{"product_id":"aretes-plata-calendario-azteca-con-opalo-de-fuego-950","title":"Sterling Silver Aztec Calendar Earrings with Fire Opal — .950","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe eternal symbol of the Aztec Calendar, worn as sacred jewelry.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCharacteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Sterling .950 with hallmark\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eTechnique: Combined — casting and hand-setting\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eStone: Fire Opal, deep green tone\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eDesign: Aztec Calendar (Stone of the Sun) in relief\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eWeight: 6 g per pair\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eLength: 3 cm (per pair)\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eClosure: .950 sterling hook\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Taxco, Mexico\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach earring carries the power and eternity of the Aztec Calendar — also known as the Stone of the Sun — engraved in .950 sterling and framed by Fire Opal in deep green. The opal's color captures the sacred fire, transforming an ancestral amulet into a piece worn with purpose. These earrings are substantial and balanced, designed for those who carry history in their jewelry.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e.950 sterling is even purer than .925 — a mark of authenticity backed by the hallmark. The combined technique of casting and hand-setting allows each stone to be placed individually, without machines to replace the artisan's hand. Fire Opal is known as a stone of transformation — according to tradition, it amplifies the wearer's energy. For centuries, Taxco's craftspeople have honored this delicate stone, respecting its fragility while making it shine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTaxco, the world's capital of artisanal silver work for over 500 years, is where this Prehispanic tradition lives in every hammer strike. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/nuestra-historia\"\u003eThe Arte Taxco story\u003c\/a\u003e is the story of craftsmanship that refuses the industrial. Each symbol engraved in these earrings tells a story. No two pairs are exactly alike — the variation is the artisan's signature. The Aztec Calendar you wear is both talisman and connection to the soul of Mexico.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuy risk-free. Your pair always holds value in silver. When it is time to move on, \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/programa-joya-de-por-vida\"\u003ethe Lifetime Buyback Program repurchases up to 35%\u003c\/a\u003e in store credit, with no expiration or surprises.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Sterling .950 authentic with hallmark — highest purity\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Fire Opal green: stone of transformation and energy\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Prehispanic symbol: Aztec Calendar in relief\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Combined technique: casting and hand-setting from Taxco\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Buyback with no expiration up to 35% — your silver always matters\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIdeal for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#127873; Gifts with spiritual and cultural meaning\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128141; Those seeking to honor Aztec tradition\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128100; Special moments that demand presence and weight\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMeasurements and shipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eLength 3 cm, pair of earrings with .950 sterling hook. Sold as a pair only; no chain included (these are earrings, not pendants). Total weight: 6 g. Ships 2-3 business days. \u003cstrong\u003eRequest a custom size in ~2 weeks: \u003ca href=\"mailto:hola@artetaxco.mx\"\u003ehola@artetaxco.mx\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eLifetime Buyback Program — Your silver always matters\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuy risk-free. We buy back your earrings whenever you decide, in store credit up to 35%, no expiration or surprises. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/programa-joya-de-por-vida\"\u003eLearn all about the Lifetime Buyback Program\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is Fire Opal?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: A variety of opal with red, orange, and green hues. It is more delicate than turquoise or onyx — it requires care with heat and dehydration. In green, it captures a rare and highly sought-after tone.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is this technique traditional Taxco craftsmanship?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes. Casting in a mold creates the Aztec Calendar shape, and hand-setting places each stone individually. Each pair may vary slightly — that is the artisan's signature, not a flaw.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How do I care for Fire Opal?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Avoid prolonged direct sunlight, chlorine, and sudden temperature changes. Store the earrings in a dry case. Clean with a soft microfiber cloth — never use ultrasonic cleaners.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo you have silver you no longer wear?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOld silver, inherited pieces, or jewelry from other brands — we buy them back. Write to \u003ca href=\"mailto:hola@artetaxco.mx\"\u003ehola@artetaxco.mx\u003c\/a\u003e with photos and approximate weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEternal symbol in pure silver — once it is gone, it is gone.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arte Taxco","offers":[{"title":"Única","offer_id":51657854189814,"sku":"ATA-EAR-000006217","price":47.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0702\/2552\/7030\/files\/ATA-TEMP-1789582142375-j3356_1.jpg?v=1789582666","url":"https:\/\/www.artetaxcosilver.com\/products\/aretes-plata-calendario-azteca-con-opalo-de-fuego-950","provider":"Arte Taxco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}