{"product_id":"dije-tortuga-plata-925-con-opalo-de-fuego","title":"Turtle Pendant Sterling Silver with Fire Opal","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe ancestral wisdom of Taxco in the form of a turtle, carrying the fire of the Opal in its shell.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCharacteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Sterling .925 with Hallmark\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eTechnique: Stone inlay set by hand\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eStone: Fire Opal, sky blue tone\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eDesign: Turtle with dimensional body\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eLength: 4 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eWidth (shell): Approximately 2.5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eChain: Not included (pendant only)\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eWeight: 6.6 g\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eHallmark: 925\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Taxco, Mexico\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eA pendant that tells stories. The turtle, symbol of patience and protection in Prehispanic cosmology, comes to life in Taxco sterling .925. Its shell holds a Fire Opal in sky-blue tone — a stone that captures light like few others, with green and blue flashes that shift with every movement. Each facet of the opal was set by hand, without press or machine, in work that respects both the fragility of the stone and the precision of silversmithing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eStone inlay is one of the great crafts of Taxco. It is not simply placing a gemstone: it is understanding how silver embraces the stone without crushing it, how light enters and exits through every angle. The artisans who master this technique inherit decades of practice — each chisel stroke, each adjustment of the setting, determines whether the piece will last generations or be lost at the first blow. The authenticity of your pendant lies in the fact that each stone is placed individually, with care.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTaxco has been building this legacy for 500 years. Silver is no accident here: it is the reason the entire world seeks jewelry from this region. Your pendant comes from that tradition, from workshops where the turtle is seen as a symbol of eternity, not just a form. \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/nuestra-historia\"\u003eThe Art of Taxco story\u003c\/a\u003e is woven into every piece that leaves Guerrero.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuy risk-free. If you decide to change your style, your silver always has value. The \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/programa-joya-de-por-vida\"\u003eLifetime Buyback Program\u003c\/a\u003e buys your pendant back up to 35% in store credit, with no expiration date.\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; Sky blue Fire Opal hand-set in stone\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Prehispanic symbol of protection and wisdom\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Perfect everyday size: 4 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Buyback with no expiration up to 35%\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#127873; Gifts with spiritual meaning\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128141; Lovers of Prehispanic symbols\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128100; Fire Opal and sterling silver enthusiasts\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMeasurements and Shipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe pendant is 4 cm long (slightly wider than a peso coin). \u003cstrong\u003eChain is not included — pendant only.\u003c\/strong\u003e You can use it with any silver chain you own, or choose one from our catalog. Ships 2-3 business days. Custom made available: \u003ca href=\"mailto:hola@artetaxco.mx\"\u003econtact us\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eLifetime Buyback Program — Your Silver Always Matters\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuy risk-free. We buy back your pendant whenever you decide, up to 35% in store credit, with no expiration or paperwork. \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 pendant only. You can use a chain you already own or purchase one separately. It is more flexible and economical.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is Fire Opal?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: A semi-precious stone with green, blue, and yellow flashes of light. It is not a diamond, but its play of light is unique. It is more delicate than quartz, so avoid impacts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is the inlay really hand-set?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes. Each stone is set individually with chisel tools. No press or machinery. That is why stone inlay work is so valued in Taxco.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo You Have Silver You No Longer Wear?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOld, inherited, or vintage jewelry — we buy it back. Send photos to \u003ca href=\"mailto:hola@artetaxco.mx\"\u003ehola@artetaxco.mx\u003c\/a\u003e and we will make you an offer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSilver turtle with Fire Opal — once it is gone, it is gone.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arte Taxco","offers":[{"title":"Única","offer_id":51507198427382,"sku":"ATA-PEN-000005322","price":45.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0702\/2552\/7030\/files\/ATA-TEMP-005322_1.jpg?v=1787598696","url":"https:\/\/www.artetaxco.mx\/en\/products\/dije-tortuga-plata-925-con-opalo-de-fuego","provider":"Arte Taxco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}