{"product_id":"dije-ballena-plata-950-con-opalo-de-fuego-taxco","title":"Whale Pendant Sterling .950 with Fire Opal — Taxco","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eOcean wisdom on your neck — a whale pendant with fire opal that swims between lights.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCharacteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Sterling .950 with Hallmark\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eTechnique: Hand-set stone inlay\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eStone: Multicolor Fire Opal\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eDesign: Whale — symbol of ocean and wisdom\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eLength: 3.7 cm (no chain)\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eWeight: 6.1 g\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eFinish: Polished and detailed\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eHallmark: 950\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Taxco, Mexico\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery whale pendant tells a story of deep waters and connection. At 3.7 cm, it's just the right size to shine without overwhelming — visible around the neck, discreet on the wrist. The hand-set fire opal plays with shades of orange, red, and gold, as if it holds the fire of the deep sea inside. The whale's rounded form, with its textured silver tail and enveloping body, is a three-dimensional geometry that Taxco masters: solid forms that fit in your palm but look monumental when worn.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSterling .950 — purer than .925 — with the \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/certificado-autenticidad-joyas-plata-925\"\u003ehallmark stamped as proof of authenticity\u003c\/a\u003e. The \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/cera-perdida-tecnica-joyeria-taxco\"\u003estone inlay technique\u003c\/a\u003e requires watchmaker's precision: each fire opal is set by hand without machinery, placed by someone who understands that a multicolor stone cannot be rushed. For 500 years in Taxco, silversmiths have understood that the ocean — real or symbolic — demands respect; that's why every detail of this whale breathes authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant: This is the pendant only.\u003c\/strong\u003e It ships without a chain — so you can choose yours, the one that speaks to you most. Many wear it on a fine silver chain; others on leather or fabric. Freedom is part of the design.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTaxco has been the world capital of artisanal silver for 500 years. Every Arte Taxco piece is born from that ancient craft, where the founder, engraver, and stone-setter are living trades. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/nuestra-historia\"\u003eDiscover the Arte Taxco story\u003c\/a\u003e and how each piece backs a community that makes silver the old way.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Authentic .950 sterling with stamped hallmark\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Multicolor Fire Opal hand-set by master craftspeople\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; 3.7 cm — visible size, balanced proportions\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; No chain included — pair with what you love\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Lifetime buyback up to 35% · no expiration\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#127873; Nature lovers and ocean symbol collectors\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128141; Gifts with deep meaning\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128100; Anyone seeking authentic silver without formality\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMeasurements \u0026 Shipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePendant length: 3.7 cm. \u003cstrong\u003eNo chain included\u003c\/strong\u003e — price is for the pendant only. You can add any necklace of your choice or request one at \u003ca href=\"mailto:hola@artetaxco.mx\"\u003ehola@artetaxco.mx\u003c\/a\u003e. Ships within 2-3 business days throughout Mexico and internationally.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eLifetime Buyback Program — Your Silver Always Has Value\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuy risk-free. We buy back your pendant whenever you decide, up to 35% in store credit, no expiration or hassle. \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: Does it come with a chain?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: No, it's the pendant only (3.7 cm). That way you're free to choose or mix with the chain you prefer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How does it look when worn?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: At 3.7 cm long, it's proportional to the neck and visible without being bold. It looks beautiful on necklaces 45–50 cm long.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can the stone break?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Fire opal is delicate with temperature changes. Avoid direct hot water and sudden shifts. With proper care, it lasts for years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo You Have Silver You No Longer Wear?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOld silver, heirlooms, broken pieces — we buy them at fair prices. Email \u003ca href=\"mailto:hola@artetaxco.mx\"\u003ehola@artetaxco.mx\u003c\/a\u003e with photos and measurements.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe wisdom of Taxco, in the shape of a whale — once it's gone, it's gone.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arte Taxco","offers":[{"title":"Única","offer_id":51507641745654,"sku":"ATA-PEN-000005334","price":41.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0702\/2552\/7030\/files\/ATA-TEMP-005334_1.jpg?v=1787620786","url":"https:\/\/www.artetaxcosilver.com\/products\/dije-ballena-plata-950-con-opalo-de-fuego-taxco","provider":"Arte Taxco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}