Sterling Silver Fire Opal Earrings — Prehispanic Pyramid Design

The magic of multicolor fire opal in a design honoring 500 years of Mexican silversmithing.

Features

• Material: Sterling Silver .950 with hallmark
• Technique: Hand stone setting
• Stone: Fire Opal multicolor
• Design: Prehispanic pyramid (Chichén Itzá)
• Measurements: 3.6 cm long per pair
• Weight: 10.2 g (the pair)
• Closure: Post and butterfly backs
• Origin: Taxco, Mexico

These earrings carry the sacred geometry of the Pyramid of Kukulkán. Each combines the precision of prehispanic design engraved in sterling .950 with the play of light in fire opal — a stone that seems to hold the sun's fire in every movement. The setting work is done by hand: each opal was placed individually, without press or machinery, honoring the stone's delicacy. At 3.6 centimeters, they command presence without overwhelming — they shine, they captivate, they catch light.

Sterling .950 is even purer than .925: it contains 95% pure silver. The hallmark is engraved on each piece, your guarantee that what you wear is authentic Taxco silver. The multicolor fire opal plays with tones: greens, oranges, yellows — each angle of light tells a different story.

Taxco, Guerrero, has been the world capital of artisanal silversmithing for 500 years. Here, in the hands of master plateros, silver transforms into symbols of power and beauty. The Arte Taxco story is the story of that tradition brought to the present — without invention, with honesty. These earrings connect directly to that legacy.

Key Benefits

• ✦ Authentic sterling .950 with hallmark
• ✦ Multicolor fire opal — natural play of light
• ✦ Prehispanic design from Taxco
• ✦ Hand-set stone, no machinery
• ✦ Lifetime buyback program up to 35%

Perfect For

• 🎁 Gifts that tell stories
• 💍 Special occasions and ceremonies
• 👤 Anyone who loves prehispanic art and authentic silver

Measurements & Shipping

Length: 3.6 cm per earring. Sold as a pair. Ships 2-3 business days. For adjustments or questions, reach out to hola@artetaxco.mx.

Lifetime Buyback Program — Your Silver Always Has Value

Buy risk-free. We buy back your earrings whenever you decide, up to 35% in store credit, no expiration. Learn about the Lifetime Buyback Program.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is fire opal fragile?
A: It is more delicate than amethyst or onyx. Avoid bumping, prolonged water submersion, and chlorine exposure. Stored in a dry case, they last decades.

Q: Can I wear these earrings every day?
A: We recommend occasional, careful wear. They're best for special events, galas, or moderate use. The .950 silver is very pure and comfortable; the care is for the opal.

Q: Where does the prehispanic design come from?
A: It's inspired by the Pyramid of Kukulkán at Chichén Itzá. Taxco has a long tradition of reviving prehispanic symbols in jewelry, honoring Mexico's heritage.

Do You Have Silver You No Longer Wear?

Old, inherited, or damaged silver — we buy it back, no conditions. Email hola@artetaxco.mx with photos and details.

Unique hand-set pieces — brilliance that shifts with the light.