Aztec Calendar Pendant Sterling Silver .950 with Fire Opal — Taxco

Wear the wisdom of Mesoamerica — the Aztec Calendar on your chest.

Characteristics

• Material: Sterling .950 silver with official hallmark
• Technique: Hand stone inlay
• Stone: Fire Opal, olive-green
• Design: Aztec Calendar (Stone of the Sun)
• Pendant length: 3.8 cm
• Weight: 6.01 g
• Chain not included (pendant only)
• Origin: Taxco, Mexico

The Aztec Calendar, also known as the Stone of the Sun, is one of the most recognizable symbols of pre-Hispanic cosmology. This 3.8 cm pendant captures the intricate design in pure .950 silver — each concentric circle engraved with precision — and highlights it with an olive-green fire opal that shimmers with the characteristic iridescence of this gemstone. The stone is hand-set at the circular base, revealing the artisanal craftsmanship of Taxco in every detail.

Crafted in .950 silver, the highest purity in authentic silver jewelry, bearing the official Mexican hallmark. Stone inlay is one of Taxco's traditional techniques: each stone is placed and secured by hand, without press or machine, ensuring the fire opal sits perfectly in its setting. A piece that is more than jewelry — it is a connection to 500 years of silver craftsmanship and millennia of ancestral wisdom.

Taxco has been the world capital of artisanal silver for five centuries. The Arte Taxco story is the story of silversmiths who honor pre-Hispanic symbols — not as ornament, but as legacy. This Aztec Calendar is born from that tradition: pure silver, artisan hand, and profound respect for what it represents.

Buy risk-free. When you decide you no longer wear it, we buy back your pendant in store credit, no expiration. Learn about the Lifetime Buyback Program — your silver always has value.

Key Benefits

• ✦ .950 sterling silver — maximum purity
• ✦ Olive-green fire opal, hand-set
• ✦ Ancient Aztec Calendar symbol
• ✦ Perfect gift with depth and meaning
• ✦ Buyback with no expiration, up to 35%

Ideal for

• 🎁 Those who honor pre-Hispanic wisdom
• 💍 Gifts with profound meaning
• 👤 Lovers of jewelry with history

Dimensions & Shipping

The pendant measures 3.8 cm long — generously sized, visible and present without overwhelming. Chain not included: the price is for the pendant only. If you need a silver chain to go with it, write to hola@artetaxco.mx and we'll guide you. Ships in 2-3 business days.

Lifetime Buyback Program — Your Silver Always Has Value

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Does it come with a chain?
A: No. The pendant is sold alone. You can use any silver chain you own, or request one from us — email hola@artetaxco.mx for guidance.

Q: Can fire opal scratch easily?
A: Fire opal is more delicate than most gemstones. Avoid impacts, prolonged water exposure, and sudden temperature changes. With care, it lasts for years.

Q: What does the Aztec Calendar symbolize?
A: It is the Stone of the Sun — a symbol of the cycle of time, cosmic balance, and ancestral wisdom. Each circle represents a period in Mexica cosmology.

Do You Have Silver You No Longer Wear?

Inherited pieces, old gifts, or silver that no longer speaks to you — we buy it back. Send photos to hola@artetaxco.mx and we'll quote you, no obligation.

A piece in .950 silver with natural fire opal — when it's gone, it's gone.