Aztec Jade Pendant

Aztec Sun pendant with a jade stone in sterling silver.

This pendant is an interpretation of the Aztec sun pendant glyphs you can find everywhere in the Mexico territory carved on temples. We wished to design a representative Aztec sun pendant with a modern touch as you can see.

This pendant is made of a central jade stone bezel set surrounded by Aztec symbols representing sun rays. All the border of the pendant is made with fine carved rectangles that give a special touche to the pendant.

The pendant is made in sterling silver oxidized, which allow to highlight all the details engraved showing a very precise reproduction of antique Aztec symbols. You will see the details of the flower in 3D relief as the pendant is at least 5 millimeters thick.

Meaning of the Sun for the Aztecs:

For the Aztecs, the sun was central to life and cosmology, symbolizing energy, power, and the cycle of creation and destruction. They believed the current sun, the Fifth Sun, required human sacrifices to sustain its journey across the sky and prevent the world's end. The sun also represented the god Huitzilopochtli, the warrior who fought daily against darkness, embodying the struggle for balance and the importance of human devotion.

Jade precious gemstonefor the Aztecs:

The use of Jade for this pendant is very important as jade symbolized life, fertility, and eternity. It was highly valued, even more than gold, for its association with water, maize, and the cycle of renewal. Jade represented the sacred connection between the physical and spiritual worlds, embodying purity, vitality, and the preciousness of life itself.

Caracteristics

• Metal: Sterling Silver
• Diameter: 18, 21, 24 mm
• Stone: Natural Green Jade
• Weight: 7 grams in size 25 mm
• Origin: Aztec
• Type: Aztec inspired jewelry

Your pendant is available in 3 different sizes:

• 18 mm: The pendant is 18 millimeters large in diameter and a 6 mm jade cabochon is set at the center
• 21 mm: The pendant is 21 millimeters large in diameter and a 6 mm jade cabochon is set at the center
• 24 mm: The pendant is 24 millimeters large in diameter and a 6 mm jade cabochon is set at the center

Who is this pendant for?

A silver Xochitl pendant is perfect for anyone who loves Aztec culture, meaningful symbols, or nature-inspired jewelry. It’s especially appealing to Mexican Americans who want to celebrate their heritage and stay connected to their roots. With its rich symbolism of beauty, joy, and life, it’s a unique piece for anyone looking for something truly special.

Shipping fees

For the delivery of your Mexican Yanhuitlán pendant, you have the choice between two options:

• economical delivery, with a 14-day lead time through a tracked parcel
• UPS delivery with a lead time of 3/6 days also via tracked parcel

Handcrafted Jewelry

Our artisanal jewelry workshop does not mass produce, nor have any stock, so your pendant will be manufactured in our own workshop after receiving your order.

Please take into account a manufacturing lead time of 3 weeks for the manufacture of the latter in our workshop before shipping your package.

We master every step of the making process of your jewelry, from CAD modeling, 3D printing, lost wax casting, and precious metal handiwork, to the setting of gemstones and diamonds, which allows us to guarantee the quality of our jewelry.

If you wish to customize one of our pendant designs or have it engraved, you just have to contact us via our online form.

How to choose your pendant:

Conventional pendant size is set between one and two inches. As a tip, your pendant should not weigh more than 4/5 times the weight of your chain.

If you want to discover more pendant makings and creations made in our workshop, we invite you to have a look at our blog about personalized pendants.

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