Fire Opal and Cat's Eye Silver Earrings — Taxco .950

Two gems dancing light: fire opal and cat's eye at your ears.

Characteristics

• Material: Sterling .950 silver with hallmark
• Technique: Hand-set stone inlay
• Stones: Multicolor fire opal + brown cat's eye
• Pair measurements: 2 cm long × 1.4 cm wide
• Closure type: Post earrings
• Total weight: 6.79 g
• Finish: Polished bright
• Origin: Taxco, Mexico

The fire opal plays with hues — orange, green, red, yellow — while the brown cat's eye catches light with its distinctive centered flash. These aren't just two stones; they're two temperaments: one dancing in a thousand colors, the other gazing steadily with a line of light. Every turn of your head brings a new reflection.

.950 silver, the purest grade in jewelry — only 5% alloy to maintain durability. Each stone was hand-set, no press, no automation. The work is slow and precise; that's why every pair emerges slightly different. The certificate of authenticity that accompanies it confirms both the grade and the actual weight.

Taxco, Guerrero — five centuries of silversmithing. Stone-setting techniques born here are now copied worldwide. The cat's eye, especially, demands mastery: the stone must be cut in the exact direction so the light line gleams where it should. It's inherited knowledge, passed hand to hand, generation to generation. The Arte Taxco story is one of artisans who chose to stay at the source: in the studio, not the factory.

Buy risk-free. If your style ever changes, your silver has value. We buy back any Arte Taxco piece whenever you decide — up to 35% in store credit, no expiration, no questions. Learn about the Lifetime Buyback Program.

Key Benefits

• ✦ Sterling .950 — the highest purity in silversmithing
• ✦ Two distinct stones: fire opal + cat's eye
• ✦ Hand-set, no press or machinery
• ✦ Each pair is uniquely individual thanks to the craft
• ✦ Lifetime buyback up to 35%

Perfect For

• 🎁 Those seeking pieces with real story and skill
• 💍 Moments where you shine with the unexpected
• 👤 Collectors of opal and rare gemstones

Measurements & Shipping

The pair measures 2 cm long by 1.4 cm wide — discrete dimensions but visible when worn. Traditional post closure, secure and comfortable. Ships 2-3 business days. For custom adjustments, 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, in store credit, up to 35% of value, with no expiration or waiting period. Learn about the Lifetime Buyback Program.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is the fire opal natural?
A: Yes, it's genuine opal with characteristic flashes. Paired with cat's eye, the piece becomes singular — two stones, two personalities.

Q: How do I care for these stones?
A: Avoid direct impact and harsh chemicals. Clean with a slightly damp soft cloth. Natural stones age beautifully if treated gently — part of their charm is that they tell stories.

Q: Can I commission a custom pair?
A: Absolutely. Email hola@artetaxco.mx">hola@artetaxco.mx with your preferred stones and measurements.

Do You Have Silver You No Longer Wear?

Old earrings, inherited pieces, or simply forgotten in a drawer — silver holds value. We buy back in store credit with no expiration. Send photos to hola@artetaxco.mx.

Fire opal and cat's eye earrings — each pair is an act of mastery in Taxco.