Q: Can I wear this necklace every day?
A: Yes. The twisted chain is sturdy. Sterling silver .925 is durable. Just avoid direct impacts to the pendant and keep the necklace dry. With basic care, it will last decades.

Wearing the Virgin in Taxco silver means wearing faith, art, and history all at once. This necklace is yours.