Fire Opal Stud Earrings — Sterling Silver .950 Taxco

The playful glow of fire opal at your ear.

Characteristics

• Material: Sterling Silver .950 with Hallmark
• Technique: Hand-set stone inlay
• Stone: Natural Fire Opal, green tones
• Measurement: 1.3 cm long per pair
• Weight: 1.1 g (pair)
• Closure: Sterling silver .950 posts and backs
• Origin: Taxco, Mexico

These earrings capture fire opal at its most intimate: small, luminous, with the green tones that make this stone extraordinary. Every stone is set by hand—which means every ray of light that passes through the opal is the result of artisan precision. No two pairs are identical; opal's nature ensures that variation.

Sterling .950 is purer than .925, carrying the official hallmark that certifies it. Hand-setting each stone is an individual decision by the artisan: the pressure, the angle, the patience invested in securing a stone this delicate. Fire opal has been valued in Taxco for generations, especially in pieces that play with light.

Taxco—the world's capital of silversmithing for over 500 years—is where this stone-setting tradition originates. The Arte Taxco story is the story of families who inherit the craft and refine it. These earrings are proof of that living tradition: stone, silver, and knowledge passed hand to hand through generations.

Buy risk-free. Your pair has lasting value. When you decide to let them go, we buy them back in store credit, no expiration, up to 35%. Learn about the Lifetime Buyback Program.

Key Benefits

• ✦ Sterling .950 silver—purer than .925
• ✦ Green fire opal hand-set in silver
• ✦ Small, luminous studs for daily or special wear
• ✦ Each pair unique, natural variations in the stone
• ✦ Buyback up to 35%, no expiration

Ideal For

• 💍 Those who love natural stone glow
• 👤 Gifts that last generations
• 🎁 Special occasions or delicate daily wear

Measurements & Shipping

Length per pair: 1.3 cm. Small, lightweight studs—perfect for elegance without weight. Ships 2-3 business days. Made to order: if you need variation, write hola@artetaxco.mx.

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 fragile?
A: Opal is more delicate than turquoise or onyx. Avoid sudden temperature changes and excess humidity. With care, it lasts for years.

Q: Can I wear these earrings daily?
A: Yes, but remove them for showers, swimming, or sports. Opal appreciates rest.

Q: What's the difference between .950 and .925 silver?
A: .950 is 95% pure silver (vs. 92.5% in .925). It's more durable and requires less maintenance. Ideal for delicate stones.

Have Silver You Don't Wear?

Old silver, heirlooms, unworn pieces—we buy them back. Write hola@artetaxco.mx with photos and weight if you have it.

Unique fire opal studs—when the pair leaves, it takes the light the flame left behind.