Sea Turtle Pendant in Sterling Silver 950 with Blue Opal

The sea turtle — guardian of the ocean — now rests on your chest in .950 silver.

Features

• Material: Sterling Silver .950 with certified hallmark
• Technique: Hand-set opal engastement
• Stone: Fire Opal, blue
• Design: Sea turtle in relief
• Weight: 9.29 g
• Measurements: 4.2 cm long
• Chain: NOT included — pendant only
• Origin: Custom-made in Taxco, Mexico

This sea turtle is far more than an ornament — it is a talisman of protection and safe travels, carved in .950 silver that shines with the weight of Taxco's silversmithing legacy. The blue fire opal hand-set at its center captures the essence of the ocean itself — each reflection unique, like the waves. The stone is not merely glued on; it is placed individually with the precision of a craft that has defined Taxco for five centuries. The relief of the shell, detailed in fine granulation, speaks to the hours of labor required to polish silver to this level.

.950 silver is purer than .925 — the choice of those who seek a piece to last generations. With its certified hallmark, you know what you hold is authentic: certificate of authenticity included. The blue fire opal is a living stone: its colors shift with light, reflecting deep ocean blue in daylight and iridescent flashes in shadow.

Taxco is the world capital of artisanal silversmithing — 500 years of families passing down techniques from father to son, master to apprentice. Every piece leaving Taxco carries that weight of tradition, that reverence for silver and stone. The Arte Taxco story is one of continuity: honest craftsmanship in a world of shortcuts.

Buy this pendant risk-free. If one day you decide it is no longer for you, Arte Taxco buys it back — its silver is worth up to 35% in store credit, no expiration, through the Lifetime Buyback Program. Your investment in silver never loses value.

Key Benefits

• ✦ .950 sterling silver — purer than .925
• ✦ Blue fire opal hand-set by artisans
• ✦ Symbol of protection and safe voyage
• ✦ Custom-made in Taxco — one of a kind
• ✦ Buyback up to 35% with no expiration

Perfect For

• 🎁 Gifts with meaning and spiritual protection
• 💍 Ocean and nature lovers
• 👤 Collectors of Taxco artisanal silverware

Measurements and Shipping

The pendant measures 4.2 cm long — the size of a large coin, perfect on any chain. Important: sold as pendant ONLY, without a chain. You can use your existing chain or purchase one separately. Ships 2-3 business days. Custom-made in ~2 weeks: hola@artetaxco.mx

Lifetime Buyback Program — Your Silver Always Has Value

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Does the pendant come with a chain?
A: No, it is sold as the pendant only, 4.2 cm long. Any compatible chain will work — you have the freedom to choose the length and style you prefer.

Q: Is this authentic fire opal?
A: Yes, hand-set by master artisans. The blue fire opal is natural stone with unique colors that shift with the light. See our certificate of authenticity for more details.

Q: What does the sea turtle symbol mean?
A: In many cultures, the turtle represents protection, longevity, and safe passage. It is the guardian of the ocean — a metaphor for quiet strength.

Do You Have Silver You No Longer Wear?

Old silver, heirlooms, or pieces from other makers — Arte Taxco buys them back. Send photos to hola@artetaxco.mx with details: purity, weight, condition.

Sea turtle in .950 silver — when it is gone, it is gone. Custom-made in Taxco.