{"product_id":"aretes-plata-opalo-de-fuego-sol-taxco-950","title":"Fire Opal Sun Earrings Sterling Silver Taxco 950","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe magic of fire opal in motion — sun earrings that capture light like the ancient fire of Taxco.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCharacteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Sterling .950 with hallmark\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eTechnique: Hand stone inlay\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eStone: Natural Fire Opal\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eDesign: Handcrafted sun with 8 curved rays\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eLength per pair: 4 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eClosure: Sterling silver hooks\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eWeight: 3.9 g\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Taxco, Mexico\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eNote: Custom sizing available\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese earrings honor the solar symbol of Mesoamerica — the sun that runs through the blood of Taxco's silversmiths for 500 years. Each ray is forged by hand in .950 sterling, Mexico's purest silver grade, and each fire opal is set individually with precision. No two pairs are alike: the fire opal's glow shifts with the light, just as Taxco's work does, where every piece is singular.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFire opal is a living stone — its orange, green, and red tones dance in the light because the water within refracts it. This is not a flaw; it is its magic. The hand-set mounting respects the stone's volume, allowing it to shine as intended. The .950 sterling cradles each opal like a nest, protecting it while letting it breathe.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor five centuries, Taxco has been the world capital of artisanal silver — since Spanish discovery of the mines in 1520, and local artisans elevated craft to art. In each pair of these sun earrings lives that tradition: patient hammering, solder that joins without sealing, polishing that reveals the white of silver. When you wear them, you wear 500 years of craft.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuy risk-free with the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/programa-joya-de-por-vida\"\u003eLifetime Buyback Program\u003c\/a\u003e. Your silver always holds value.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Authentic sterling .950 with hallmark — highest purity grade\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Natural Fire Opal hand-set, one-of-a-kind piece\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Prehispanic sun design from Taxco\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Complete pair, ready to wear\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Buyback up to 35%, no expiration\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePerfect for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128141; Lovers of living stones and their dance of light\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#127873; Gifts with roots and meaning\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128100; Collectors of Taxco artisan jewelry\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMeasurements \u0026 Shipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eLength per pair: 4 cm end to end. Closure: sterling silver hooks — ideal for pierced ears. Ships 2-3 business days. Need a different size? \u003ca href=\"mailto:hola@artetaxco.mx\"\u003eContact us\u003c\/a\u003e for custom sizing (~2 weeks).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eLifetime Buyback Program — Your Silver Always Matters\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuy risk-free. We buy back your earrings whenever you decide, up to 35% in store credit, no expiration. \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: It is a delicate stone that holds water. Avoid sudden temperature changes, chlorine, and impacts. With normal care, they last decades — the \u003ca href=\"mailto:hola@artetaxco.mx\"\u003eLifetime Program\u003c\/a\u003e also covers stone repairs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Why does the opal look different every time I look at it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: That is its nature — the water inside refracts light. Not a flaw, but proof it is natural. Every shift reveals new colors.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can I customize them?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes. Write to \u003ca href=\"mailto:hola@artetaxco.mx\"\u003ehola@artetaxco.mx\u003c\/a\u003e for different lengths, alternative stones, or adjustments. Custom sizing in ~2 weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo You Have Silver You No Longer Wear?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOld silver, heirlooms, or broken earrings — 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\u003eSun earrings from Taxco — where fire and silver meet.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arte Taxco","offers":[{"title":"Única","offer_id":51695187656950,"sku":"ATA-EAR-000006237","price":30.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0702\/2552\/7030\/files\/ATA-TEMP-1789745054483-4i8cz_1.jpg?v=1789745616","url":"https:\/\/www.artetaxco.mx\/en\/products\/aretes-plata-opalo-de-fuego-sol-taxco-950","provider":"Arte Taxco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}