K'inich Janaab' Pakal Head Pendant Lapis Lazuli — Sterling .925

The majesty of a Maya king, carved in lapis lazuli and silver.

Characteristics

• Material: Sterling Silver .925 with Hallmark
• Stone: Deep Blue Lapis Lazuli
• Technique: Hand-inset stone
• Design: Head of K'inich Janaab' Pakal (King Pakal of Palenque)
• Measurements: Length 7.1 cm × width 2.7 cm
• Weight: 13.2 g
• Chain: Not included — pendant only
• Hallmark: .925
• Origin: Taxco, Mexico

This pendant captures the solemnity of K'inich Janaab' Pakal, one of the most powerful Maya kings of Palenque. The face is carved from deep blue lapis lazuli, the sacred stone of ancient Mesoamerican civilizations, while the crowns and ceremonial ornaments are highlighted in sterling silver .925. Every feature—the furrowed brow, the closed eyes in contemplation, the royal headdress—speaks of a ruler whose tomb held treasures that rewrote American archaeology.

Setting this stone into silver is an act of craft. Every contact point between the metal and the lapis is worked by hand, without press or machinery. Taxco has spent 500 years perfecting the art of stone setting, giving this piece a backing of unparalleled plating tradition. The lapis lazuli is not a companion detail—it is the heart of the composition, with its deep blue evoking the Maya skies and the celestial vault that ancient kings were believed to hold aloft.

Wearing this pendant connects you to a legacy 1,300 years deep. The Maya understood that silver and blue stones were conductors between worlds. Today, the Art Taxco Lifetime Buyback Program honors that same principle: your jewelry is not a temporary possession, but an object of enduring value that can always live again in other hands.

Key Benefits

• ✦ Authentic deep blue lapis lazuli
• ✦ Hand-inset artisanal work in sterling .925
• ✦ Inspired by K'inich Janaab' Pakal, king of Palenque
• ✦ Substantial weight (13.2 g) that reflects craftsmanship
• ✦ Lifetime buyback up to 35%

Ideal For

• 🎁 Collectors of pre-Hispanic symbolism
• 💍 Gifts with historical depth
• 👤 Those who value artisanal craftsmanship

Measurements & Shipping

Length of 7.1 cm when worn—about the size of three fingers hanging. Maximum width 2.7 cm. This is a pendant without a chain: sold as the hanging piece only. You can wear it on a chain you already own or on a cord of your choice. Ships 2-3 business days. Custom sizing available: hola@artetaxco.mx

Lifetime Buyback Program — Your Silver Always Has Value

Buy risk-free. If this piece is ever not for you, we buy it back in Arte Taxco store credit, up to 35%, with no expiration date. Lapis lazuli ages beautifully and your investment in sterling silver never loses ground. Learn all about the Lifetime Buyback Program.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Does this pendant include a chain?
A: No — sold as the pendant only. You can add it to a chain you already have or purchase one separately, based on your personal style.

Q: Who was K'inich Janaab' Pakal?
A: He was the most famous king of Palenque (a Maya dynasty in what is now Chiapas, Mexico). He ruled for 68 years, and his tomb, discovered in 1952, revolutionized Mesoamerican archaeology.

Q: Is the lapis lazuli natural?
A: Yes. Lapis lazuli is a deep blue mineral stone, often with natural white veins. Its shade varies by origin, but it always holds that profound blue you see in this piece.

Do You Have Silver You No Longer Wear?

Inherited, vintage, broken—we buy it back. If you have Taxco silver or pieces from other origins you'd like to trade for Arte Taxco credit, write to hola@artetaxco.mx with photos and weight.

A pendant with the history of kings—perfect for those who understand that jewelry is far more than ornament.