Jaguar Sterling Silver .950 Pendant with Black Onyx — Taxco

The power of the jaguar, symbol of prehispanic nobility, upon your chest.

Features

• Material: Sterling .950 silver with hallmark
• Technique: Hand-inlaid stone setting
• Stone: Polished black onyx
• Design: Prehispanic jaguar motif
• Dimensions: 5 cm long × 3.8 cm wide
• Weight: 25.7 g
• Includes: Pendant only (chain not included)
• Origin: Taxco, Mexico

This pendant captures the essence of the jaguar, keeper of ancient wisdom. The black onyx, polished with precision, brings out every detail of the feline form — alert eyes, robust body, commanding presence. Each line of the prehispanic design tells the story of an animal revered across Mesoamerican cultures: symbol of power, protection, and connection to the spiritual realm.

.950 sterling silver — purity superior to standard .925 — ensures durability and a profound luster that ages with honor. The stone inlay is set by hand; each onyx is fixed individually into its silver bezel, a process requiring jeweler's precision. The result is a piece that does not wear down — it becomes more beautiful over time, a natural patina that proves its authenticity.

Taxco has been the cradle of artisanal silversmithing for 500 years. Since the Conquest, the masters of this region have woven together prehispanic techniques with European silver, creating a visual language unlike any other. This jaguar is direct heir to that tradition — not a museum replica, but a living reinterpretation of a symbol that respects craft and honors memory. Discover the story of Arte Taxco.

Buy risk-free. Your silver always holds value. When you choose, we buy back this pendant in store credit, up to 35%, with no expiration. Learn all about the Lifetime Buyback Program.

Key Benefits

• ✦ Authentic .950 sterling silver with hallmark
• ✦ Black onyx hand-inlaid in silver
• ✦ Prehispanic jaguar design
• ✦ Piece crafted with workshop precision
• ✦ No-expiration buyback up to 35%

Perfect For

• 🎁 Lover of prehispanic mythology
• 💍 Amulet of protection and power
• 👤 Collector of Taxco artisanal jewelry

Dimensions & Shipping

This pendant measures 5 cm long × 3.8 cm wide — about the size of your thumb and a half, with presence. Sold as pendant only; chain sold separately. You can pair it with any silver chain, 45 to 60 cm long, according to your preference. Ships within 2-3 business days. Custom-made piece: may take ~2 weeks for special adjustments — write to hola@artetaxco.mx.

Lifetime Buyback Program — Your Silver Always Matters

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Does it come with a chain?
A: No. This price is for the pendant alone. You can choose your chain separately in our store — silver, length, and gauge to your taste.

Q: Why .950 silver instead of .925?
A: .950 is superior purity — 95% pure silver versus 92.5% in .925 standard. It is more durable, brighter, and more valuable. Taxco uses it for pieces meant to last generations.

Q: Is the onyx natural?
A: Onyx is natural mineral — a microcrystalline quartz with black bands. It is durable but sensitive to sudden temperature changes. Protect your pendant from extreme heat and sharp impacts.

Do You Have Silver You No Longer Wear?

Old silver, inherited pieces, or jewelry from other makers — we buy it back. Send photos to hola@artetaxco.mx">hola@artetaxco.mx and we will quote you.

The Taxco jaguar awaits your neck. Each pendant is unique — when it is gone, it returns to the workshop.