Sterling Silver Fire Opal Earrings — Taxco .950

The glow of fire opal captured in the purest silver of Taxco.

Characteristics

• Material: Sterling .950 with Hallmark
• Technique: Hand stone setting
• Stone: Fire opal, deep red
• Design: Openwork with volume
• Pair length: 4.1 cm
• Weight: 2.6 g
• Closure: Sterling silver hook
• Origin: Taxco, Mexico

These earrings showcase the play of light in deep red fire opal, each stone set one by one into sterling .950 silver. The openwork design creates dimension without weight, allowing light to pass through the oval forms and reveal the stone's inner fire. Because opal is a natural gemstone, no two pairs are identical — the pattern and color of each piece is one of a kind.

Sterling .950 is the highest purity in jewelry — 95% pure silver, reinforced with copper for durability and strength. The .950 hallmark certifies authenticity and weight. Hand-setting means each stone was placed individually, without mechanical pressure, respecting the opal's delicate nature. It is the hallmark of Taxco's craft.

For 500 years, Taxco has been the world capital of artisanal silver work. Every piece from Arte Taxco is born from that tradition: inherited mastery, techniques passed down through generations, and a promise that your silver is always authentic. Learn the story of Arte Taxco.

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

Key Benefits

• ✦ Sterling .950, the highest purity in jewelry
• ✦ Red fire opal with unique play of light
• ✦ Hand-set stone, piece by piece
• ✦ Lightweight openwork design
• ✦ Buyback up to 35%, no expiration

Perfect For

• 🎁 Special occasions and formal events
• 💍 Anyone who loves living stones and color play
• 👤 Collectors of artisanal silver jewelry

Measurements and Shipping

Pair length: 4.1 cm. Sterling .950 hook closure. Ships in 2-3 business days to Mexico and the USA. For custom sizing, contact hola@artetaxco.mx.

Lifetime Buyback Program — Your Silver Always Has Value

Buy risk-free. We buy back your earrings whenever you decide, in store credit up to 35%, no expiration. Silver always holds worth. Learn all the details of the Program.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is fire opal?
A: A variety of opal known for intense red and orange flashes. Each stone is unique due to its natural color pattern. It is delicate — protect it from impacts and sudden temperature changes.

Q: How is fire opal hand-set in silver?
A: The artisan places the stone in the silver bezel, carefully adjusts the metal around it without mechanical pressure, and polishes with care. It takes hours per piece and ensures the opal is never stressed.

Q: Can I swim or shower with these earrings?
A: We don't recommend swimming, showering, or soaking. Opal can absorb water and shift in color. Remove them before water activities.

Do You Have Silver You No Longer Wear?

Old silver, inherited pieces, or anything you no longer use — we buy it back. Write to hola@artetaxco.mx with photos and details.

Fire opal earrings, hand-set in Taxco silver — when they're gone, there are no others like them.