Lapis Lazuli Sterling Silver Pendant — Taxco .950

A sterling silver pendant that holds the depth of midnight sky.

Features

• Material: Sterling .950 silver with hallmark — highest purity
• Technique: Hand stone setting
• Stone: Lapis lazuli, deep blue
• Size: 8.7 cm long × 5.7 cm wide
• Weight: 40 g
• Chain: Not included (pendant only)
• Finish: Polished ornamental design
• Origin: Taxco, Mexico

This oval pendant is a statement of elegance crafted in .950 silver, the highest purity standard of Taxco silversmithing. The deep blue lapis lazuli, with its glittering pyrite veins like stars, sits in an ornamental frame of delicate curves and silver threads, each element hand-fitted with artisanal precision. Every detail of the stone setting — the way silver embraces the stone — speaks of the patient hands that placed it.

.950 silver with its hallmark guarantees authenticity and endurance. Unlike .925 silver, the .950 composition carries a higher percentage of pure silver, making it more valuable and more resistant to time. The generous size of the pendant (8.7 × 5.7 cm) makes it instantly visible when worn — this is a statement, not a whisper. Hand stone setting is one of the most demanding techniques in jewelry: the stone must be cut to exact dimensions, and each curve of silver must be polished so the stone shines without flaw.

Taxco has been the world capital of artisanal silver for 500 years. In these centuries, the silversmiths of the region have refined techniques descended from Prehispanic and Spanish traditions. When you buy a pendant from Arte Taxco, you acquire not only a piece of jewelry — you connect with that heritage, with the hands that shaped it, with the pueblo that gave its name to the craft.

Key benefits

• ✦ Sterling .950 silver — maximum purity with hallmark
• ✦ Deep blue lapis lazuli, stone of wisdom and truth
• ✦ Hand-set by Taxco artisans
• ✦ Generous size: 8.7 × 5.7 cm — presence when worn
• ✦ Lifetime buyback up to 35% in store credit

Perfect for

• 🎁 Meaningful gifts with history
• 💍 Lovers of power stones
• 👤 Collectors of artisanal silver

Measurements & Shipping

Pendant ships without chain. Measures 8.7 cm long and 5.7 cm wide — about the length of an extended thumb. If you'd like a chain, browse our selection or write hola@artetaxco.mx for pairing advice. Ships 2-3 business days. Custom work: contact us for availability.

Lifetime Buyback Program — Your Silver Always Has Value

Buy risk-free. We buy back your pendant whenever you decide, up to 35% in store credit, no expiration. Learn about the Lifetime Buyback Program.

Frequently asked questions

Q: Does it come with a chain?
A: No. This is the pendant only. You can choose a chain separately or contact us for styling recommendations.

Q: Is the lapis lazuli natural?
A: Yes. It is genuine lapis with characteristic pyrite veins. If you have questions about origin before purchase, write us.

Q: What is the meaning of lapis lazuli?
A: Traditionally, a symbol of truth, wisdom, and clarity. In Prehispanic jewelry, it was a stone of power and rank.

Do you have old silver you don't wear?

Old silver, inherited pieces, or jewelry you've outgrown — we buy it back. Write hola@artetaxco.mx with photos and details.

A .950 silver pendant is forever. When the time comes to move on, your silver never loses value.