Fire Opal Blue Silver Pendant — Taxco .950

A fragment of earth's blue fire, suspended in Taxco silver.

Characteristics

• Material: Silver .950 with .950 Hallmark
• Technique: Hand-set stone inlay
• Stone: Blue fire opal
• Design: Owl head with textured wings
• Dimensions: 4.1 cm long
• Chain: Not included (pendant only)
• Weight: 6.3 g
• Origin: Taxco, Mexico

This pendant captures the spirit of the night in miniature. The owl head — a symbol of wisdom in Prehispanic tradition — frames a blue fire opal that shifts color with every movement: green to deep blue, as if holding the reflection of the night sky. At 4.1 cm long, it's visible enough to make a statement, compact enough to layer or wear close to skin. Every detail of the head is carved and textured to catch the light.

Sterling .950 represents the highest standard of purity in artisanal jewelry; its hallmark is your guarantee of authenticity. Fire opal — a rare volcanic stone — is hand-set by Taxco artisans, stone by stone, with no machines: each setting is a deliberate choice. No two pendants are identical, because the stone lives and breathes with light changes.

Taxco has been the world capital of artisanal silver for 500 years. The hand-setting technique you see here flows from generations of silversmiths; it's a craft that grows more valuable as the world demands authenticity. Discover the Arte Taxco story and why origin matters.

Buy risk-free. If this piece is ever not for you, we buy it back up to 35% in credit, no expiration. Your silver always has value.

Key Benefits

• ✦ Authentic sterling .950 — highest purity in artisanal jewelry
• ✦ Blue fire opal with color-shift effect
• ✦ Hand-set in Taxco, no machinery
• ✦ Pendant only: pair with any chain or necklace you own
• ✦ Lifetime buyback up to 35%

Perfect For

• 💍 Gifts with spiritual or artisanal meaning
• 🎁 Anyone seeking visible yet intricate pieces
• 👤 Collectors who build pendant wardrobes

Dimensions & Shipping

Pendant length: 4.1 cm (about the size of a peso coin standing upright, slightly longer than your index finger). This is the pendant only — chain sold separately. You choose the chain that matches your style, giving you complete freedom. Ships in 2-3 business days. If you'd like us to suggest a chain pairing, write to hola@artetaxco.mx.

Lifetime Buyback Program — Your Silver Always Has Value

Buy risk-free. We buy back your pendant whenever you decide, up to 35% in electronic credit, no expiration or limits. Learn the full details of the Lifetime Buyback Program.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Does it come with a chain?
A: No, this is the pendant only. That gives you freedom to choose a chain that matches your personal style, or to combine multiple pendants on one chain.

Q: What is fire opal and why does it change color?
A: It's a stone with a unique crystalline structure that reflects light at different angles, so it seems to "live." It's more delicate than other stones, so avoid extreme temperature changes.

Q: How does the buyback work?
A: Present your certificate of authenticity and we buy it back in store credit (up to 35% of purchase price). No expiration, no hidden terms — your silver always holds value.

Have Silver You No Longer Wear?

Old, inherited, or unused silver pieces — Taxco buys them back. Write to hola@artetaxco.mx with photos and weight.

Blue fire opal, hand-carved in Taxco — your next statement piece.