K'inich Janaab' Pakal Embossed Pendant — Sterling .925 Taxco

The face of K'inich Janaab' Pakal reborn in silver: three stones that speak of Mayan power and wisdom.

Characteristics

• Material: Sterling .925 silver with hallmark
• Technique: Hand-embossed (repujado)
• Design: Carved pre-Hispanic Mayan face
• Stones: Brown Tiger Eye, green Malachite, brown Cat's Eye
• Measurements: 7.2 cm long × 2.3 cm wide
• Chain: Not included (pendant only)
• Weight: 17.2 g
• Hallmark: .925
• Origin: Taxco, Mexico
• Made to order

This pendant is born from Taxco embossing — a technique where each punch of the tool is a decision, and no two pieces are ever alike. The face of K'inich Janaab' Pakal, the legendary ruler of Palenque, emerges in relief from the silver, echoing a thousand years of Mayan civilization. The three stones surrounding it are far more than ornament: Tiger Eye brings protection and clarity, Malachite green connects you to the nature the ancients revered, and Cat's Eye complements that watchful energy. Wear it as a bridge between past and present.

Each piece is cast in authentic .925 silver — metal stamped with Taxco's seal for 500 years. Artisans in this city have kept the embossing technique alive as direct heirs to pre-Hispanic tradition; the relief you see here is hours of work, not machine output. Taxco embossing is the precision of a nearly extinct craft. With the hallmark engraved, every pendant is your guarantee of authenticity.

Taxco is not just a name on a card — it is 500 years of silver craft that began the day silver was discovered in the mountains of Guerrero. Today, Arte Taxco keeps that heritage alive in every piece. K'inich Janaab' Pakal deserves to live in real silver, made in the place where artisanal silver is culture.

Buy risk-free. When you decide to return this pendant, we buy it back in store credit with no expiration, up to 35%. Your investment in authentic silver never loses value.

Key Benefits

• ✦ Authentic .925 silver with hallmark
• ✦ Hand-embossed by Taxco artisans: each piece unique
• ✦ Three natural stones combined: Tiger Eye, Malachite, Cat's Eye
• ✦ Inspired by K'inich Janaab' Pakal, legendary Mayan ruler
• ✦ Lifetime buyback up to 35% — your silver always has value

Perfect For

• 🎁 Lovers of pre-Hispanic history and culture
• 💍 Special occasions and meaningful gifts
• 👤 Collectors of art and Taxco jewelry

Measurements and Shipping

The pendant is 7.2 cm long × 2.3 cm wide — roughly the size of a large coin face. Pendant only; chain sold separately. You can wear it on a 45–50 cm sterling silver chain (inquire about availability at hola@artetaxco.mx). This piece is made to order: allow ~2 weeks for production. Ships 2-3 business days once ready.

Lifetime Buyback Program — Your Silver Always Has Value

Buy risk-free. We buy back your pendant whenever you choose, in store credit with no expiration, up to 35%. You never lose your investment. Learn about the Lifetime Buyback Program.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Does it come with a chain?
A: No, pendant only. You can purchase a sterling silver chain separately or use one you already own. Email hola@artetaxco.mx for chain options.

Q: What is embossing?
A: A Taxco technique where the artisan hammers relief from the back with metal tools. Each hammer strike is a choice — that's why no two pieces are identical. It's a nearly extinct craft.

Q: Are the stones natural?
A: Yes. Tiger Eye, Malachite, and Cat's Eye are natural stones with color and pattern variations native to nature. That is part of their value.

Do You Have Silver You No Longer Wear?

Old silver, heirlooms, or pieces you've outgrown — we buy them back. Send photos to hola@artetaxco.mx. Your silver always has worth.

Unique hand-embossed Taxco piece — once gone, it's gone. Carry the legacy of K'inich Janaab' Pakal around your neck.