Sterling Silver Turtle Earrings with Fire Opal — Taxco .950

The Taxco turtle, symbol of wisdom and protection, shines in your ears.

Features

• Material: Sterling .950 silver with hallmark
• Technique: Hand stone setting
• Stone: Fire Opal multicolor
• Design: Prehispanic turtle
• Measurements: 2.9 cm long per pair
• Weight: 3.5 g
• Closure: Silver hook
• Origin: Taxco, Mexico

These earrings capture the magic of fire opal in an iconic form of Taxco jewelry: the turtle. Each piece measures 2.9 cm long, visible without overwhelming, perfect for anyone seeking a touch of natural color that shifts with light. The hand setting of the stone in the shell is meticulous work where each fire opal is placed individually, ensuring no two pairs are exactly alike. Fire opal is refracted light — its orange, red, and yellow tones dance as you move.

.950 sterling silver is purer than .925, making it ideal for delicate stones like opal. With its hallmark engraved, these earrings guarantee Taxco authenticity. The lost-wax casting technique that defines the turtle's form is a Prehispanic heritage, refined by five centuries of Taxco silversmithing. Every detail — the flippers, the shell — emerges as if alive.

Taxco has been the world capital of artisanal silver for 500 years. Here, in the hands of the city's craftspeople, the turtle is not just a shape: it is a symbol of protection and longevity, themes that resonate in Mesoamerican cultures. Your pair carries that continuity.

Key Benefits

• ✦ Authentic .950 sterling silver with hallmark
• ✦ Fire Opal hand-set — multicolor with play of light
• ✦ Prehispanic design: turtle symbol of protection
• ✦ Made to order in Taxco — each pair is unique
• ✦ Buyback with no expiration up to 35%

Perfect for

• 💍 Anyone who loves the play of light in natural stones
• 👤 Collectors of Prehispanic jewelry
• 🎁 A meaningful gift with deep cultural roots

Measurements & Shipping

Length of each earring: 2.9 cm. Sold as a pair (two earrings). .950 silver hook. Ships 2-3 business days. Made to order upon request — ask for exact turnaround time at hola@artetaxco.mx.

Lifetime Buyback Program — Your Silver Always Has Value

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is the Fire Opal natural?
A: Yes, it is natural opal. It is a delicate stone — avoid impacts and prolonged water contact. Its orange-red color play is unmistakable.

Q: Will the hook hurt my ears?
A: The hook is .950 silver, hypoallergenic. If you have sensitivity, we recommend silicone backs — email hola@artetaxco.mx.

Q: Can I request a different size?
A: Yes. These are made to order. Contact us to customize the length of your earrings.

Do You Have Silver You No Longer Wear?

Old silver, heirlooms, or broken pieces — we buy them back. Send photos to hola@artetaxco.mx and we'll quote you in minutes.

Fire Opal, Taxco light — impossible to go unnoticed.