Vintage Cárdenas Taxco 950 Silver Sea Turtle Pendant – Handmade Artisan

Vintage Cárdenas Taxco 950 Silver Sea Turtle Pendant – Handmade Artisan Sterling Necklace Charm. Approx 1.5” in length. Charm only Beautiful vintage Cárdenas Taxco 950 silver sea turtle pendant, handcrafted in the world-famous silver-making city of Taxco, Mexico. This piece features a detailed 3-dimensional sea turtle with textured flippers, polished shell, and a large bail suitable for thicker chains. Stamped CARDENAS • TAXCO • 950, indicating it was made by one of the silversmiths of the respected Cárdenas family workshop, known for producing high-quality artisan silver pieces. Higher-purity 950 silver (95% pure) is less common than standard 925, making this pendant a premium, collectible piece. 💎 About the Cárdenas Family The Cárdenas family is part of a long tradition of silversmiths in Taxco, a city internationally recognized for artisan silverwork since the mid-20th century. Several Cárdenas family members have operated small workshops and studios, producing handcrafted jewelry using classic Taxco techniques such as lost-wax casting and hand-finishing. Their pieces are known for: • High-purity silver (often 950) • Sculptural designs, especially animals and nature themes • Skilled texturing, detailing, and quality craftsmanship Cárdenas Taxco pieces are sought after by collectors and lovers of fine Mexican silver for their authenticity, artistry, and durability.