Turtle Earrings Fire Opal Green Sterling Silver .925

The turtle of Taxco — ancient symbol of protection, close to your ear.

Features

• Material: Sterling .925 with hallmark
• Technique: Hand-set stone inlay
• Stone: Green fire opal
• Design: Turtle motif
• Length per pair: 3.4 cm
• Weight: 1.76 g
• Closure: Sterling silver hook
• Origin: Taxco, Mexico

These earrings capture the spirit of the shell in a sterling turtle — an ancestral symbol of protection and longevity. The green fire opal crowns the carapace with translucent fire that seems to guard quiet waters. At 3.4 cm long, they strike the perfect balance: complete a look, yet never overwhelm — elegant and present.

Each piece is hand-set in .925 sterling with hallmark, confirming authenticity. The hand-setting work demands millimeter precision: the stone must be secure without pressure that might crack it, and the polished silver bezel reflects the opal's natural light. Lost-wax casting, Taxco's signature technique, allows the artisan to create three-dimensional details — the flippers, the head — impossible in stamping or simple repoussé.

Taxco: 500 years as the world's capital of handcrafted silver. Since the colonial era, Guerrero's silversmiths have been custodians of the craft — refining inherited techniques, innovating in design, backing every piece with the hallmark that certifies authenticity. The Art Taxco story is that tradition in your hands.

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

Key Benefits

• ✦ Authentic sterling .925 with hallmark certification
• ✦ Green fire opal hand-set in silver
• ✦ Turtle design — ancient symbol of protection
• ✦ 3.4 cm long — balanced for everyday wear
• ✦ Lifetime buyback up to 35%, no expiration

Best For

• 🎁 Gifts with meaning and heritage
• 💍 Collectors of Taxco silver jewelry
• 👤 Fire opal lovers

Measurements & Shipping

Total length per pair: 3.4 cm (includes hook). Fire opal is natural stone — each pair varies slightly in tone and iridescence, making every earring unique. Ships 2-3 business days.

Lifetime Buyback Program — Your Silver Always Has Value

Buy with confidence. We buy back your earrings whenever you wish, in store credit up to 35%, no expiration or hassle. Learn all the details of the Lifetime Program.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is fire opal?
A: A variety of opal with green, orange, and red iridescence. Ours is deep green. It's a natural stone and delicate — avoid direct blows and very dry environments.

Q: Can I order custom?
A: Yes, this piece is made to order. Email hola@artetaxco.mx for personalization — motif, size, alternative stone.

Q: How is the stone set?
A: By hand, with a silver bezel that wraps the stone. Every setting is checked before shipment to ensure the stone is secure and won't fall.

Have Silver You Don't Wear?

Inherited, old, or simply not your style anymore — we buy it back. Email hola@artetaxco.mx with photos and get an instant offer.

Taxco earrings — jewelry that grows with the one who wears it.