{"product_id":"aretes-de-plata-tortuga-con-opalo-de-fuego-verde","title":"Sterling Silver Turtle Earrings with Green Fire Opal","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSilver turtles that carry the green fire of Taxco opal.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Sterling .925 Silver with hallmark\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eTechnique: Hand stone setting\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eStone: Fire Opal color green\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eDesign: Turtle — pair\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eLength per pair: 3 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eTotal weight: 1.69 g\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eClosure: Silver wire hooks\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eFinish: Polished and mirrored\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Taxco, Mexico\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eTiny silver turtles that capture the mystery of fire opal in deep green tones. Each stone is placed by hand, without press or machinery — the opal rests inside its silver setting like a jewel within a jewel. The turtle, a symbol of wisdom and protection in ancient Mesoamerican traditions, comes alive when light passes through the green opal, revealing iridescent reflections. These are earrings for those seeking something different: not the obvious diamond, but the rarity of mineral fire.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAuthentic sterling .925 silver, marked with its hallmark — the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/certificado-autenticidad-joyas-plata-925\"\u003ecertificate of authenticity\u003c\/a\u003e that guarantees its purity. Hand-setting each fire opal stone is why these turtles cannot be mass-produced: each pair takes hours. Taxco, the world capital of silversmithing for 500 years, remains the only place where this level of craft persists — \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/nuestra-historia\"\u003ethe Arte Taxco story\u003c\/a\u003e begins with masters who perfected this technique for stones as delicate as opal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFire opal is stone of transformation and vision in pre-Hispanic cultures. Its fragility is part of its beauty: it requires care, as all precious things do. These earrings are for memorable gifts or wear on occasions where every detail matters.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Authentic sterling .925 silver with hallmark\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Green fire opal hand-set in each turtle\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Turtle design — symbol of wisdom\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Lightweight and comfortable to wear\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; Meaningful gifts for opal and Taxco silver lovers\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128141; Special occasions and memorable events\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128100; Collectors of rare gemstones and Mexican silvercraft\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSizing and shipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eLength per pair: 3 cm. Standard silver wire hooks fit most ears. Closure: silver hooks. Ships in 2-3 business days. Need custom sizing or adjustments? Email \u003ca href=\"mailto:hola@artetaxco.mx\"\u003ehola@artetaxco.mx\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eLifetime Buyback Program — Your Silver Always Holds Value\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuy risk-free. We buy back your earrings whenever you decide, up to 35% in store credit, never expires. \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/programa-joya-de-por-vida\"\u003eLearn about the Lifetime Buyback Program\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is fire opal fragile?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes, more so than quartz or turquoise. Avoid direct impact and sudden temperature or humidity changes. With proper care, they last for years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Why is fire opal green if it's called \"fire\" opal?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Fire opal is a variety that can be red, orange, or green — the \"fire\" refers to the iridescent shine, not the color. These have green tones with golden flashes that shimmer in light.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can I wear these earrings daily?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: We don't recommend prolonged daily wear. They're ideal for special occasions. Remove them before sleep, bathing, or cleaning.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo you have silver you no longer wear?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOld silver, broken earrings, inherited rings — 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurtle earrings in green fire opal — hand-set in Taxco.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arte Taxco","offers":[{"title":"Única","offer_id":51817355935990,"sku":"ATA-EAR-000007824","price":23.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0702\/2552\/7030\/files\/ATA-TEMP-1791577967745-h8edp_1.jpg?v=1791578380","url":"https:\/\/www.artetaxco.mx\/en\/products\/aretes-de-plata-tortuga-con-opalo-de-fuego-verde","provider":"Arte Taxco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}