{"product_id":"dije-plata-prehispanico-con-opalo-de-fuego-rosa","title":"Prehispanic Silver Pendant with Pink Fire Opal — Taxco","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe wheel of Aztec time on your chest — each shift of light on the opal is one-of-a-kind.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCharacteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Silver .950 with hallmark\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eTechnique: Combined (filigree, stone setting and granulation)\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eStone: Pink Fire Opal\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eDesign: Prehispanic calendar medallion\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eMeasurements: 3.5 cm long × 2.5 cm wide\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eChain: Not included (pendant only)\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eWeight: 7.7 g\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Taxco, Mexico\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis pendant captures the most recognized symbol of Aztec cosmology — the 52-year calendar wheel — in .950 silver and surrounded by pink fire opal that radiates warm tones with every movement. At 3.5 × 2.5 cm, it's striking when worn without overwhelming, an amulet that tells stories. Each facet combines ancestral techniques: fine filigree threads frame the central medallion, while granulation in solid silver adds depth and visual movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTaxco silver .950 with its hallmark is the guarantee of authenticity. Here, the pink fire opal is the star: a volcanic stone that captures light in unpredictable ways — pink today, red and gold tomorrow. The hand-set stone protects each edge of the opal, letting it breathe. The combined techniques (\u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/news\/filigrana-plata-taxco\"\u003efiligree\u003c\/a\u003e, granulation and stone setting) transform this pendant into a miniature work of art — no machines, only the pulse of Taxco's craft.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor 500 years, Taxco has been the world capital of artisanal silversmithing. The Aztec calendar here is not decoration — it's a connection to a tradition that survived centuries and renews itself in every piece. \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/nuestra-historia\"\u003eThe Arte Taxco story\u003c\/a\u003e is the story of this preserved craft. This pendant, with its .950 silver and combined techniques, bears witness to that heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuy risk-free. We buy back your pendant whenever you decide, up to 35% in store credit, no expiration. \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/programa-joya-de-por-vida\"\u003eLearn about the Lifetime Buyback Program\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Authentic .950 silver with hallmark\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Pink Fire Opal: volcanic stone with unique light play\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Prehispanic calendar — symbol of Aztec power\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Combined techniques: filigree, granulation and hand setting\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Buyback with no expiration up to 35%\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#127873; Those seeking connection to prehispanic history\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128141; Meaningful, purposeful gifts\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128100; Collectors of Taxco jewelry\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMeasurements \u0026 Shipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis pendant is \u003cstrong\u003e3.5 cm long × 2.5 cm wide\u003c\/strong\u003e — the size of a large coin, visible and present on the chest. \u003cstrong\u003ePendant only — chain not included\u003c\/strong\u003e — so you can choose the style that suits you best (figaro, filigree, cord, etc.). Ships 2-3 business days. Also available as a custom order in other stones — write to \u003ca href=\"mailto:hola@artetaxco.mx\"\u003ehola@artetaxco.mx\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eLifetime Buyback Program — Your Silver Always Has Value\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuy risk-free. We buy back your pendant whenever you decide, up to 35% in store credit, no expiration. \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/programa-joya-de-por-vida\"\u003eLearn about the Lifetime Buyback Program\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does it come with a chain?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: No. The price is for the solid pendant only. You can choose your own chain — figaro, filigree, cord — let us know if you'd like recommendations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What are combined techniques?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: This pendant uses three techniques at once: \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/news\/filigrana-plata-taxco\"\u003efiligree\u003c\/a\u003e (twisted threads), granulation (soldered silver spheres) and hand stone setting. Each one demands hours of craft.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is fire opal durable?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Opal is more delicate than other stones — avoid direct impact and don't soak in hot water. With care, it lasts for years. If it cracks, we can reset it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo You Have Silver You No Longer Wear?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOld, inherited, or damaged silver — we buy it back. Send us photos at \u003ca href=\"mailto:hola@artetaxco.mx\"\u003ehola@artetaxco.mx\u003c\/a\u003e and we'll tell you the buyback value.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA symbol of 500 years of silversmithing — this pendant is yours forever, even after you buy it.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arte Taxco","offers":[{"title":"Única","offer_id":51613542613238,"sku":"ATA-PEN-000006056","price":52.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0702\/2552\/7030\/files\/ATA-TEMP-006056_1.jpg?v=1789171427","url":"https:\/\/www.artetaxco.mx\/en\/products\/dije-plata-prehispanico-con-opalo-de-fuego-rosa","provider":"Arte Taxco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}