{"product_id":"dije-repujado-lapislazuli-kinich-janaab-pakal-taxco-950","title":"Lapislazuli Repoussé Pendant — K'inich Janaab' Pakal Taxco .950","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe face of the Palenque king, in lapislazuli and hand-hammered silver — a connection to Mayan greatness.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Authentic .950 sterling silver with .925 hallmark\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eTechnique: Hand-repousséd\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eStone: Lapislazuli, deep blue with raw stone setting\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eSize: 6.3 cm long × 2.4 cm wide\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eWeight: 12.3 g\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eIncludes: Pendant only (no chain)\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eHallmark: .925\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Taxco, Mexico\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery hammer strike over the silver tells a story. This repousséd pendant captures the profile of Mayan ruler K'inich Janaab' Pakal in deep relief, with the precision that defines Taxco craftsmanship — an artisanal tradition now speaking to an ancient civilization. Lapislazuli, sacred stone in the Mesoamerican world, completes the narrative: the ancients valued it as a bridge between the earthly and the divine. In your hands, a piece that honors that legacy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRepoussé demands hammering silver from the reverse with punches of varying sizes — each strike is irreversible. A repousséd piece cannot be corrected; this is why Taxco artisans train for years to master it. The .950 silver in this pendant offers greater purity and weight than .925, reinforcing both durability and perceived value. The .925 hallmark (Mexican assay mark) guarantees the authenticity of the metal grade.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTaxco: 500 years as the world capital of artisanal silver, since Spanish colonists discovered the mines in the 16th century. Today, the city remains the heartbeat of Mexican silversmithing, where techniques like repoussé pass from generation to generation. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/nuestra-historia\"\u003eThe Arte Taxco story\u003c\/a\u003e is the story of that living tradition. When you buy a Taxco pendant, you're not just acquiring a piece — you're investing in five centuries of mastery.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuy risk-free. Our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/programa-joya-de-por-vida\"\u003eLifetime Buyback Program\u003c\/a\u003e repurchases your pendant whenever you choose, up to 35% in store credit, with no expiration. Your silver always holds value.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Authentic .950 silver — highest purity in jewelry\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Hand-repousséd artisanal work — each piece unique\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Deep-blue lapislazuli raw stone setting\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Inspired by Mayan prehispanic iconography\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Buyback up to 35% with no expiration\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#127873; Gifts with historical depth\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128141; Those drawn to Mesoamerican heritage\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128100; Collectors of prehispanic art\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSize \u0026 Shipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePendant measures 6.3 cm long × 2.4 cm wide — about the size of a large coin when worn. \u003cstrong\u003ePendant only; chain sold separately.\u003c\/strong\u003e You can use this piece with any existing silver chain (thread it through the top loop) or order a custom chain by emailing \u003ca href=\"mailto:hola@artetaxco.mx\"\u003ehola@artetaxco.mx\u003c\/a\u003e. Ships 2-3 business days.\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: Does this include a chain?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: No. This is the pendant only. You can use any existing silver chain you have, or order a custom one from us.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Who was K'inich Janaab' Pakal?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: A ruler of classical Palenque (603–683 CE) and one of the most important figures in Mayan civilization. His tomb within the Pyramid of Inscriptions is one of Mesoamerica's most significant archaeological discoveries.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is the lapislazuli natural?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes, authentic lapislazuli — a genuine semi-precious blue stone. Avoid perfume and chlorine; it is porous and sensitive to prolonged moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo You Have Silver You No Longer Wear?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOld silver, heirlooms, or pieces you want to replace — we buy them back. Email \u003ca href=\"mailto:hola@artetaxco.mx\"\u003ehola@artetaxco.mx\u003c\/a\u003e with photos and details.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrehispanic repoussé pendant — once it's gone, it's gone.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arte Taxco","offers":[{"title":"Única","offer_id":51946565304566,"sku":"ATA-PEN-000008840","price":81.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0702\/2552\/7030\/files\/ATA-TEMP-1792164808382-tvsvz_1.jpg?v=1792165430","url":"https:\/\/www.artetaxcosilver.com\/products\/dije-repujado-lapislazuli-kinich-janaab-pakal-taxco-950","provider":"Arte Taxco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}