Fire Opal Sterling Silver Earrings — Taxco .950

The blue fire of opal, suspended in the finest Taxco silver.

Characteristics

• Material: Sterling .950 Silver with hallmark
• Technique: Hand stone setting
• Stone: Fire Opal, blue tone
• Length: 2.5 cm (the pair)
• Weight: 4.6 g
• Closure: Silver post
• Made to order in Taxco, Mexico
• Origin: Taxco, Mexico

Every pair of these earrings tells a story of refracted light. Fire opal is a stone of transformation — its blue tones dance between the depths and the luminous, like water under moonlight. In Taxco, each stone is set by hand, no machines to rush the work. The artisan places the opal, secures it with pressure and precision, and lets silver embrace its beauty. No two pairs are identical: the natural veining of fire opal makes each pair unique, personal, yours.

The .950 silver we use is purer than .925 — it contains 95% pure silver, making it denser, more durable, and more valuable. The hallmark you see engraved is a mark of authenticity: legal silver, made in Taxco. We set each fire opal by hand, a technique that demands patience: every tool stroke is controlled to avoid fracturing the stone. It is the craft that Taxco has perfected for 500 years.

Fire opal is delicate — sensitive to heat and dehydration. But with care, these earrings will accompany you for years. And if one day you decide they're no longer for you, don't leave them in a drawer: your silver always has value. The Lifetime Buyback Program lets you sell these earrings back whenever you wish, with no expiration, in credit that never expires.

Key Benefits

• ✦ Authentic .950 sterling silver with hallmark
• ✦ Fire opal hand-set, intense blue tone
• ✦ Artisan stone setting from Taxco
• ✦ Made to order — we personalize each pair
• ✦ Lifetime buyback up to 35%

Perfect For

• 🎁 Special occasions and formal dinners
• 💍 Anyone who loves unique natural stones
• 👤 Gifts with meaning and authenticity

Measurements & Shipping

Length per pair: 2.5 cm. Opal is sensitive — these earrings are made to order upon request. Ships 2-3 business days; if you'd like to customize size or closure type, write us to coordinate.

Lifetime Buyback Program — Your Silver Always Matters

Buy risk-free. If these earrings are ever no longer part of your style, we buy them back whenever you decide — up to 35% in store credit, no expiration, ever. Learn all about the Lifetime Buyback Program.

Frequently Asked

Q: What exactly is fire opal?
A: A variety of opal with red, orange, yellow, and blue tones. The pair we carry leans blue, with flashes that look like fire beneath water. It's natural stone and each one is different.

Q: Does opal scratch easily?
A: It's softer than some stones (Mohs hardness 5.5–6.5). Avoid direct impact, prolonged water exposure, and extreme temperature changes. With care, it lasts for years.

Q: Can I customize them?
A: Yes. These are made to order — you can request a different length, closure type, or even alternate stone. Contact hola@artetaxco.mx with your preferences.

Have Silver You No Longer Wear?

Old earrings, inherited pieces, or simply ones that no longer match your style — we buy them back. Send photos to hola@artetaxco.mx and we'll make you an offer in store credit.

Fire opal in .950 Taxco silver — handmade, made for you.