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Vintage Taxco Sterling Silver Beaded Ball Cross Pendant

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An exceptional piece of fine Southwestern estate jewelry. This authentic vintage Mexican statement cross pendant is beautifully hand-cast in solid .925 sterling silver by a registered Taxco artisan. The design features six substantial, high-dome "puffy" silver concho balls joined in a classic crucifix formation, each meticulously bordered by an intricate, hand-twisted silver wire rope motif.

Equipped with a wide, structural tapered slider bail hand-stamped with its official artisan registration codes, this piece carries a magnificent, deeply oxidized background patina that provides a rich, antique contrast against its polished silver highlights. A premier addition for collectors of traditional Mesoamerican silversmithing, religious devotional items, and rustic statement jewelry.

Item Specifications:

  • Metal Core: Solid .925 Sterling Silver (Hallmarked & Verified)
  • Design Motif: Raised Beaded Ball / Repoussé Concho with Twisted Wire Borders
  • Origin: Authentic Taxco, Mexico (Features alphanumeric registration stamp on bail)
  • Back Surface: Smooth, flat brushed sterling silver base
  • Condition: Vintage condition with shadowbox oxidation
Specs + Details
  • Material: 925 Silver
  • Weight: 17.6 grams
  • Pendant Length (Including Bail): 2.75 Inches
  • Pendant Width: Approx. 1.75 Inches
Care Instructions

To preserve the beautiful historic character of this estate piece, clean it gently using only a dry, specialized silver polishing cloth. Lightly buff the raised silver domes and high edges to restore their brilliant shine. Avoid chemical dips, liquid jewelry cleaners, or harsh silver polishes, as these will permanently strip away the deep, smoky background tarnish (oxidation) that gives this vintage piece its unique architectural depth and "shadowbox" dimension. Always store your silver in a dry, cool place away from humidity.
How it's Made

This pendant was handcrafted in Taxco, Mexico, a legendary silver city world-renowned for its master bench jewelry traditions. Utilizing the repoussé casting technique, the artisan formed substantial, high-dome "puffy" sterling silver spheres joined in a timeless crucifix layout. Each dome is individually bordered by an intricate, hand-twisted sterling silver wire rope motif. The piece was finished with an intentional oxidation process, turning the deep recesses a smoky black to make the bright, polished highlights dramatically leap forward.
Why it Matters

Every year, thousands of historic, handmade silver treasures are melted down for their raw metal value or lost to landfills, permanently erasing generations of human artistry. At Stubby Pencil Studio, we mindfully rescue, restore, and preserve these exceptional estate artifacts so they can be cherished for the future. By choosing this vintage piece, you are not just wearing an authentic work of art, you are directly supporting a legacy of creative preservation, honoring a master silversmith's hands, and keeping timeless craftsmanship alive.
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