Starfish Pendant Sterling Silver .950 with Fire Opal — Taxco

The magic of fire opal trapped in a .950 silver starfish.

Characteristics

• Material: .950 sterling silver with hallmark — maximum purity
• Technique: Hand-set stone inlay
• Stone: Fire Opal
• Design: Handcrafted starfish
• Finish: Polished with visible setting
• Weight: 3.8 g
• Pendant length: 4.3 cm (no chain)
• Chain: NOT included — purchase separately
• Hallmark: 950
• Origin: Taxco, Mexico
• Made to order: yes

A starfish suspended in .950 silver — the highest purity silver from Taxco's 500-year silversmith tradition. Fire opal glows at the center, catching warm and cool green light. At 4.3 centimeters, it has presence without overwhelming — the right size to be seen when you wear it.

The setting was done by hand, stone by stone. .950 silver isn't an accident — it's a commitment to purity. When you buy a Taxco pendant, you're buying five centuries of craft: precision, respect for stone, and care for the person who will wear it.

Taxco's story begins in 1534, when the first silversmiths arrived in the mountains of Guerrero seeking silver. Today, every piece from Taxco carries that legacy: hands that know their trade, silver that will outlive trends, and stones chosen with intention. Learn the Arte Taxco story.

This pendant is no chain included. Choose your own chain — fine or chunky, long or short. It's design freedom, and it's also honest pricing. Pay only for what you want.

Key Benefits

• ✦ .950 sterling silver with hallmark — maximum purity
• ✦ Fire opal hand-set into silver
• ✦ Handcrafted Taxco starfish design
• ✦ 4.3 cm — perfect size for presence and comfort
• ✦ Lifetime buyback up to 35%, no expiration

Perfect for

• 🎁 Gifts for ocean lovers and natural stone collectors
• 💍 Anyone seeking a unique, sustainable piece
• 👤 Taxco pendant collectors

Measurements & Shipping

Pendant length: 4.3 cm (tip to tip). Important: this price is for the pendant only. Chain is not included — purchase separately to match your style. Ships 2-3 business days. Made to order: crafted in Taxco, arrives in ~3 weeks.

Lifetime Buyback Program — Your Silver Always Has Value

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Does it come with a chain?
A: No. The price is for the pendant only. Buy your chain separately — this way you choose the length and thickness that suits you.

Q: What's the difference between .925 and .950 silver?
A: .950 is purer (95% silver vs. 92.5%). It's stronger, brighter, and more valuable. Perfect for pieces you want to last decades.

Q: Is opal fragile?
A: Opal is a delicate stone. Avoid hard impacts, saltwater, and sudden temperature changes. Treated well, it lasts a lifetime — many Taxco opal pieces are 50+ years old.

Do You Have Silver You No Longer Wear?

Old silver, inherited pieces, or jewelry you've decided not to wear — we buy it back. Send photos to hola@artetaxco.mx with the SKU if you have it, and we'll quote you within 24 hours.

Made to order from Taxco — each starfish is one of a kind.