Aztec Calendar Pendant Sterling Silver .950 — Fire Opal

The Aztec Calendar around your neck — 500 years of Taxco silversmithing in one piece of Prehispanic power.

Characteristics

• Material: .950 sterling silver with Taxco hallmark
• Technique: Combined — casting and hand setting
• Stone: Fire Opal in blue tones
• Design: Aztec Calendar — symbol of time and cosmos
• Dimensions: Length 3.8 cm × width 2.1 cm
• Weight: 6.1 g
• Chain: NOT included (pendant only)
• Origin: Taxco, Mexico
• Availability: Make-to-order — customizable in ~2 weeks

The Aztec Calendar is more than a symbol — it's a statement of identity, a reminder of the ancestral knowledge that Taxco silversmiths honor in every piece. This 3.8 cm pendant captures the complexity of the Mexica calendar: its concentric rings of glyphs, the face of the Fifth Sun at the center, and the precision of a design that has endured 500 years. The blue Fire Opal set by hand traps light like sacred fire — each angle reveals a different glow, a reminder that this stone, like the culture that inspired the design, is alive.

Crafted in .950 sterling silver — a purity that reflects commitment to quality — this piece combines precision casting with manual stone setting. Every line of the calendar was carved into the mold; every stone was placed individually by hands that understand the craft. The Aztec Calendar is a legacy that connects Taxco to 500 years of silversmithing tradition, where artisans are guardians of techniques that other places have long forgotten.

The blue Fire Opal is no accident: blue was the color of water, of sky, of the divine in Prehispanic cosmology. Its natural play of light enhances the symbolism — no two opals are alike, just as no two moments are alike in the cycle of time the calendar marks.

Buy risk-free with the Lifetime Buyback Program. We repurchase your pendant whenever you decide, up to 35% in store credit, no expiration. Your investment in silver always holds value.

Key benefits

• ✦ .950 sterling silver — superior purity, hypoallergenic
• ✦ Blue Fire Opal hand-set — each stone is one-of-a-kind
• ✦ Prehispanic symbol — power and meaning in every wear
• ✦ Combined Taxco technique — precision casting and handwork
• ✦ Buyback up to 35% with no expiration — your silver always counts

Perfect for

• 🎁 Those who love Prehispanic history and purposeful jewelry
• 💍 Gifts with deep roots and lasting meaning
• 👤 Collectors of Mexican silversmithing tradition

Measurements and shipping

The pendant measures 3.8 cm long × 2.1 cm wide — the size of a large coin, perfect for wearing. Pendant only; chain sold separately. Made-to-order in ~2 weeks. Standard shipping 2-3 business days. For customization or chain recommendations, write hola@artetaxco.mx.

Lifetime Buyback Program — Your Silver Always Has Value

Buy risk-free. We repurchase your pendant whenever you decide, up to 35% in store credit, no expiration or hassle. Learn about the Lifetime Buyback Program.

Frequently asked questions

Q: Does it include a chain?
A: No, pendant only at 3.8 cm. We recommend a 45–50 cm chain for comfortable wear. Email hola@artetaxco.mx for matched sterling chain options.

Q: Why .950 silver instead of .925?
A: .950 purity is characteristic of Taxco — it reflects a historic commitment to quality and tradition. It's also more malleable for the fine detail of the Aztec Calendar.

Q: Is Fire Opal durable?
A: Fire Opal is delicate — avoid impacts, chlorine, and prolonged water. With care, it will last decades. If damaged, you can repurchase through the Lifetime Buyback Program.

Do you have silver you no longer wear?

Old silver, inherited pieces, or jewelry you've outgrown — we buy it back. Email hola@artetaxco.mx with photos and weight, and we'll offer instant buyback value.

The Aztec Calendar lives in Taxco. Wear it with you.