Sterling Silver Pyramid Earrings Chichén Itzá Fire Opal

The majesty of Prehispanic Taxco, in your ears.

Features

• Material: Sterling .950 silver with hallmark
• Technique: Hand stone inlay
• Stone: Blue fire opal
• Design: Chichén Itzá pyramid
• Pair length: 3.5 cm
• Weight: 9.6 g
• Closure: Pressure posts
• Made to order: Yes
• Origin: Taxco, Mexico

These earrings capture the grandeur of one of the world's wonders in miniature. The blue fire opal refracts light as if each ear carries a fragment of sky above the Kukulkán Pyramid. The .950 silver, purer than .925, surrounds the stone with precision: each facet set by hand, without machines to rush the craft. The result is a pair that doesn't go unnoticed — when you move, the iridescent blue of the opal dances across the prehispanic geometry.

Stone inlay is a craft of precision demanding concentration: the artisan places each stone individually, ensuring it rests perfectly in its silver setting. In these earrings, that dedication shows in the immaculate polish and how light plays across every edge. The .950 silver — stamped with the hallmark — is your guarantee of authenticity in Taxco.

Chichén Itzá represents 500 years of legacy before the Conquest, and Taxco continues it: 500 years of artisanal silversmithing that keeps the craft traditions alive. When you wear these earrings, you connect with that continuity — with the hands that made them and the history they carry. The Arte Taxco story is the story of a people who never stopped creating with silver.

Buy risk-free. If one day you decide they're not for you, we buy them back in store credit — no expiration, up to 35%. Your silver always has value.

Key Benefits

• ✦ Authentic .950 sterling silver with hallmark
• ✦ Iridescent blue fire opal
• ✦ Prehispanic design — Chichén Itzá pyramid
• ✦ Hand-inlaid stone, made to order in Taxco
• ✦ Lifetime buyback up to 35%

Perfect For

• 💍 Lovers of prehispanic history
• 👤 Meaningful, lasting gift
• 🎁 Special occasions to shine

Measurements & Shipping

Pair length: 3.5 cm. These earrings speak for themselves — a size that commands presence without overwhelming. Made to order in Taxco; ships 2-3 business days once complete.

Lifetime Buyback Program — Your Silver Always Matters

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: What is fire opal?
A: A variety of opal with blue, green, and iridescent flash. It's more fragile than some stones, so these earrings require care and shouldn't be exposed to constant moisture.

Q: Why .950 silver instead of .925?
A: .950 silver is 95% pure silver, more hypoallergenic and durable. It's the choice for delicate stone inlay pieces like these.

Q: How are the stones placed in the inlay?
A: The artisan forms a bed of silver around each stone with special punches, without soldering — the stone rests held only by the surrounding silver. It's a craft taking hours per pair.

Do You Have Silver You No Longer Wear?

Old silver, inherited pieces, or simply jewelry you've outgrown — we buy it back. Write to hola@artetaxco.mx with photos and approximate weight.

Unique Taxco design — part of our prehispanic collection.