{"product_id":"dije-calendario-azteca-plata-950-opalo-de-fuego","title":"Aztec Calendar Pendant Sterling Silver .950 — Fire Opal","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Aztec Calendar around your neck — 500 years of Taxco silversmithing in one piece of Prehispanic power.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCharacteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eMaterial: .950 sterling silver with Taxco hallmark\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eTechnique: Combined — casting and hand setting\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eStone: Fire Opal in blue tones\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eDesign: Aztec Calendar — symbol of time and cosmos\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eDimensions: Length 3.8 cm × width 2.1 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eWeight: 6.1 g\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eChain: NOT included (pendant only)\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Taxco, Mexico\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eAvailability: Make-to-order — customizable in ~2 weeks\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCrafted in \u003cstrong\u003e.950 sterling silver\u003c\/strong\u003e — a purity that reflects commitment to quality — this piece combines \u003cstrong\u003eprecision casting with manual stone setting\u003c\/strong\u003e. Every line of the calendar was carved into the mold; every stone was placed individually by hands that understand the craft. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/nuestra-historia\"\u003eThe Aztec Calendar is a legacy that connects Taxco to 500 years of silversmithing tradition\u003c\/a\u003e, where artisans are guardians of techniques that other places have long forgotten.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuy risk-free with the \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/programa-joya-de-por-vida\"\u003eLifetime Buyback Program\u003c\/a\u003e. We repurchase your pendant whenever you decide, up to 35% in store credit, no expiration. Your investment in silver always holds value.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; .950 sterling silver — superior purity, hypoallergenic\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Blue Fire Opal hand-set — each stone is one-of-a-kind\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Prehispanic symbol — power and meaning in every wear\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Combined Taxco technique — precision casting and handwork\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Buyback up to 35% with no expiration — your silver always counts\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePerfect for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#127873; Those who love Prehispanic history and purposeful jewelry\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128141; Gifts with deep roots and lasting meaning\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128100; Collectors of Mexican silversmithing tradition\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMeasurements and shipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe pendant measures \u003cstrong\u003e3.8 cm long × 2.1 cm wide\u003c\/strong\u003e — the size of a large coin, perfect for wearing. \u003cstrong\u003ePendant only; chain sold separately.\u003c\/strong\u003e Made-to-order in ~2 weeks. Standard shipping 2-3 business days. For customization or chain recommendations, write \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 repurchase your pendant whenever you decide, up to 35% in store credit, no expiration or hassle. \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 include a chain?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: No, pendant only at 3.8 cm. We recommend a 45–50 cm chain for comfortable wear. Email \u003ca href=\"mailto:hola@artetaxco.mx\"\u003ehola@artetaxco.mx\u003c\/a\u003e for matched sterling chain options.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Why .950 silver instead of .925?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: .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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is Fire Opal durable?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Fire Opal is delicate — avoid impacts, chlorine, and prolonged water. With care, it will last decades. If damaged, you can repurchase through the \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/programa-joya-de-por-vida\"\u003eLifetime Buyback Program\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo you have silver you no longer wear?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOld silver, inherited pieces, or jewelry you've outgrown — we buy it back. Email \u003ca href=\"mailto:hola@artetaxco.mx\"\u003ehola@artetaxco.mx\u003c\/a\u003e with photos and weight, and we'll offer instant buyback value.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Aztec Calendar lives in Taxco. Wear it with you.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arte Taxco","offers":[{"title":"Única","offer_id":51647971197174,"sku":"ATA-PEN-000006073","price":41.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0702\/2552\/7030\/files\/ATA-TEMP-006073_1.jpg?v=1789425588","url":"https:\/\/www.artetaxcosilver.com\/products\/dije-calendario-azteca-plata-950-opalo-de-fuego","provider":"Arte Taxco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}