{"product_id":"dije-prehispanico-plata-opalo-de-fuego-taxco-950","title":"Prehispanic Pendant Silver Opal of Fire — Taxco .950","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePrehispanic cosmology around your neck: ancestral symbol, Taxco silver.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eMaterial: .950 silver with hallmark, hypoallergenic\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eTechnique: Combined — lost-wax casting and hand-set stone\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eStone: Opal of Fire, green\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eDimensions: Length 3 cm × width 2 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eWeight: 6.7 g\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eChain: Not included (pendant only)\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eFinish: Polished with visible settings\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Taxco, Mexico\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis pendant captures the geometry and spirit of Prehispanic cosmology: a medallion with Aztec calendar pattern in high relief, bordered with green opal mosaic that catches warm light. The center is a labyrinth of carved symbols; the rim, a succession of square-set stones, each one place by hand. It is not a fashion ornament — it is a portal to five centuries of Taxco, where silversmiths continue the tradition of translating sacred geometry into sterling.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe combined technique of Taxco unites two crafts: lost-wax casting, which defines form and symbols in relief with watchmaking precision, and hand-setting, where each fragment of opal of fire is fixed individually without press or machine. Green opal is the stone of protection and calm in tradition; here, each warm flash of fire captures light with singular character. \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/news\/cera-perdida-tecnica-joyeria-taxco\"\u003eLost-wax technique\u003c\/a\u003e is prehispanic heritage: the Mexica knew it; Taxco perfected it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTaxco did not invent silverwork. It inherited it across five centuries of mining and craft: from the colonial era, when Guerrero's silver reached these volcanoes, to today, when the Arte Taxco studio continues that chain. Every prehispanic pendant is an act of continuity — not nostalgic imitation, but confirmation that geometry and symbol matter, that pure silver matters, and that human hands remain irreplaceable. \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/nuestra-historia\"\u003eThe Arte Taxco story is the Taxco story\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis pendant measures 3 × 2 cm: the size of a 2-peso coin, noticeable presence at the neck without overwhelming. Sold as the stone only — the chain is your choice (silver, leather, cord). Buy risk-free: if you ever change your mind, \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/programa-joya-de-por-vida\"\u003ethe Lifetime Buyback Program\u003c\/a\u003e repurchases your pendant up to 35% in store credit, no expiration.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Authentic .950 silver with certified hallmark\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Combined technique: precision casting + hand-set stone\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Opal of Fire green, stone of unique character\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Compact size (3 × 2 cm) — wearable as talisman\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Buyback up to 35% in store credit, no expiration\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIdeal for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#127873; Lovers of prehispanic cosmology\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128141; Gifts with history and meaning\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128100; Collectors of Taxco jewelry\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMeasurements and Shipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eLength 3 cm × width 2 cm · \u003cstrong\u003ePrice is for the pendant only; chain sold separately\u003c\/strong\u003e (choose your own or email \u003ca href=\"mailto:hola@artetaxco.mx\"\u003ehola@artetaxco.mx\u003c\/a\u003e for sterling chain recommendations). Ships in 2-3 business days.\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, in store credit, up to 35% (no expiration). You don't need a receipt: your certificate number is enough. \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 include a chain?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: No. The price is for the pendant only. We recommend a .925 silver chain, 45–50 cm. Write us if you need guidance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is the combined technique?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: We unite precision casting (form and carved symbols) with hand-setting (each stone placed by hand). It is Taxco tradition: solid design, pure craftsmanship finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is the green opal of fire natural?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes, it is opal of fire with green tonalities. Each piece has unique variation. If you have questions about origin before purchasing, write \u003ca href=\"mailto:hola@artetaxco.mx\"\u003ehola@artetaxco.mx\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo You Have Silver You No Longer Wear?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOld silver, inherited pieces, or pendants from other brands — we buy them back. Send photos to \u003ca href=\"mailto:hola@artetaxco.mx\"\u003ehola@artetaxco.mx\u003c\/a\u003e and we offer you value instantly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrehispanic pendant in pure Taxco silver — once it's gone, it's gone.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arte Taxco","offers":[{"title":"Única","offer_id":51609556549878,"sku":"ATA-PEN-000006023","price":45.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0702\/2552\/7030\/files\/ATA-TEMP-006023_1.jpg?v=1789083109","url":"https:\/\/www.artetaxco.mx\/en\/products\/dije-prehispanico-plata-opalo-de-fuego-taxco-950","provider":"Arte Taxco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}