Sterling Silver Chessboard Pendant Turquoise & Onyx — Taxco .925

A chessboard of contrast: sky-blue turquoise meets black onyx, set in Taxco sterling silver.

Features

• Material: Sterling .925 with hallmark
• Technique: Stone inlay
• Stones: Sky-blue turquoise + Black onyx
• Design: Chessboard geometric pattern
• Weight: 15.7 g
• Dimensions: 5.5 cm × 2 cm
• Chain: Not included (pendant only)
• Finish: Polished
• Origin: Taxco, Mexico

A pendant that plays with geometry and color balance. Sky-blue turquoise and black onyx alternate in a chessboard pattern that echoes the precision and symbolism of chess — each stone cut and set by artisan hands in Taxco. At 5.5 cm long, it sits substantial at the chest without overwhelming. The chromatic contrast makes it conversational: not whisper-quiet, but a clear statement from whoever wears it.

Authentic sterling .925 with hallmark, each stone hand-inlaid into its silver seat. The stone inlay technique demands watchmaker's precision — if a stone sits millimeters off-center, the symmetry collapses. In Taxco, that patience is inherited craft: five centuries of silversmithing have left in the workshop air the knowledge of exactly how snug each setting must be.

Turquoise and onyx have journeyed centuries through Mexican jewelry. Turquoise, sacred in pre-Columbian cultures, remains a symbol of protection. Onyx, the stone of balance, accompanies it here as its visual counterweight. The pairing is no accident — it speaks the language of Taxco, which knows how to blend color and meaning. Arte Taxco emerges from 500 years of silversmithing tradition, and every pendant we craft carries that legacy in its lines.

Buy risk-free: we repurchase your pendant whenever you choose, up to 35% in store credit, no expiration. Learn about the Lifetime Buyback Program.

Key Benefits

• ✦ Sterling .925 authentic silver with hallmark
• ✦ Turquoise and onyx in chessboard inlay pattern
• ✦ Stone inlay handset in Taxco
• ✦ Substantial weight: 15.7 g
• ✦ Buyback up to 35% with no expiration

Ideal For

• 🎁 Daily wear with attitude — for someone who wants their pendant to be seen
• 💍 Travelers and Taxco collectors
• 👤 Gifts for those who love contrast and geometry

Dimensions & Shipping

The pendant measures 5.5 cm long × 2 cm wide — about the size of your thumb and a half. It is a notable piece. Chain is not included; you choose your own. You can pair it with any .925 silver chain or one that matches your style. Ships 2-3 business days.

Lifetime Buyback Program — Your Silver Always Has Value

Buy risk-free. We repurchase your pendant whenever you decide, in store credit, up to 35% of the original value, with no expiration. Learn about the Lifetime Buyback Program.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Does it come with a chain?
A: No. The price is for the pendant only. You have complete freedom to choose a chain that matches your style.

Q: How delicate is it with the onyx and turquoise?
A: Both stones are hard but brittle under direct pressure. Avoid impacts and don't compress it. A soft microfiber cloth is your best care ally.

Q: Can I have it custom-made?
A: Yes. This pendant is made to order in Taxco. If you want adjustments to size or pattern variations, write to hola@artetaxco.mx.

Have Silver You No Longer Wear?

Old silver, inherited pieces, or jewelry from elsewhere — we buy it back. Write to hola@artetaxco.mx with photos and approximate weight.

A chessboard from Taxco at your chest. When it's gone, it's gone.