Sterling Silver Aztec Calendar Pendant — Taxco .925

The sacred symbol of the Aztec calendar, in Taxco silver.

Characteristics

• Material: Sterling .925 with Hallmark
• Technique: Combined — casting and detailed engraving
• Design: Aztec calendar with five concentric suns
• Measurements: 4 cm long × 2.5 cm wide
• Weight: 8.1 g
• Includes: Pendant only (chain not included)
• Finish: Polished bright with engraved details
• Style: Prehispanic
• Origin: Taxco, Mexico

The Aztec calendar is far more than a symbol — it is Mexica cosmology cast in silver. This pendant captures the five concentric suns, each engraved with precision, in a size that commands presence when worn (4 cm) without overwhelming. The combined technique of casting and hand-engraving allows every detail — from the central face to the glyphs circling the piece — to leap forward with clarity. It is a pendant that invites conversation, that tells stories.

Authentic sterling .925 with its hallmark engraved on the reverse. The combination of casting and manual engraving allows prehispanic details to stand without sacrificing the solidity of the form; each line was decided by hand and tool. This is the kind of piece that connects to five centuries of Taxco silversmithing, where artisans do not merely cast silver — they rescue ancestral symbols and make them living again.

Taxco is the world capital of artisanal silver, and every piece born from its workshops carries that tradition of craft. For a prehispanic pendant, origin is no accident — it is the backing of a community that has transmitted these techniques across generations. Your pendant is not a reproduction; it is living silver, made in the place where silvercraft is art and heritage.

Buy risk-free with the Lifetime Buyback Program. We repurchase your pendant whenever you choose, up to 70% in store credit, no expiration or paperwork.

Key Benefits

• ✦ Authentic sterling .925 with hallmark
• ✦ Aztec calendar engraved in detail
• ✦ 4 cm — visible and wearable size
• ✦ Combined technique: casting + hand engraving
• ✦ Buyback up to 70%, no expiration

Perfect For

• 🎁 Those who love prehispanic history and symbolism
• 💍 Gifts with ancestral meaning
• 👤 Collectors of Mexica iconography

Measurements and Shipping

The pendant measures 4 cm long × 2.5 cm wide — the size of a large coin, but deeper and with real presence. Sold as pendant only; chain is separate. You can choose a .925 sterling chain from our shop or use one you already own. Ships 2-3 business days.

Lifetime Buyback Program — Your Silver Always Has Value

Buy with confidence. We repurchase your pendant whenever you decide, up to 70% in digital credit, no expiration. Learn about the Lifetime Buyback Program.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Does it come with a chain?
A: No, the pendant is sold alone. You can purchase a .925 sterling chain from us or use one you already have — the pendant fits standard chain thicknesses.

Q: What is the combined technique?
A: The piece is cast first in a silver mold, then every detail of the calendar is hand-engraved with punches and tools, giving depth and clarity to the symbols.

Q: Where does the design come from?
A: The Aztec calendar (the Sun Stone) is one of the most iconic symbols of Mexica cosmology. This pendant rescues it in silver, handcrafted in Taxco, where silversmithing has five centuries of history.

Do You Have Silver You No Longer Wear?

Old silver, inherited pieces, or jewelry you don't use — we buy it back. Send photos to hola@artetaxco.mx and we'll make you an offer.

Prehispanic pendant in sterling .925 — symbol, art, and buyback with no expiration.