Fire Opal Sterling Silver Earrings — Taxco .950

Geometry and mineral fire in every ear.

Details

• Material: Sterling Silver .950 with hallmark
• Technique: Hand-set stone inlay
• Stone: Fire Opal, olive-green tone
• Shape: Polished diamond
• Measures: 2.7 cm long (pair)
• Weight: 5.6 g (pair)
• Closure: Post with butterfly back
• Origin: Made to order in Taxco, Mexico

These earrings capture fire opal's play of light in its purest mineral form. The olive-green tone flashes within the stone, contrasting with the polished silver that frames each gem. The elongated diamond is a signature of contemporary Taxco design — minimal yet present. At 2.7 cm, the proportion is balanced: subtle in profile, striking head-on. Each stone was set by hand in its silver bezel, no machines involved, allowing adjustments if you need them.

Sterling .950 with hallmark: the highest purity after .999. Hypoallergenic, ideal if your skin is sensitive. Fire opal is a natural crystal, fragile and vibrant — it demands care, but rewards you with beauty no glass can match. Hand-set stone inlay is a craft that takes hours: each contact point between the gem and silver is sealed without machinery, ensuring the stone endures.

Taxco has been the world capital of silversmithing for 500 years. Here, in the mountains of Guerrero, artisans inherit techniques dating back to the Colonial era. The diamond shape is not random — it appears in pre-Hispanic pieces and reappears in each generation of silversmiths. Your pair of earrings connects to that living tradition of Taxco.

Buy risk-free. If ever you want to change style, we buy back your pair whenever you decide — up to 35% in store credit, no expiration. Learn all about the Lifetime Buyback Program.

Key Benefits

• ✦ Authentic .950 sterling silver with hallmark
• ✦ Fire Opal, olive-green, natural stone
• ✦ Hand-set, no machinery
• ✦ Made to order in Taxco
• ✦ Buyback up to 35%, no expiration

Perfect For

• 💍 Meaningful mineral gifts
• 👤 Lovers of handcrafted, minimalist design
• 🎁 Occasions where you want subtle sparkle

Measurements & Shipping

Length per pair: 2.7 cm from lobe. Total weight: 5.6 g. Post closure with butterfly back, comfortable for long wear. If you prefer another closure (hoops, silver hook), email hola@artetaxco.mx. Ships 2-3 business days in Mexico; custom or special adjustments: ~2 weeks.

Lifetime Buyback Program — Your Silver Always Has Value

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What exactly is fire opal?
A: A natural crystal, a variety of opal, with fiery red, orange, and green tones. It is fragile and requires care — but its beauty is one-of-a-kind. Not glass.

Q: What does "made to order" mean?
A: If you want a different size, closure type, or custom adjustments, we craft it in Taxco to your spec. Email hola@artetaxco.mx with details.

Q: How do I care for these?
A: Avoid perfumes, chlorine, and impact. The stone is delicate. Store in a dry case. With proper care, they last for years.

Have Old Silver?

Inherited, damaged, or unworn silver — we buy it back. Send photos to hola@artetaxco.mx and we quote you in store credit.

Natural stone, handcrafted technique — once gone, they're gone.