{"product_id":"aretes-de-plata-con-opalo-de-fuego-taxco-1065","title":"Fire Opal Sterling Silver Earrings — Taxco .950","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe blue fire of opal, suspended in the finest Taxco silver.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCharacteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Sterling .950 Silver with hallmark\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eTechnique: Hand stone setting\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eStone: Fire Opal, blue tone\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eLength: 2.5 cm (the pair)\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eWeight: 4.6 g\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eClosure: Silver post\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eMade to order in Taxco, Mexico\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Taxco, Mexico\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe .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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFire 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. \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/programa-joya-de-por-vida\"\u003eThe Lifetime Buyback Program lets you sell these earrings back whenever you wish\u003c\/a\u003e, with no expiration, in credit that never expires.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Authentic .950 sterling silver with hallmark\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Fire opal hand-set, intense blue tone\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Artisan stone setting from Taxco\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Made to order — we personalize each pair\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Lifetime buyback up to 35%\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#127873; Special occasions and formal dinners\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128141; Anyone who loves unique natural stones\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128100; Gifts with meaning and authenticity\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMeasurements \u0026 Shipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eLength 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, \u003ca href=\"mailto:hola@artetaxco.mx\"\u003ewrite us to coordinate\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eLifetime Buyback Program — Your Silver Always Matters\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuy 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. \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/programa-joya-de-por-vida\"\u003eLearn all about the Lifetime Buyback Program\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What exactly is fire opal?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does opal scratch easily?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can I customize them?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes. These are made to order — you can request a different length, closure type, or even alternate stone. Contact \u003ca href=\"mailto:hola@artetaxco.mx\"\u003ehola@artetaxco.mx\u003c\/a\u003e with your preferences.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHave Silver You No Longer Wear?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOld earrings, inherited pieces, or simply ones that no longer match your style — we buy them back. Send photos to \u003ca href=\"mailto:hola@artetaxco.mx\"\u003ehola@artetaxco.mx\u003c\/a\u003e and we'll make you an offer in store credit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFire opal in .950 Taxco silver — handmade, made for you.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arte Taxco","offers":[{"title":"Única","offer_id":51775149474038,"sku":"ATA-EAR-000006471","price":45.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0702\/2552\/7030\/files\/ATA-TEMP-1790877462910-je9ks_1.jpg?v=1790877946","url":"https:\/\/www.artetaxco.mx\/en\/products\/aretes-de-plata-con-opalo-de-fuego-taxco-1065","provider":"Arte Taxco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}