{"product_id":"dije-ballena-plata-950-opalo-de-fuego-azul-taxco","title":"Whale Pendant Sterling Silver .950 Blue Fire Opal — Taxco","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eA whale in silver swimming through blue fire — freedom and protection around your neck.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eMaterial: .950 sterling silver with hallmark — maximum purity\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eTechnique: Stone inlay set by hand\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eStone: Fire Opal, blue tone\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eDesign: Whale — symbol of freedom and depth\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eMeasurements: Length 3.9 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eWeight: 5.7 g\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eChain not included — pendant only\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eFinish: Polished and hand-textured\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Taxco, Mexico\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis whale pendant is a tribute to marine life — a figure swimming through deep waters of blue and fire. Fire Opal, with its palette of blues and green flashes, is inlaid directly into the silver, stone by stone, without molds or machinery. Every facet of the whale shows handwork: the etched dorsal fin, the carved eye, the polished body that reflects light like wet skin. It is small (3.9 cm — barely larger than a coin), yet it carries the presence of a complete, conscious animal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMade in .950 silver — the highest purity silver that can be worked without becoming brittle. The 950 hallmark certifies it: the official assay guaranteeing that your silver is not a diluted alloy, but true silver. The stone inlay, handcrafted in Taxco, requires watchmaker's precision: the Fire Opal settles into its silver bed, secured by pressure and gentle hammering, sealed without industrial adhesives. That is why each pendant is unique — each Opal carries its own fire, each setting is different.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor 500 years, Taxco has been the world capital of artisanal silver. The jewelers of the city did not inherit just a craft — they inherited the language of silver itself: how to make it sing, how to set a stone's light into it without destroying the stone. This whale pendant is a conversation between that ancient language and the sea. \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/nuestra-historia\"\u003eThe Arte Taxco story\u003c\/a\u003e is the history of that craft in your hands.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuy risk-free. If one day the pendant no longer travels with you, we buy it back in store credit, up to 35%, no expiration date. \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/programa-joya-de-por-vida\"\u003eLearn about the Lifetime Buyback Program\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; .950 sterling silver — maximum purity silversmithing\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Blue Fire Opal hand-inlaid — a jewel within the jewel\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Small (3.9 cm) yet striking — easy to layer and combine\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Marine design connecting you to freedom\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Buyback up to 35% no expiration — your silver always holds value\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePerfect for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#127873; Ocean lovers and marine life collectors\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128141; Anyone seeking meaning and craft in jewelry\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128100; Everyday wear with nature's touch\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMeasurements \u0026 Shipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe pendant measures \u003cstrong\u003e3.9 cm in length\u003c\/strong\u003e — just larger than a coin, worn at eye level. \u003cstrong\u003eChain not included\u003c\/strong\u003e — you can choose fine silver chain custom-cut to your length. Ships 2-3 business days worldwide. To customize chain or discuss sizing, write to \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 pendant whenever you choose, in store credit up to 35%, no expiration. \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/programa-joya-de-por-vida\"\u003eLearn all program details\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does it come with a chain?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: No. The pendant (3.9 cm) sells alone. You can choose fine silver chain, link, or cord — write for options and pricing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is the Fire Opal natural?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Described as Fire Opal. It is a delicate stone: avoid drops and sudden temperature changes. If you have questions about its origin before purchase, reach out.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How do I care for the stone inlay?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Avoid perfumes, chlorine, and saltwater. Clean with a soft cloth. Hand inlay is delicate — do not bend or press against hard surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo You Have Silver You No Longer Wear?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOld silver, heirlooms, or pieces that don't match your style — we buy them back. Send photos to \u003ca href=\"mailto:hola@artetaxco.mx\"\u003ehola@artetaxco.mx\u003c\/a\u003e and receive a quote in store credit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA whale of fire — crafted in Taxco, for those who hear the ocean.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arte Taxco","offers":[{"title":"Única","offer_id":51549149659382,"sku":"ATA-PEN-000005423","price":45.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0702\/2552\/7030\/files\/ATA-TEMP-005423_1.jpg?v=1787760703","url":"https:\/\/www.artetaxco.mx\/en\/products\/dije-ballena-plata-950-opalo-de-fuego-azul-taxco","provider":"Arte Taxco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}