{"product_id":"dije-calendario-azteca-plata-950-opalo-de-fuego-taxco","title":"Aztec Calendar Pendant Sterling Silver .950 Opal — Taxco","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Aztec Calendar on your chest — five centuries of silversmithing in one piece charged with power.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Sterling .950 with hallmark\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eTechnique: Combined — hand setting and casting\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eStone: Multi-color Fire Opal\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eDesign: Aztec Calendar — pre-Hispanic symbol\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eWeight: 7.8 g\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eMeasurements: 3 cm long × 2 cm wide\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eChain: NOT included (pendant only)\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eHallmark: .950\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Taxco, Mexico\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Aztec Calendar is more than a symbol — it is cosmology made stone. This pendant brings together 500 years of Taxco's silversmithing tradition with the pre-Hispanic art that defines Mexico. The fire opal that gleams at the center, in shades of orange, red, and green, creates an effect of sacred fire, as if the stone remembers ancient rituals. At 3 cm long, it is a delicate yet bold presence on the chest — the perfect size to carry meaning without overwhelming.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach pendant is worked with combined technique: the .950 fine silver is cast with precision, then the opal is hand-set, stone by stone. In Taxco, this labor demands patience — not a quick task, but an act of respect for the craft. The .950 hallmark certifies the authenticity of the silver and adds weight and durability; this purity is finer than .925 and yields a whiter, more noble finish. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/certificado-autenticidad-joyas-plata-925\"\u003eEach piece can be accompanied by a certificate of authenticity\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTaxco has been the world capital of artisanal silver for over 500 years. When you buy a pendant from Arte Taxco, you are not just buying a piece — you are buying the continuity of a craft that has survived wars, fashions, and time. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/nuestra-historia\"\u003eThe Arte Taxco story\u003c\/a\u003e is the story of silversmithing families who inherit techniques, not machines. The Aztec Calendar in this pendant speaks to that legacy: a bridge between pre-Hispanic cosmology and contemporary mastery.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuy risk-free. If ever you decide this pendant is not for you — changes in style, life, preference — \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/programa-joya-de-por-vida\"\u003ethe Lifetime Buyback Program\u003c\/a\u003e buys it back up to 35% in store credit, no expiration. Your silver always holds value.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Authentic .950 sterling silver with hallmark — purer than .925\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Multi-color Fire Opal hand-set in Taxco\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Aztec Calendar — symbol of power, eternity, and pre-Hispanic cosmology\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Pendant only, no chain — customize your length\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Lifetime buyback up to 35% — buy risk-free\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#127873; Gifts with cultural and spiritual meaning\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128141; Lovers of pre-Hispanic art and artisanal jewelry\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128100; Anyone seeking to connect with Taxco's heritage\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMeasurements \u0026 Shipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe pendant measures \u003cstrong\u003e3 cm long × 2 cm wide\u003c\/strong\u003e — a versatile size that looks striking on any chain, from short necklaces at the neck to longer chains at the chest. \u003cstrong\u003eImportant: this price is for the pendant alone, without chain.\u003c\/strong\u003e You can pair it with any silver chain you already own or purchase separately. Ships 2-3 business days to Mexico and worldwide. For custom chains or questions: \u003ca href=\"mailto:hola@artetaxco.mx\"\u003ehola@artetaxco.mx\u003c\/a\u003e\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, in store credit, up to 35% with no expiration. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/programa-joya-de-por-vida\"\u003eLearn 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, this is the pendant only. This lets you choose the chain that best matches your style — long, short, thick, or delicate. Write us for recommendations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Why fire opal and not another stone?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Fire opal, with its orange, red, and green hues, echoes the sacred fire of Aztec cosmology. It is the stone that best dialogues with the Calendar's meaning.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How do I know the silver is .950?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: The hallmark certifies the purity. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/certificado-autenticidad-joyas-plata-925\"\u003eYou can request a certificate of authenticity\u003c\/a\u003e with your purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo You Have Silver You No Longer Wear?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eInherited, old, or simply forgotten — we buy it back. Send photos to \u003ca href=\"mailto:hola@artetaxco.mx\"\u003ehola@artetaxco.mx\u003c\/a\u003e with the approximate weight and we'll be in touch.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Aztec Calendar in silver — when it is gone, it is gone. Handcrafted in Taxco for those who respect the craft.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arte Taxco","offers":[{"title":"Única","offer_id":51609558319350,"sku":"ATA-PEN-000006025","price":53.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0702\/2552\/7030\/files\/ATA-TEMP-006025_1.jpg?v=1789083709","url":"https:\/\/www.artetaxcosilver.com\/products\/dije-calendario-azteca-plata-950-opalo-de-fuego-taxco","provider":"Arte Taxco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}