Fire Opal Studs Silver — Taxco .925

The iridescent magic of fire opal, in miniature, beside your face.

Features

• Material: Sterling .925 with hallmark
• Technique: Hand-set stone
• Stone: Fire opal in multicolor
• Pair size: 1.2 cm long
• Weight: 1.32 g
• Closure: Post and butterfly back
• Origin: Taxco, Mexico

These studs capture the essence of fire opal: that play of color shifting with light, warm yellows, deep reds, and brilliant oranges all in a single stone. At just 1.2 cm, they're intimate — perfect for anyone seeking something delicate without sacrificing impact. Each earring holds its stone set by hand, work that takes hours but guarantees the gem is secure and aligned.

The sterling .925 supporting the opal carries the hallmark, the seal of authenticity certifying purity. The finish is smooth and polished, allowing light to dance across the stone without distraction. This is jewelry that honors both material and craft: not cheap opal in fine silver, but a piece made for someone who values quality in the small.

Taxco, Mexico, has been the world capital of silversmithing for 500 years. The tradition of hand-setting stone by stone is part of that heritage kept alive by Arte Taxco artisans. These studs are a small example: miniature of precision born from craft.

Buy risk-free. If you ever decide these aren't yours, we buy them back — up to 35% in store credit, no expiration. Learn about the Lifetime Buyback Program.

Key benefits

• ✦ Authentic sterling .925 with hallmark
• ✦ Fire opal in multicolor, hand-set
• ✦ Delicate and lightweight for daily or special wear
• ✦ Made in Taxco, the heart of Mexican silversmithing
• ✦ Lifetime buyback up to 35%

Perfect for

• 💍 Anyone who loves stones with character (every opal is unique)
• 👤 A meaningful gift for someone special
• 🎁 Formal occasions or delicate everyday wear

Sizing and shipping

The pair measures 1.2 cm long, small and proportionate. They close with post and butterfly back. Ships 2-3 business days. Need a different length or custom design? Write to hola@artetaxco.mx.

Lifetime Buyback Program — Your silver always has value

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

Frequently asked questions

Q: Is fire opal fragile?
A: It's more delicate than some stones — avoid direct impact and store in a dry case. No hot water or sudden temperature changes.

Q: Does each pair have different colors?
A: Yes, fire opal is unique stone to stone. The multicolor here is the feature: each pair will have its own blend of yellow, orange, and red.

Q: Can I wear these daily?
A: With care, yes. They're lightweight (1.32 g) and secure. Avoid contact sports and remove them while showering or sleeping to extend the stone's life.

Do you have silver you no longer wear?

Old earrings, broken bracelets, inherited rings — silver always has value. We buy back online. Send photos to hola@artetaxco.mx.

Each pair is unique — when the stone is gone, the earring is gone.