Fire Opal Sterling Silver Earrings — Taxco 950

Fire opal's glow, with every turn of your head.

Features

• Material: Sterling silver .950 with hallmark
• Technique: Hand-set stone inlay
• Gemstone: Multicolor fire opal
• Dimensions: 3 cm long
• Weight: 3.1 g per pair
• Closure: Silver hook wire
• Origin: Taxco, Mexico

Every turn of your head brings the play of colors in fire opal — red, orange, yellow, green, all in one natural stone. At 3 cm, these earrings are large enough to showcase the color pattern, light enough to wear all day without fatigue. Sterling .950 is purer than .925 — an extra layer of authenticity for a stone this special.

The fire opal is hand-set here, stone by stone, in Taxco's tradition. No machine soldering — just the artisan's skill positioning each bead of molten silver around the gem. The stone inlay process is patient work, and that patience shows in the solid, polished finish.

For 500 years, Taxco has been the world capital of artisanal silver. The Arte Taxco story carries that tradition forward — where every stone, every solder seam, every polish respects the patience of the craft. These earrings are born from that heritage.

Key Benefits

• ✦ Sterling .950 — higher purity than .925
• ✦ Multicolor fire opal hand-set in silver
• ✦ 3 cm long — noticeable without being excessive
• ✦ Lightweight for extended wear
• ✦ Buyback no expiration up to 35%

Perfect for

• 🎁 Special occasions and events
• 💍 Meaningful gift for natural stone lovers
• 👤 Anyone seeking artisanal Taxco jewelry

Measurements & Shipping

Length per pair: 3 cm. These earrings are designed to be noticed without overwhelming the face. Ships 2-3 business days. Confirm availability with hola@artetaxco.mx.

Lifetime Buyback Program — Your Silver Always Holds 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 a natural gemstone?
A: Yes. Fire opal is a natural variety with flashes of red, orange, and yellow. Every piece is unique in its color pattern.

Q: Why .950 silver instead of .925?
A: Sterling .950 is purer — 95% fine silver versus 92.5%. For a stone as delicate as opal, we wanted maximum authenticity and durability in the setting.

Q: Can I wear these daily?
A: Yes, but opal is delicate — avoid direct impact, chlorine, and salt water. For daily wear, we recommend extra care. Check our silver jewelry care tips.

Have Old Silver You Don't Wear?

Old, broken, or inherited silver — we buy it back. Email photos to hola@artetaxco.mx and we'll quote you.

Hand-set earrings — once they're gone, they're gone.