Fire Opal Sterling Silver Earrings Prehispanic Calendars

The fire of opal in two drops of Taxco silver.

Characteristics

• Material: Sterling .950 with .950 hallmark
• Technique: Hand stone setting
• Stone: Multicolor Fire Opal
• Design: Prehispanic Calendars
• Length per earring: 3 cm
• Total weight: 5.5 g
• Closure: Sterling .950 hook
• Origin: Taxco, Mexico

These earrings capture the essence of fire opal: each stone glows with tones of orange, red, and yellow that shift in the light. The prehispanic calendar design — motifs from Aztec cosmology engraved in silver — speaks to the deep cultural roots of Taxco, a city born from Mesoamerican metalcraft. Every earring is a miniature work of art, where multicolor stone dialogues with the symbolism of ancestral silver.

Hand stone setting is a craft requiring precision: each opal is placed individually, secured without press machines. Sterling .950, purer than .925, amplifies the stone's natural brilliance. The .950 hallmark on the back guarantees authenticity.

Taxco has been the world center of artisanal silver for 500 years. These earrings are the result of a tradition passed from masters to apprentices, preserved in the historic center's workshops. The Arte Taxco story is the story of keeping that craft alive.

Buy risk-free. If you ever decide they're not for you, we buy them back — your silver always holds value. Learn about the Lifetime Buyback Program.

Key benefits

• ✦ Sterling .950 authentic with hallmark — highest purity
• ✦ Multicolor fire opal hand-set
• ✦ Prehispanic calendar design — Aztec cosmology
• ✦ Made to order in Taxco — special commission
• ✦ Buyback without expiration up to 35%

Perfect for

• 🎁 Gifts with cultural meaning
• 💍 Formal occasions and celebrations
• 👤 Lovers of prehispanic jewelry and Taxco craftsmanship

Measurements and shipping

These earrings measure 3 cm in length — the perfect size to be noticed without being heavy. Sold as a pair with .950 silver hooks. Ships 2-3 business days. Made to order: if you'd like a design or material variation, reach out — hola@artetaxco.mx.

Lifetime Buyback Program — Your Silver Always Has Value

Buy risk-free. We buy back your earrings whenever you choose, in store credit, up to 35% due to the stone, with no expiration. Time doesn't diminish their value to us. Learn all about the Lifetime Buyback Program.

Frequently asked questions

Q: What is fire opal?
A: A volcanic gemstone with iron inclusions that makes it glow in orange, red, and yellow tones. Each piece is unique — the color play never repeats.

Q: What do the prehispanic calendars mean?
A: The Aztec Calendar (or Stone of the Sun) is one of Mesoamerica's most powerful symbols: it marks the cosmic cycle and the passage of time. We engrave it in silver as a tribute to Taxco's cultural roots.

Q: Are opals fragile?
A: Opals are delicate. Avoid water, perfume, and chemicals that can crack them. Store in a dry case. With care, they last for years.

Have silver you're not wearing?

Old silver, inherited pieces, or items that don't match your style — we'll buy them back. Send photos to hola@artetaxco.mx and we'll give you a quote.

Earrings of fire and tradition — made to order for you in Taxco.