Sterling Silver .950 Fire Opal Ring Green Lime — Taxco

The fire of opal, trapped in frames of pure silver.

Features

• Material: Sterling .950 silver with 950 hallmark
• Technique: Stone inlay, hand-set
• Stone: Fire Opal, green-lime tone
• Design: Stepped geometric frames
• Finish: Mirror polish
• Weight: 5.8 g
• Size: 5 (available in this size)
• Origin: Taxco, Mexico

This ring is a celebration of rarity. Fire opal in green-lime is a gem that plays with light, revealing inner flashes with every movement of your hand. No two opals are alike: each is pure geology, millennia of crystallization turned into jewelry. The hand-set bezel that surrounds it—stepped frames of .950 silver—respects the stone's delicacy while holding it as it deserves to be held.

.950 silver is the choice of jewelers who don't negotiate on purity. More pure silver than .925, more malleable, more noble. The 950 hallmark you'll see engraved is not just a seal: it's the promise that what you wear is authentic Mexican craftsmanship. And in Taxco, setting delicate stones by hand is an art passed down through generations. Each stone is placed individually, without machines, with the decision of someone who knows that one mistake wastes the gem.

Taxco has been the world capital of silversmithing for 500 years. Since silver mines were discovered in the 16th century, this city in Guerrero has perfected the craft of transforming silver into stories worn on the skin. The story of Arte Taxco is the story of that tradition brought to the present: respect for the material, honesty in the craft, and pieces that age beautifully because they're made to last.

Buy risk-free. The Lifetime Buyback Program lets you repurchase this ring whenever you decide, up to 35% in store credit, with no expiration. Your .950 silver will always have value at Arte Taxco.

Key benefits

• ✦ Authentic .950 sterling silver, purer than standard
• ✦ Fire opal green-lime, each stone unique
• ✦ Hand-set, no machines or presses
• ✦ Stepped geometric frames, architectural design
• ✦ Buyback with no expiration, up to 35%

Ideal for

• 💍 Anniversaries and moments that matter
• 👤 Someone who values the singularity of each stone
• 🎁 A gift for someone who knows the difference between silver and silver

Sizing & Shipping

This ring ships in size 5. If you need a different size, learn how to measure your ring size. We can resize it or make it to order in ~2 weeks. Standard shipping: 2-3 business days. Contact hola@artetaxco.mx for custom sizing.

Lifetime Buyback Program — Your Silver Always Has Value

Buy risk-free. We repurchase your ring whenever you decide, up to 35% in store credit, no expiration. The percentage decreases gradually but never reaches zero. Learn all about the Lifetime Buyback Program.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Why .950 and not .925?
A: .950 is purer silver, ideal for delicate stones. It's the choice of jewelers who prioritize durability and the nobility of the material.

Q: Does opal scratch easily?
A: Opal is more delicate than other stones. Keep it in a case and avoid impact. It's not a ring for contact activities, but if you care for it, it will last decades.

Q: Can I resize it later?
A: Yes. Email hola@artetaxco.mx">hola@artetaxco.mx with your receipt number and we'll arrange the resize.

Do You Have Silver You No Longer Wear?

Inherited silver, old rings, broken bracelets — everything has value. We buy silver from any source. Send photos to hola@artetaxco.mx and we'll give you a price.

Green-lime fire opal — when this one is gone, there is no other like it.