Sterling Silver Whale Tail Pendant with Fire Opal

A silver whale tail, subtle and brilliant, capturing the iridescent fire of opal.

Features

• Material: Sterling Silver .925 with Hallmark
• Technique: Hand stone setting
• Stone: Fire Opal in iridescent tones
• Design: Minimalist whale tail
• Length: 2.2 cm
• Weight: 1.8 g
• Includes: Pendant only, chain not included
• Hallmark: .925
• Origin: Taxco, Mexico

Small but mighty. This pendant captures the living shape of a whale tail in descent — an image that speaks of freedom, depth, and motion. The fire opal, with its iridescent play of light that shifts with every angle, transforms each wear into a moment of discovery. At just 2.2 centimeters, it's perfect for stringing on a chain of your choice or combining with larger pendants in a meaningful necklace.

Each piece is the result of hand stone setting, a precision craft where the artisan places the stone directly into silver, without press or mold. The fire opal — a stone with pre-Columbian roots — nestles naturally in its bezel. The sterling .925 silver, marked with the hallmark that certifies its purity, anchors the design with substance.

Taxco has been the world capital of silversmithing for 500 years. In every Arte Taxco pendant beats that tradition: patient craft, authentic silver, designs that transcend trends. Your pendant is not disposable — it's a piece we revalue when you decide to let it go. That's the Lifetime Buyback Program: buy with certainty.

Key Benefits

• ✦ Authentic sterling silver .925 with hallmark
• ✦ Iridescent fire opal hand-set in silver
• ✦ Minimalist design, versatile for any style
• ✦ Perfect for stringing on your choice of chain
• ✦ Buyback program up to 35%, no expiration

Ideal for

• 🎁 Building a collection of meaningful pendants
• 💍 Lovers of iridescent and shifting stones
• 👤 Those drawn to the sea and wildlife

Measurements & Shipping

The pendant measures 2.2 cm in length. Sold without chain — choose yours to match your taste (length, weight, material). This gives you complete freedom to personalize. Ships 2-3 business days from purchase.

Lifetime Buyback Program — Your Silver Always Has Value

Buy risk-free. When this pendant is no longer part of your story, we buy it back in store credit, up to 35% of its original value, with no time limit and no expiration. Learn about the Lifetime Buyback Program.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Does it come with a chain?
A: No. Sold as pendant only. You choose the chain that matches your style: sterling, snake, cable, or any other you prefer.

Q: What is fire opal?
A: A stone with internal fire that refracts light in flashes of red, orange, and gold. The iridescent quality means its color shifts subtly depending on the angle of light. It's natural stone, and therefore unique in each piece.

Q: Can I wear this pendant in water?
A: Opal is sensitive to sudden temperature changes and prolonged moisture. Remove it before bathing and avoid chlorine and saltwater. Both damage the opal and the silver.

Do You Have Silver You No Longer Wear?

Old silver, inherited pieces, or damaged jewelry — we buy it back. Email hola@artetaxco.mx with photos and we'll quote you in store credit for your next piece.

Every Taxco pendant is a journey — let this be yours.