Fire Opal Silver Pendant — Sailor Design Taxco .950

A miniature voyage: multicolor fire opal dancing in a Taxco silver sail.

Characteristics

• Material: Sterling .950 silver with hallmark
• Technique: Hand stone setting
• Stone: Fire Opal, multicolor
• Design: Handmade sailor sailboat
• Measurements: 4.7 cm long × 2.8 cm wide (approx.)
• Weight: 6.3 g
• Chain: Not included (pendant only)
• Finish: Polished bright
• Origin: Taxco, Mexico

At the heart of this sailor pendant burns the fire of opal: reds, oranges, greens, and blues that dance with every shift of light. No two fire opals are alike — each one is a different geological universe, born in Mexico's depths millions of years ago. This pendant, 4.7 centimeters tall, hangs at the perfect height to command attention without shouting. The sailboat cradling it is pure Taxco silversmithing geometry: clean lines, sailor proportions, perfect weight in your hands.

Hand stone setting is a craft requiring watchmaker's precision and limitless patience. Each facet of the opal is placed individually into the .950 silver, without press or machine — only the hands of a Taxco artisan. The hallmark (.950) certifies that this silver is purer than international standard, ideal for sensitive skin and a brightness that won't fade in years.

Taxco: five centuries carving dreams in silver. Since Spanish miners discovered the silver veins of Guerrero, every generation of silversmiths has passed the inheritance forward — techniques that cross oceans, furnace secrets, hammer strikes that transform a sheet into a pendant. This sailor is born from that tradition: stone + craft + origin. When you wear it, you carry 500 years of Taxco mastery around your neck.

Buy risk-free. Your pendant will always have value. When its time with you is done, we buy it back in store credit up to 35% — no expiration, no fine print. Learn about our Lifetime Buyback Program.

Key Benefits

• ✦ Genuine .950 sterling silver — purer than .925
• ✦ Natural fire opal, each one unique
• ✦ Hand-set, artisanal piece
• ✦ Perfect size: 4.7 cm of presence
• ✦ Buyback up to 35% with no expiration

Ideal For

• 🎁 Lovers of natural stones with history
• 💍 Gifts for travelers and dreamers
• 👤 Daily wear with unique character

Measurements & Shipping

4.7 cm long × approximately 2.8 cm wide. Important: Pendant only — chain not included. You can use a silver chain you already own or choose from our collections. Ships 2-3 business days. Custom sizing available — write hola@artetaxco.mx.

Lifetime Buyback Program — Your Silver Always Has Value

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Does it come with a chain?
A: No, pendant only. You can use a silver chain you own or email hola@artetaxco.mx for silver chain options.

Q: Is the fire opal natural?
A: Yes, natural stone. Each opal is unique in tone and pattern. Over time, the stone may shift slightly in brightness — that's its nature, not a flaw.

Q: Can I wear it daily?
A: Yes, .950 silver is durable. Avoid perfumes and chlorine. Clean with a soft microfiber cloth to keep the opal's brilliance.

Do You Have Silver You No Longer Wear?

Old silver, heirlooms, or a pendant that's had its moment — we buy it back. Send photos to hola@artetaxco.mx and we'll quote instantly.

Sailor fire opal pendant — every light tells a different story.