{"product_id":"the-republic-of-texas-cinco-peso-pendant-with-rope-trim","title":"The Republic of Texas Cinco Peso Pendant with Rope Trim","description":"\u003cp\u003eBefore Texas was a state, it was a nation. From 1836 to 1845, the Republic of Texas stood on its own, and this piece honors that history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHand-cut by master craftsman Adolfo Ambriz\u003c\/strong\u003e, the star is cut from a genuine \u003cstrong\u003eMexican cinco peso coin\u003c\/strong\u003e, the same coin used to make authentic Texas Ranger badges. \"THE REPUBLIC OF TEXAS\" and \"1836\" are hand stamped around the star, one letter at a time, in the old-world style. A rope trim frames the edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe history behind the coin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Early Texas Rangers made their own badges by cutting a star into a Mexican silver coin. In 1962, the cinco peso became the official Texas Ranger badge, a tradition that continues today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade entirely by hand:\u003c\/strong\u003e The star is hand cut, and every letter is hand stamped. No machines are involved in making this piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePendant only. The turquoise necklace shown is sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandcrafting love stories since 1985. Questions? Text us at 210.410.9622.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ambriz Jewelry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67836107391296,"sku":null,"price":715.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0391\/7477\/files\/IMG_2784.jpg?v=1792947372","url":"https:\/\/ambrizjewelry.com\/products\/the-republic-of-texas-cinco-peso-pendant-with-rope-trim","provider":"Ambriz Jewelry","version":"1.0","type":"link"}