Aztec Sun Stone Pendant Fire Opal — .950 Silver Taxco

The Aztec Sun Stone glows at your chest — eternal symbol of light and movement.

Characteristics

• Material: .950 Silver with hallmark
• Technique: Combined (casting and hand-set stone)
• Design: Prehispanic Sun Stone (Aztec calendar)
• Stone: Fire opal, red-orange tones
• Measurements: 4 cm long × 2 cm wide
• Weight: 9.6 g
• Presentation: Pendant only, chain not included
• Origin: Taxco, Mexico

This pendant captures the spirit of the Sun Stone — the most iconic Aztec calendar — in a composition that glows under any light. The fire opal, with its red-orange tones that dance with inner light, embodies the movement and energy of the prehispanic symbol. It is a daily-wear piece that functions as a modern amulet for men and women who connect with Mexica cosmology.

Taxco's combined technique — .950 silver casting with hand-set fire opal — ensures solidity and longevity. The visible hallmark on the back certifies purity; it is not decoration, it is guarantee. Every detail of the prehispanic motif was transferred to silver with the precision of a master silversmith, respecting the complexity of the glyphs and the sacred geometry of the calendar.

For 500 years, Taxco has been the world capital of artisanal silversmithing. This pendant is a direct heir to that tradition — where the craft of casting was perfected across centuries, and where artisans like those who forged this piece keep the craft alive. Your silver is not just jewelry; it is connection to Mexican history and the hands of Taxco. Learn about the story of Arte Taxco and the masters behind every piece.

Buy risk-free. If ever you decide this Sun Stone is no longer for you, Arte Taxco buys it back — returning value in credit, no expiration, always. Your .950 silver never loses value.

Key Benefits

• ✦ Authentic .950 silver with certified hallmark
• ✦ Sun Stone — iconic prehispanic symbol
• ✦ Fire opal with red-orange inner light
• ✦ Combined Taxco technique: casting and hand-setting
• ✦ Lifetime buyback up to 35%

Perfect For

• 💍 Those drawn to prehispanic cosmology
• 👤 Daily wear with meaning
• 🎁 Spiritual or transformation gift

Measurements & Shipping

Pendant measures 4 cm long × 2 cm wide. Sold as pendant only; chain purchased separately. You can pair it with any .925 silver chain length you prefer. Ships in 2-3 business days. Hand-crafted in Taxco — if you have questions about sizing or assembly, write to hola@artetaxco.mx.

Lifetime Buyback Program — Your Silver Always Has Value

Buy risk-free. We buy back your pendant whenever you choose, in store credit, up to 35% with no expiration. .950 silver has intrinsic value — Arte Taxco honors it. Learn about the Lifetime Buyback Program.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Does it come with a chain?
A: No, it is sold as a pendant only. You can purchase a .925 silver chain separately in any length you prefer — from 40 cm to 60 cm.

Q: What is the combined technique?
A: Casting in mold (for precision of the prehispanic design) combined with hand-setting of the fire opal — the best of both worlds: exact design plus artisanal craftsmanship.

Q: Is fire opal fragile?
A: It is more delicate than turquoise or onyx; avoid extreme temperature changes and do not expose to heavy impact. With normal care, it will last for years.

Do You Have Silver You No Longer Wear?

Inherited, old, or simply outgrown — we buy it back. Write to hola@artetaxco.mx with photos.

Symbol of light — crafted in Taxco, made to travel with you.