{"product_id":"dije-de-plata-calado-minimalista-taxco-927","title":"Sterling Silver Calado Pendant Minimalist — Taxco .925","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eA circle of precision — the philosophy of the craft in its purest form.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCharacteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Sterling Silver .925 with Hallmark\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eTechnique: Calado (hand-cut design)\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eDesign: Minimalist circle with sculpted details\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eSize: 1 cm long\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eWeight: 0.7 g\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eClosure: Soldered bail for chain\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eChain: NOT included — pendant only\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Taxco, Mexico\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis small sterling circle is the definition of minimalism rooted in Taxco tradition. Its compact size — just over half a centimeter — makes it perfect for layering with other chains or as a singular piece that catches the light at close range. Calado, a technique only a jeweler can execute with hand saw, demands a patience machines will never possess: every curve is a choice, and one mistake means the piece is discarded. There is no margin for error here, only intention.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe .925 sterling with its \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/certificado-autenticidad-joyas-plata-925\"\u003ecertificate of authenticity\u003c\/a\u003e guarantees what you hold is genuine. The hallmark — the official assay mark — is engraved on the piece, your proof of authenticity to wear. This pendant is the foundation for infinite ways to wear it: on a long delicate chain, a chunky link, even a silk cord. Versatility is woven into the design.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor 500 years, Taxco has been the heart of Mexican silversmithing, where generations of artisans perfected techniques like calado. Every piece leaving the city's workshops carries that legacy — it is not merely an object, but the continuity of a craft that could disappear. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/nuestra-historia\"\u003eThe Arte Taxco story\u003c\/a\u003e is about preserving that tradition while wearing it every day.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuy risk-free: your silver always holds value. When this pendant has lived its season with you, we buy it back. No expiration, no questions — up to 70% in store credit to spend whenever you want.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Authentic .925 sterling with Taxco hallmark\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Jeweler-precision calado — hand-cut technique\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Minimalist: 1 cm, versatile, understated\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Perfect for personal chains or layering\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Lifetime buyback up to 70%\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIdeal for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128141; Minimalist design lovers\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128100; Collectors of artisan pendants\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#127873; Versatile layering and modern styling\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMeasurements \u0026 Shipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eLength: 1 cm · Width: ~0.8 cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant: This pendant ships WITHOUT a chain.\u003c\/strong\u003e Just the sterling piece with its bail ready to thread onto your chosen chain — select from our collection or use one you love. Ships in 2-3 business days to Mexico and USA. Made to order — may take ~3-5 additional days.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eLifetime Buyback Program — Your Silver Always Has Value\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuy risk-free. We buy back your pendant whenever you decide, up to 70% in store credit, no expiration. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/programa-joya-de-por-vida\"\u003eLearn all about the Lifetime Buyback Program\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Why does it say \"chain not included\"?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: This pendant is the sterling piece alone. The chain is separate — so you choose the style, length, and thickness that best match your look. Write us if you'd like suggestions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is calado?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: An ancestral Taxco technique where the jeweler cuts the design with a hand saw, creating voids (negative space) that are part of the art itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is 1 cm too small?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: It is understated, but visible up close. Perfect if you prefer to carry your identity subtly, or pair it with other pendants.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo You Have Silver You No Longer Wear?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOld silver, inherited pieces, or designs you've outgrown — we buy them back. Send photos to \u003ca href=\"mailto:hola@artetaxco.mx\"\u003ehola@artetaxco.mx\u003c\/a\u003e and we'll make you an offer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA circle of precision — only in Taxco, where every millimeter matters.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arte Taxco","offers":[{"title":"Única","offer_id":51629967048950,"sku":"ATA-PEN-000005977","price":4.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0702\/2552\/7030\/files\/ATA-TEMP-005977_1.jpg?v=1789399547","url":"https:\/\/www.artetaxcosilver.com\/products\/dije-de-plata-calado-minimalista-taxco-927","provider":"Arte Taxco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}