{"product_id":"dije-de-plata-malaquita-verde-taxco-950","title":"Sterling Silver Malachite Pendant — Taxco .950","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe depth of malachite's green, distilled into a timeless teardrop of silver.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Sterling .950 Silver with Hallmark\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eTechnique: Hand-set stone inlay\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eStone: Green malachite\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eDesign: Polished teardrop\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eWeight: 2.1 g\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Taxco, Mexico\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eNote: Chain not included; pair with any length\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis teardrop pendant distills the serenity of malachite in its purest form. The stone, with its characteristic veining, was selected and set by hand in .950 sterling silver—the noblest metal of Taxco. Every detail breathes the care of the silver artisan: the polished edge, the precise tension of the setting, the smoothness of silver cradling stone without overwhelming it. This is not a loud piece; it is the one that whispers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMalachite is a stone of mineral transformation—layers of oxidized copper that have taken millennia to form. Working with it demands patience: it is soft, fragile, requiring careful technique to ensure the setting will not crack it. This pendant was made with that respect.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTaxco has been the world capital of artisanal silver for 500 years. Every pendant that leaves here carries with it the voice of a craft that generations of silversmiths have defended against the machine—for pride, for truth, because silver, when worked by hand, tells stories that industry cannot. This is one of them. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/nuestra-historia\"\u003eLearn the Arte Taxco story\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Authentic .950 sterling silver with hallmark\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Green malachite hand-set\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Minimalist, versatile design\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Made in Taxco, Mexico\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Buyback without expiration up to 35%\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#127873; Meaningful stone gifts\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128141; Special occasions\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128100; Lovers of minimalist, authentic jewelry\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMeasurements \u0026 Shipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis pendant measures approximately 1.5 cm long (not including the silver loop). Comes without chain—pair with any length to suit your style. Ships in 2-3 business days. Need a chain? Write to \u003ca href=\"mailto:hola@artetaxco.mx\"\u003ehola@artetaxco.mx\u003c\/a\u003e.\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 35% in store credit, no expiration. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/programa-joya-de-por-vida\"\u003eLearn about the Lifetime Buyback Program\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can I wear this pendant in water or with perfume?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: We do not recommend exposure to perfume, chlorine, or prolonged water—malachite is sensitive. Remove it before showering or swimming.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is the malachite natural?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes, it is mineral malachite. If you have questions about its origin or treatment before purchase, contact us.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What chain length works with this pendant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Any length works based on your preference—40, 45, 50 cm are most common. If you'd like guidance, reach out to us.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo You Have Silver You No Longer Wear?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOld silver, heirloom pieces, or jewelry you've outgrown—we buy it back. Send photos to \u003ca href=\"mailto:hola@artetaxco.mx\"\u003ehola@artetaxco.mx\u003c\/a\u003e and we'll tell you the percentage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA malachite pendant from Taxco—once it's gone, there is no other like it.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arte Taxco","offers":[{"title":"Única","offer_id":51493124047094,"sku":"ATA-PEN-000005164","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0702\/2552\/7030\/files\/ATA-TEMP-005164_1.jpg?v=1787250454","url":"https:\/\/www.artetaxcosilver.com\/products\/dije-de-plata-malaquita-verde-taxco-950","provider":"Arte Taxco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}