Sterling Silver 950 Fire Opal Pendant — Prehispanic Cosmos Taxco

The ancient universe of Taxco, suspended on your chest.

Details

• Material: Sterling .950 with hallmark
• Technique: Combined — fire opal mosaic + hand-set engravings
• Stone: Natural Fire Opal, orange and red tones
• Design: Prehispanic cosmological symbol
• Dimensions: 3.5 cm long × 2.2 cm wide
• Weight: 7.7 g
• Chain: Not included — pendant only
• Hallmark: .950
• Origin: Taxco, Mexico
• Made to order

Each pendant opens a portal to the prehispanic cosmology that has defined Taxco since its roots. The central symbol, carved in .950 silver, radiates outward into a mosaic of fire opal — stone sacred in Mesoamerican tradition. The orange and red reflections of the opal dance like the sun of ancient times, reminding us that Taxco's silversmithing is born from that same geometry, that same reverence for balance and the sacred.

The technique is combined: engraving and polishing of the central symbol embraces hand-set placement of each small fire opal fragment around the perimeter. No machine can set stone with such precision — it is the patience of a master silversmith, a decision in every motion. The prehispanic tradition of Taxco is reborn in every piece that carries this symbol.

For 500 years, Taxco has been the world capital of artisanal silversmithing. Ancient silversmiths inherited the sacred geometry of their ancestors — circles, spirals, symbols of the cosmos — and transformed them into craft. The Arte Taxco story is the honest continuation of that tradition: we do not imitate the prehispanic, we honor it in every cut of silver.

Buy risk-free. Your pendant always holds value in the Lifetime Buyback Program: we repurchase up to 35% in store credit, with no expiration, whenever you choose.

Key Benefits

• ✦ Authentic .950 sterling silver with hallmark — maximum purity
• ✦ Natural Fire Opal, unique reflections on every piece
• ✦ Hand-set gemstones — each stone placed individually
• ✦ Prehispanic cosmological symbol from Taxco
• ✦ Lifetime buyback up to 35%

Perfect For

• 🎁 Those who connect with ancient spirituality and cosmology
• 💍 Gifts with meaning and depth
• 👤 Collectors of Taxco prehispanic jewelry

Sizing & Shipping

Pendant measures 3.5 cm long by 2.2 cm wide — visible and present at the neck, without overwhelming scale. Pendant only; chain sold separately. You can choose a .925 silver chain from our catalog or pair it with one you already own. Ships 2-3 business days. Made to order by request: contact us for customizations.

Lifetime Buyback Program — Your Silver Always Holds Value

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 this include a chain?
A: No — pendant only. You can purchase it with a separate sterling silver chain, or pair it with one you already own. For chain recommendations, write to hola@artetaxco.mx.

Q: Is the fire opal natural?
A: Yes. Fire opal is a natural stone with unique color variations. Each piece will have slightly different tones. If you have questions before purchasing, send us a message.

Q: What makes combined technique different from others?
A: Combined technique blends engraving of the central symbol with individual stone setting. It is not a single technique — it is a dialogue between two forms of Taxco silversmith craft.

Do You Have Silver You No Longer Wear?

Old silver, inherited pieces, or pendants gathering dust — we buy them back. Send photos to hola@artetaxco.mx with your purchase receipt if you have it.

Taxco cosmology — where prehispanic tradition and silversmithing become one.