{"product_id":"us117-26219-sterling-silver-spotted-jaguar-pendant-necklace-from-mexico-stylized-jaguar","title":"Sterling Silver Spotted Jaguar Pendant Necklace from Mexico 'Stylized Jaguar'","description":"\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRef No: us117-26219\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesign\u003c\/strong\u003e: Mexican jewelry designer Ángel Ortiz inherited his love of silver from his mother and has honed his craft since 1986, studying at UNAM’s School of Fine Art and working in the renowned silver city of Taxco. His designs draw inspiration from Mexican culture, nature, and the people he loves, blending traditional silversmithing with contemporary techniques. While silver remains his foundation, he also experiments with copper, tumbaga (a pre-Hispanic gold-copper alloy), alpaca, crystals, seeds, and leather. Today, Ortiz is dedicated to creating collections that raise awareness of endangered species, combining artistry with environmental advocacy. For him, jewelry is both a cultural legacy and a call to action. Living and working in Mexico City, he trains apprentices and cultivates a new generation of artisans, ensuring the craft endures. Passionate, reflective, and deeply committed to his community, Ortiz sees each piece as a balance between trend and tradition—a way to preserve Mexico’s artistic heritage while speaking to the future.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e: This Sterling Silver Spotted Jaguar Pendant Necklace by Ángel Ortiz is a striking and handsome accessory. The pendant features the stylized face of a fierce jaguar, a creature revered by the Maya. The intricate oxidized patterns highlight the jaguar's spots, giving it a powerful and detailed look. The sterling silver pendant is set on a contrasting black rubber cord, which adds a modern touch and makes the jaguar pendant stand out. This necklace is a beautiful blend of cultural heritage and environmental advocacy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrice: \u003c\/strong\u003ePlease note price may vary due to exchange rate differences or shipping, duties and taxes. Final price is calculated at checkout at the boutique's website.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials\u003c\/strong\u003e: Handcrafted in Mexico from 925 sterling silver and a rubber cord. The cord chain measures 21.8 inches long by 0.2 inches wide and closes with a lobster claw clasp. The pendant measures 1.2 inches long by 1.2 inches wide by 0.3 inches deep.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ángel Ortiz","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51449990775122,"sku":"us117-26219","price":137.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0883\/9417\/0706\/files\/image_07b0f5ad-710b-4dad-ac7a-9d8f8c7ed90a.jpg?v=1757087732","url":"https:\/\/www.aureusboutique.com\/products\/us117-26219-sterling-silver-spotted-jaguar-pendant-necklace-from-mexico-stylized-jaguar","provider":"Aureus Boutique","version":"1.0","type":"link"}