Fire Opal Sterling Silver Earrings — Taxco .925

Burning orange fire that dances across your face — the delicacy of fire opal in Taxco silver.

Characteristics

• Material: Sterling .925 with hallmark
• Technique: Hand-set stone inlay
• Stone: Fire Opal, orange
• Measurements: 13 cm length per pair
• Weight: 1 g total (featherlight)
• Closure: Sterling silver post
• Origin: Taxco, Mexico

These earrings capture the essence of fire opal: that burning orange hue that seems to glow from within. Each stone is hand-set in .925 sterling silver — a technique requiring precision and patience. At 13 cm long, they command attention without weight: just 1 gram for both. Made for those who want to be seen, but refuse to sacrifice comfort.

Stone inlay is one of Taxco's most valued techniques: no casting, no machines — pure skill. The artisan places each stone individually, evaluating angle, light, and perfect fit. Fire opal demands even greater care — it's a sensitive stone that reveals the quality of the setting. Here, you see Taxco's craft at its most honest: authentic silver cradling a stone of fire.

Taxco has been the world capital of artisanal jewelry for 500 years. Every technique practiced here — from the most delicate filigree to the finest stone setting — is part of a tradition that defines Mexico in the silver world. When you wear Taxco earrings, you carry that heritage. Learn the story of Arte Taxco.

Buy risk-free. If you ever change your mind, we buy back your earrings in digital wallet up to 35%, no expiration. Discover the Lifetime Buyback Program.

Key Benefits

• ✦ Authentic sterling .925 with hallmark guarantee
• ✦ Fire opal hand-set, glowing orange
• ✦ 13 cm length: presence without weight (1 g)
• ✦ Taxco stone-inlay technique
• ✦ Buyback up to 35%, no expiration

Perfect For

• 🎁 Anyone seeking color and movement in every outfit
• 💍 Meaningful gifts for special moments
• 👤 Lovers of opal and natural gemstones

Measurements & Shipping

Total earring length: 13 cm (from post to tip). Fire opal occupies approximately 1.5 cm in length. Weight: 1 g per pair. Ships 2-3 business days. Need custom sizing? We make custom length adjustments.

Lifetime Buyback Program — Your Silver Always Has Value

Buy risk-free. We buy back your earrings whenever you wish, up to 35% in digital wallet, no expiration. Your silver always has value at Arte Taxco. Learn all about the Lifetime Buyback Program.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is fire opal?
A: An opal with intense orange-red color play, different from classic white opal. It's more fragile and requires delicate setting — which is why these are hand-crafted in Taxco.

Q: Can I swim or shower in these earrings?
A: Not recommended. Fire opal is porous and can be damaged by chlorine or salt water. Remove them before entering water.

Q: What is the stone-inlay process?
A: The artisan carves a bed in the silver, places the stone, and secures it with careful pressure. Each stone is evaluated individually — no two earrings are identical.

Do You Have Silver You No Longer Wear?

Old silver, broken earrings, or inherited jewelry — we buy it back. Write to hola@artetaxco.mx with photos and get a quote.

Fire opal in Taxco: 500 years of craft, on your face.