{"product_id":"dije-calendario-azteca-plata-950-opalo-de-fuego-taxco-1","title":"Aztec Calendar Pendant Sterling .950 Fire Opal — Taxco","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe power of the Aztec Calendar, carved in pure silver — a pendant that speaks of roots and ancestral strength.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCharacteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Authentic sterling .950 silver with hallmark\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTechnique: Combined — lost-wax casting, hand-engraving, and hand-set stone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign: Aztec Calendar (Piedra del Sol) with prehispanic geometric frame\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStone: Fire Opal red — symbol of energy and transformation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: Length 4 cm × width 2.5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Mirror polish with hand-engraved relief effects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 7 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChain: Not included — pendant only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHallmark: .950 (maximum silver purity)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Taxco, Mexico\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis pendant is a tribute to the Aztec worldview, featuring the Calendar (Stone of the Sun) at its heart surrounded by a crown of geometric signs that frame a fire stone. The red opal glows as if holding the energy of sacred fire — a piece that is far more than adornment; it is symbol. The combined technique allows every detail of the calendar to be legible and profound: silver threads hand-engraved, each stone individually set, the polish that makes every facet shine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSterling .950: the highest purity recognized in world silversmithing. This piece bears the \u003cstrong\u003e.950 hallmark\u003c\/strong\u003e, a certificate of authenticity guaranteeing that every gram is pure silver — no alloy. Handmade in Taxco, where the tradition of silver working spans 500 years. \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/certificado-autenticidad-joyas-plata-925\"\u003eLearn about the certificate of authenticity\u003c\/a\u003e and what it means to own a hallmarked piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTaxco is not just a name — it is the backing of five centuries of artisan silversmithing. Here was born the technique of silver in the Americas; here masters trained apprentices whose students teach still. \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/nuestra-historia\"\u003eDiscover the Arte Taxco story\u003c\/a\u003e and why origin matters when you buy real silver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuy risk-free. If you ever decide this pendant is no longer for you, we buy it back in store credit — up to 35%, with no expiration. Your silver always holds value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Authentic .950 sterling silver with hallmark — maximum purity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Red Fire Opal: stone of prehispanic energy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Aztec Calendar hand-engraved in every detail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Combined technique by Taxco master artisans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Lifetime buyback up to 35%, no expiration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u0026#127873; Gifts with spiritual or cultural significance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128141; Those who honor prehispanic worldviews\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128100; Collectors of \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/anillos-prehispanicos-aztecas-plata-taxco\"\u003eauthentic prehispanic pieces\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSize \u0026 Shipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePendant size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Length 4 cm × width 2.5 cm. This is a generously sized pendant — visible at the chest, with presence. \u003cstrong\u003eImportant: this is the pendant only; chain not included.\u003c\/strong\u003e You can use your favorite silver chain or select one from our shop (check availability). Ships 2-3 business days. Made to order: available in 5-7 days if out of stock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLifetime Buyback Program — Your Silver Always Has Value\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuy risk-free. We buy back your pendant whenever you wish, up to 35% in store credit, no expiration. \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/programa-joya-de-por-vida\"\u003eLearn all about the Lifetime Buyback Program\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does it come with a chain?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: No. The price is for the pendant only. Choose your own silver chain — this way you select one that matches your style. Ask about our .950 silver chains.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What does the Aztec Calendar symbolize in this piece?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: It is the Stone of the Sun, symbol of cosmic cycles and the power of Aztec sacred fire. The red opal at the center reinforces that meaning of energy and transformation — perfect for anyone seeking to connect with that force.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is the difference between .950 and .925 silver?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: .950 is purer (95% pure silver vs 92.5%). It is whiter, less prone to oxidation, and more valuable. Perfect for pieces you want to last generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo You Have Silver You No Longer Wear?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOld, inherited, or vintage silver you'd like to recover as credit — we buy it back. Send photos to \u003ca href=\"mailto:hola@artetaxco.mx\"\u003ehola@artetaxco.mx\u003c\/a\u003e with your piece and we'll quote you instantly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandmade by Taxco artisans — once it's gone, it's gone.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arte Taxco","offers":[{"title":"Única","offer_id":51613175185654,"sku":"ATA-PEN-000006040","price":47.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0702\/2552\/7030\/files\/ATA-TEMP-006040_1.jpg?v=1789163630","url":"https:\/\/www.artetaxco.mx\/en\/products\/dije-calendario-azteca-plata-950-opalo-de-fuego-taxco-1","provider":"Arte Taxco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}