Fire Opal Sterling Silver Earrings — Taxco .925

The fire of opal in every movement.

Characteristics

• Material: Sterling .925 with hallmark
• Technique: Hand-set stone
• Stone: Multicolor Fire Opal
• Length per pair: 2 cm
• Weight: 1.6 g (pair)
• Closure: Sterling silver hook
• Origin: Taxco, Mexico

These earrings bring the spectacle of fire opal — that dance of reds, greens, and golds that appears when light touches the stone. They're small (2 cm long), perfect for those who want presence without weight. Each stone was hand-set in sterling .925, meaning the artisan placed and secured each gem individually, bending the silver around it. No press, no mold — just craft.

The sterling .925 with its hallmark (proof of authenticity) guarantees purity. Fire opal is a one-of-a-kind stone — no two share the same color pattern. These are the kind of earrings that start conversations: people ask what they are, where they came from. And the answer is always: from Taxco, Mexico, where for 500 years silversmiths have mastered the art of setting stone in silver. The Arte Taxco story is the story of this tradition.

They're light (only 1.6 g per pair), so they sit well on any ear. But they're not fragile — the silver is solid, and the hand-set stone is as secure as it would have been a hundred years ago. Perfect as a gift, for a special occasion, or for that day when you decide your silver deserves to come alive.

Key Benefits

• ✦ Authentic sterling .925 with visible hallmark
• ✦ Fire opal with one-of-a-kind color play
• ✦ Hand-set by hand — each stone placed with precision
• ✦ Lightweight, comfortable for extended wear
• ✦ Lifetime buyback up to 35%, no expiration

Perfect For

• 🎁 Gifts with a story
• 💍 Special occasions where detail shows
• 👤 Collectors of stones with character

Measurements & Shipping

Length per pair: 2 cm (from hook to tip of stone). Earrings arrive ready to wear with sterling silver hooks. Ships in 2-3 business days to anywhere in Mexico and the United States.

Lifetime Buyback Program — Your Silver Always Has Value

Buy risk-free. We buy back your earrings whenever you decide, up to 35% in store credit, no expiration. Learn about the Lifetime Buyback Program.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is fire opal durable?
A: Opal is more delicate than diamond or sapphire, but with care (avoid impacts, saltwater, and chlorine) it lasts for years. It's a collector's stone, not for extreme wear.

Q: Can I wear these earrings daily?
A: Yes, but we recommend storing them in a case when you're not wearing them. Opal appreciates rest. They're best for special occasions or moderate use.

Q: What does hand-set mean?
A: The artisan places the stone in the silver setting and bends the silver around it manually, without machines. Each stone receives individual attention — that's why no two are alike.

Do you have silver you no longer wear?

Old silver, inherited pieces, or anything you want to trade — we buy it back. Write to hola@artetaxco.mx with photos of front and back, and tell us what you have.

Fire opal earrings, hand-set in Taxco — when they're gone, they're gone.