Fire Opal Pendant in Sterling .950 Silver — Prehispanic Taxco

The magic of Fire Opal in a .950 sterling pendant, carrying ancestral symbols of Taxco's five centuries of silvercraft.

Features

• Material: .950 sterling silver with hallmark — maximum artisanal purity
• Stone: Fire Opal sky blue — natural light in every angle
• Technique: Hand-cast and finished with prehispanic engravings
• Measurements: 3.5 cm long × 2.2 cm wide
• Weight: 8.6 g
• Includes: Pendant only — chain sold separately
• Hallmark: 950 — authenticity guaranteed
• Origin: Handmade in Taxco, Mexico

This pendant is a window into the inner light of Fire Opal: when you wear it, its sky-blue reflections play with your body's movement. The circular design carved in .950 silver echoes the prehispanic symbols that have thrived in Taxco for five centuries — it's not just a stone, it's a connection to the thousand-year-old craft of Mexico's silver capital.

.950 sterling (hallmark 950) is the maximum purity in traditional Taxco jewelry. Unlike .925, it carries 95 parts pure silver per 100, making it more valuable and heavier — when you hold this pendant, you feel the difference. It was assembled in Taxco using hand-casting technique, where specialized artisans set the Fire Opal by hand and polish every detail. Each piece is unique because the finish is handcrafted, not industrial.

Taxco is not just a name: it's a silversmithing province that has existed for five centuries. When you buy a pendant from Arte Taxco, you buy the continuity of a craft that has survived millennia. This sky-blue Fire Opal carries that heritage — the artisan's precision, the wisdom of prehispanic design, and the authenticity of .950 silver. Learn the story of Arte Taxco.

Buy risk-free: if you ever decide this pendant isn't for you, we buy back your silver in store credit, no expiration, up to 35%. Discover the Lifetime Buyback Program.

Key Benefits

• ✦ Authentic .950 sterling — maximum Taxco purity
• ✦ Fire Opal with natural sky-blue reflections
• ✦ Prehispanic motifs hand-carved into silver
• ✦ No chain — choose the one that matches your style
• ✦ Buyback up to 35% no expiration — your silver always has value

Perfect For

• 💍 Anyone who loves stones with natural light and movement
• 👤 Everyday or special wear — versatile on any neckline
• 🎁 Gifts with ancestral and artisanal meaning

Measurements & Shipping

The pendant measures 3.5 cm long by 2.2 cm wide — the size of a large coin, perfect for wearing visible or as an intimate talisman. Pendant only; chain sold separately. You can use chains from your collection or choose a .925 or .950 silver chain we can match with you. Ships 2-3 business days. For custom orders in gold or special silver, email 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 store credit, no expiration or hassle. Learn all about the Lifetime Buyback Program.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Does it include a chain?
A: No. The price is for the pendant only. You can pair it with any .925 or .950 silver chain you own, or purchase one separately. Email us if you want chain-length recommendations.

Q: How delicate is Fire Opal?
A: It's a noble stone but requires care. Avoid direct impacts, chlorine, and perfumes. Store in a dry case. With careful wear, it lasts a lifetime — that's why we offer buyback with no expiration.

Q: How does .950 silver look different from .925?
A: It's slightly whiter and noticeably heavier. You feel the difference in your hand. It requires slightly more careful cleaning, but it's purer and more valuable. .950 is the signature of traditional Taxco craftsmanship.

Do You Have Silver You No Longer Wear?

Old silver, inherited pieces, or jewelry from other collections — we buy them back. Send photos to hola@artetaxco.mx and we'll quote you store credit.

A Fire Opal pendant in .950 silver — once this one is gone, it's gone.