Opal of Fire Silver Pendant Aztec Calendar — Taxco .950

The Aztec Calendar in silver and fire — a Prehispanic pendant rooted in 500 years of Taxco craftsmanship.

Characteristics

• Material: Sterling .950 with 950 Hallmark
• Technique: Combined — hand-setting + openwork
• Stone: Fire Opal, sky-blue tone
• Measurements: 3 cm long × 2 cm wide
• Weight: 8.1 g
• Includes: Pendant only, chain not included
• Finish: Polished with textured details
• Design: Inspired by Prehispanic motifs
• Origin: Taxco, Mexico

This Prehispanic pendant captures the energy of the Aztec Calendar in miniature: every thread of the hand-woven mandala reflects the care of a craft that Taxco has honored for five centuries. The Fire Opal, with its unique sky-blue tone, hangs like a mystical window — each piece varies in hue because nature never repeats. At just over 3 centimeters, it pairs with any chain you already own, or serves as the centerpiece for a personalized necklace in your chosen length.

The combined technique visible in these photos is hand-setting — the stone placed piece by piece, without press or machine — paired with Prehispanic openwork that forms the mandala backdrop. Fire Opal is a delicate stone, and so its setting receives special care: each point of silver holds the gem with gentleness. The 950 Hallmark (authentic silver mark) guarantees superior purity, ideal for sensitive skin.

Taxco has been the world capital of artisanal silver for 500 years. When you buy from Arte Taxco, you're supporting living craft — jewelers who inherited their technique from generation to generation. Learn the story of Arte Taxco and why origin matters.

Buy risk-free. Our Lifetime Buyback Program lets you sell back this pendant whenever you choose, in store credit, up to 35% with no expiration. Your silver always holds value.

Key Benefits

• ✦ Authentic .950 sterling silver with hallmark
• ✦ Sky-blue Fire Opal — natural stone, unique in each piece
• ✦ Hand-set: every point is craft precision
• ✦ Prehispanic design — Aztec Calendar in miniature
• ✦ Lifetime buyback up to 35%

Perfect For

• 💍 Those who honor Prehispanic heritage
• 👤 Meaningful, spiritually grounded gifts
• 🎁 Fire Opal collectors

Measurements & Shipping

3 cm long × 2 cm wide. Important: this price is for the pendant only, without chain. You can use any chain you already own or select one from our store. Ships 2-3 business days.

Lifetime Buyback Program — Your Silver Always Has Worth

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Does it include a chain?
A: No, this price is for the pendant alone. The chain is separate so you can personalize your necklace. Contact us at hola@artetaxco.mx for chain length guidance.

Q: Is the Fire Opal natural?
A: Yes, natural stone. Each piece varies in sky-blue tone — that's what makes it unique. It's more delicate than other stones, so avoid impacts and hot water.

Q: What is the combined technique?
A: Hand-setting (each silver point secures the stone without machinery) plus Prehispanic openwork forming the mandala back. Hours of craft in every pendant.

Do You Have Silver You No Longer Wear?

Old silver, broken pendants, or heirlooms — we buy it back. Email hola@artetaxco.mx with photos.

One-of-a-kind Prehispanic pendant, hand-crafted in Taxco — wear it with the chain of your choice.