{"product_id":"dije-calendario-maya-plata-950-opalo-de-fuego","title":"Mayan Calendar Pendant Sterling Silver .950 — Fire Opal","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe power of ancient astronomy, carved in pure silver.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\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: Fire Opal, multicolor flash\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eDesign: Mayan calendar with carved glyphs\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eLength: 4 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eWeight: Medium presence, well-balanced\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eNo chain included — pendant only\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eWeight: 6.2 g\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Taxco, Mexico\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis pendant is a tribute to prehispanic astronomy — the Mayan calendar, one of the most precise systems of the ancient world. At 4 centimeters long, it fits in your palm but commands presence when you wear it. The multicolor fire opal, with its green, gold, and red flashes, dialogues with the carved Mayan glyphs in relief, creating a depth of field that shifts with the light.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSterling .950 is nearly pure silver — only 0.5% copper, making it more noble and enduring than .925. The Taxco hallmark certifies authenticity. The stone was set by hand, each anchor point a craft decision that honors both the silver and the opal. No machinery, only skill.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTaxco has refined the art of stone-setting in silver for 500 years — from colonial goldsmiths to today. The glyphs you see on this pendant honor that tradition of craft, fusing prehispanic heritage with modern silversmith mastery. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/nuestra-historia\"\u003eThe Arte Taxco story\u003c\/a\u003e is our story.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuy risk-free. We buy back your pendant whenever you decide, up to 35% in store credit, no expiration. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/programa-joya-de-por-vida\"\u003eLearn about the Lifetime Buyback Program\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Sterling .950 authentic with hallmark — highest purity\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Multicolor fire opal hand-set in silver\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Prehispanic design: Mayan calendar in relief\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; 4 cm size — discreet yet striking\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Buyback up to 35%, no expiration\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128141; Collectors of ancestral symbols\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128100; Meaningful gift with historical significance\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#127873; Special occasion or personal milestone\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMeasurements \u0026 Shipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePendant length: 4 cm · No chain included — you can pair it with your own chain or choose one from our collection. The pendant is compact yet visible; about the size of a large coin. Ships 2-3 business days in Mexico and US.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eLifetime Buyback Program — Your Silver Always Has Value\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuy risk-free. We buy back your pendant when 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, this is the pendant only (4 cm). You can add a sterling silver chain from our store or use one of your own.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Why .950 and not .925?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Sterling .950 is nearly pure — more noble, more durable, and brighter white. Perfect for delicate stones like fire opal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is opal easily scratched?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Opal is delicate — avoid hard impacts, chlorine, and salt water. Store it in a dry case. With care, it lasts a lifetime.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo You Have Silver You No Longer Wear?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOld or inherited silver — we buy it back, no questions asked. Email \u003ca href=\"mailto:hola@artetaxco.mx\"\u003ehola@artetaxco.mx\u003c\/a\u003e with photos and we'll quote you.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHand-set one-of-a-kind — each fire opal is unrepeatable.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arte Taxco","offers":[{"title":"Única","offer_id":51667757465846,"sku":"ATA-PEN-000006742","price":42.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0702\/2552\/7030\/files\/ATA-TEMP-1789678607371-m0mvh_1.jpg?v=1789678901","url":"https:\/\/www.artetaxcosilver.com\/products\/dije-calendario-maya-plata-950-opalo-de-fuego","provider":"Arte Taxco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}