Religious Cross Pendant Sterling Silver 950 with Fire Opal — Taxco

Faith and mineral light in one piece — the iridescent fire opal that catches grace.

Characteristics

• Material: Sterling .950 silver with hallmark
• Technique: Hand-set stone inlay
• Stone: Fire Opal, iridescent
• Design: Religious cross with winged quarters
• Measurements: 6.3 cm long × 2.8 cm wide
• Sold without chain — pendant only
• Weight: 9.5 g
• Origin: Taxco, Mexico
• Made to order upon request

This Taxco silver cross is an act of faith in living stone. The fire opal — that mineral that plays between green, red, and gold depending on the light — is the heart of the piece. It is not decoration; it is a window. Every time light touches the opal, the cross illuminates from within, as if holding a secret revealed only in motion. It measures 6.3 centimeters, just visible without being loud, and weighs enough to feel genuine in the palm.

Stone inlay is precision work. Each facet of the opal is placed by hand within .950 silver — not pressed, not machined. Taxco silver breathes around the stone, keeping it secure. The hallmark certifies that this silver is authentic, born in the workshops of Guerrero where for 500 years silversmithing is religion.

Taxco did not invent the cross — it inherited it. But it made the silver cross a way of being in the world. Here, where silversmithing is ancestral craft and faith is geography, a cross is not just symbol: it is promise. This piece carries that historical weight. It is made in the land that knows it, by hands that understand it.

Buy risk-free. Whenever you decide, we buy back your pendant in store credit, up to 35%, with no expiration. Learn about the Lifetime Buyback Program.

Key Benefits

• ✦ Authentic .950 sterling silver with engraved hallmark
• ✦ Hand-set Fire Opal in iridescent tones
• ✦ Religious cross design with winged quarters from Taxco
• ✦ Made to order — customizable in size and finish
• ✦ Buyback without expiration up to 35% of original value

Ideal For

• 🎁 Gifts of faith and spiritual meaning
• 💍 Religious occasions and celebrations
• 👤 Those seeking jewelry that tells a story

Measurements and Shipping

The pendant measures 6.3 cm long × 2.8 cm wide. Sold without chain — pendant only. If you would like a compatible chain, contact hola@artetaxco.mx. This is a made-to-order piece, so shipping time is approximately 2-3 weeks. We ship throughout Mexico and the United States.

Lifetime Buyback Program — Your Silver Always Has Value

Buy risk-free. We buy back your pendant whenever you decide, in store credit, up to 35% of the original value, with no expiration. Learn all the details of the Program.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Does it come with a chain?
A: No, it is sold as a pendant only. Chains are sold separately so you can customize the length and thickness. Write to us for compatible chain options.

Q: How durable is fire opal?
A: It is more delicate than turquoise or jade. Avoid contact with perfumes, chlorine, and sudden temperature changes. With care, it will last years. Keep it in a dry case.

Q: What is the hallmark on silver?
A: It is the authenticity seal engraved on the silver that certifies its purity. This cross bears the .950 mark, a guarantee of purity made in Taxco.

Do You Have Silver You No Longer Wear?

If you inherited silver or have silver jewelry you do not wear, Arte Taxco buys it back. Send photos to hola@artetaxco.mx and we will give you a fair quote.

A cross of iridescent fire opal — when the light fades, it glows from within.