{"product_id":"dije-plata-prehispanico-con-opalo-de-fuego-taxco-925","title":"Prehispanic Fire Opal Silver Pendant — Taxco .925","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAncient geometry meets living fire: a green fire opal in a pendant that honors 500 years of Taxco silversmithing.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Sterling .925 with hallmark\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eTechnique: Hand-inlaid stone\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eStone: Green Fire Opal\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eLength: 5.3 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eWidth: Approximately 3.2 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eDesign: Prehispanic geometry with central circle\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eWeight: 5.8 g\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eChain not included — pendant only\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eHallmark: .925\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Taxco, Mexico\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis pendant is a window into 500 years of Taxco silver tradition, where master craftsmen pass down ancestral techniques to their apprentices. The green fire opal — with its living brilliance and singular tone — is inlaid by hand into sterling silver, each stone placed individually by artisans who understand the value of patience. It is not mass-cast: it is craft. The prehispanic design echoes Mexica cosmology, where circles and geometric patterns represented cycles, power, and renewal. Wearing this pendant means honoring that continuity — Taxco's legacy as the world capital of artisanal silver, where each chisel mark remains a human decision.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe sterling .925 is authentic, hallmarked to guarantee its purity. The fire opal, with its green refraction and natural veining, is as unique as the person who wears it. Every piece that leaves a Taxco workshop tells a story of mastery; this one is yours.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTaxco is not just a place — it is a legacy. For five centuries, Guerrero's silversmiths have defied gravity, tradition, and fashion to create jewelry that transcends the moment. This pendant proves that commitment endures. When you wear it, you carry the heritage of generations of craftsmen who refused to abandon their craft.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuy risk-free: the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/programa-joya-de-por-vida\"\u003eLifetime Buyback Program\u003c\/a\u003e returns up to 35% in store credit, no expiration. Your silver always has value.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Authentic sterling .925 with hallmark\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Hand-inlaid green Fire Opal\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Unique prehispanic Taxco design\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Perfect size for layering or everyday wear (5.3 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Lifetime buyback up to 35%\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#127873; Lovers of ancestral geometry and authentic silver\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128141; Meaningful, artisan-crafted gifts\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128100; Collectors of ethnic and prehispanic jewelry\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMeasurements \u0026 Shipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe pendant measures 5.3 cm in length — approximately the size of a Mexican 5-peso coin. Width: approximately 3.2 cm. \u003cstrong\u003ePendant only — chain is sold separately.\u003c\/strong\u003e Wear it on a delicate silver chain, leather cord, or any chain you already own. Ships in 2-3 business days. \u003ca href=\"mailto:hola@artetaxco.mx\"\u003eContact us\u003c\/a\u003e if you'd like a chain recommendation or have size questions.\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 all 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, this is the pendant only. You can add a sterling .925 chain or wear it on leather, ribbon, or any chain you prefer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What exactly is Fire Opal?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: A variety of opal prized in jewelry for its natural fire-like glow, typically green and gold. Each stone is unique because it is natural — this one has green with golden veining.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is the stone inlay fragile?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: The stone is securely set, but like all opals, it prefers to avoid sudden temperature changes and prolonged water exposure. Treat it as you would fine jewelry.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo You Have Silver You No Longer Wear?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eHeirloom, old, or simply ready to upgrade — your silver has value. Write to \u003ca href=\"mailto:hola@artetaxco.mx\"\u003ehola@artetaxco.mx\u003c\/a\u003e with photos and we'll tell you what it's worth in buyback credit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA piece of prehispanic craft in Taxco silver — once it's gone, it's gone.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arte Taxco","offers":[{"title":"Única","offer_id":51546593165558,"sku":"ATA-PEN-000005371","price":45.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0702\/2552\/7030\/files\/ATA-TEMP-005371_1.jpg?v=1787678741","url":"https:\/\/www.artetaxco.mx\/en\/products\/dije-plata-prehispanico-con-opalo-de-fuego-taxco-925","provider":"Arte Taxco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}