Fire Opal Sterling Pendant — Hand-Set Taxco .925

A fragment of mineral fire: iridescent fire opal in Taxco silver.

Features

• Material: Authentic Sterling .925
• Technique: Hand stone setting
• Stone: Iridescent multi-color fire opal
• Pendant length: 5.1 cm
• Weight: 5.6 g
• Closure: Soldered bail for separate chain
• Chain: Not included (pendant only)
• Origin: Taxco, Mexico

This pendant is born from Taxco craft: a fire opal stone — that play of greens, oranges, and golds that shifts with light — hand-set in sterling .925. Every facet of the stone shines differently as your body moves. At 5.1 cm long, it makes a presence without overwhelming, perfect for wearing close to the heart or as an accent in layered necklaces.

Hand-set means each stone was placed individually by an artisan's hands. No press, no machine does this work — the craft of Taxco lives in that touch. The silver surrounds the stone with care, protecting it while letting light travel through. It's the balance between beauty and durability that defines authentic artisan jewelry.

Taxco has meant silver for 500 years — when conquistadors found the veins of ore in the mountain and local silversmiths began writing the story of what is today the world capital of artisan silver jewelry. The Arte Taxco story is woven into that heritage: every piece breathes that legacy of precision, authenticity, and love for stone and metal.

Buy risk-free. If one day you decide this pendant isn't for you, Arte Taxco buys it back — no expiration, store credit that holds its value forever. Your silver isn't an expense; it's an investment that always matters.

Key Benefits

• ✦ Authentic sterling .925, hypoallergenic
• ✦ Fire opal hand-set with iridescent colors you won't find twice
• ✦ Perfect size for wearing solo or layered (5.1 cm)
• ✦ No chain: choose one that matches your style
• ✦ Lifetime Buyback up to 35%, no expiration

Perfect For

• 🎁 Lovers of minerals and natural color play
• 💍 Daily wear with a touch of magic
• 👤 Fire opal and precious stone collectors

Measurements & Shipping

Pendant measures 5.1 cm in length. Sold as pendant only — chain not included. You can choose any chain you prefer: sterling .925, leather, steel, or whatever suits your style best. The soldered bail at the top accepts any standard chain. Ships in 2-3 business days.

Lifetime Buyback Program — Your Silver Always Matters

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Does it come with a chain?
A: No. The pendant sells with just the bail so you can choose the chain you love. That way you can swap it for different outfits or occasions.

Q: How is the opal hand-set?
A: The artisan places the stone in the silver box, then bends the metal edges around it to secure it — no machines, just skill. Every hammer strike is a choice, which is why no two settings are exactly alike.

Q: Is fire opal fragile?
A: Yes. It's softer than diamond. Avoid direct hits and keep it separate from other jewelry in storage. With normal care it will last years — it's a stone for those who honor the craft.

Have Silver You No Longer Wear?

Old silver, inherited pieces, broken chains — we buy it back with no questions. Write to hola@artetaxco.mx with photos and we'll make you an offer in store credit.

One-of-a-kind pendant, hand-set in Taxco — when it's gone, it's gone.