{"product_id":"dije-cruz-de-plata-con-opalo-de-fuego-taxco-953","title":"Cross Pendant Sterling Silver with Fire Opal — Taxco .950","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eA cross in silver that glows with the colors of fire — 500 years of Taxco's craft in your hands.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Sterling .950 silver with hallmark\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eTechnique: Hand stone setting\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eStone: Blue fire opal\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eDesign: Cross with hand-tooled texture\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003ePendant length: 5.9 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eWeight: 3.9 g\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eChain: NOT included (available separately)\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Taxco, Mexico\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis cross pendant in .950 silver is faith made into form. At 5.9 centimeters long, it commands presence without weight. The blue fire opal — hand-set into each of the three teardrop terminals that crown the cross's arms — carries a duality: deep as ocean, bright as flame. It is not inert; it lives, shifts with light, tells a different story each time you wear it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe cross itself bears a repousse texture along its length, hand-hammered with punches to capture the pulse of tradition. .950 silver — nearly pure, nearly perfect — stamped with its hallmark certifying authenticity. The stone setting is entirely by hand: each opal placed individually, no press, no machine. That is what sets Taxco's craft apart from factory production. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/certificado-autenticidad-joyas-plata-925\"\u003eEvery piece comes with its certificate of authenticity.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTaxco is the heartbeat of world silversmithing for 500 years. Since Spanish miners discovered the deposits nearby, the hands of this town have transformed silver into art — first for crown and church, then for the world. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/nuestra-historia\"\u003eThe story of Arte Taxco\u003c\/a\u003e is the story of those hands, that patience, that obsession with making things right. This pendant is one link in a five-century chain.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuy risk-free with our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/programa-joya-de-por-vida\"\u003eLifetime Buyback Program.\u003c\/a\u003e When you decide to sell this pendant back — whether in one month or ten years — we buy it back in store credit up to 35% of what you paid, with no expiration. Your silver always has value.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Authentic .950 sterling silver with hallmark\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Blue fire opal hand-set into silver\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; 5.9 cm long — presence without weight\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Pendant only; chain sold separately\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Buyback up to 35% · Your silver always has value\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128141; Gifts filled with faith and meaning\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128100; Those who love Taxco's artisan craft\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#127873; Special moments with purpose\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMeasurements \u0026 Shipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe pendant measures \u003cstrong\u003e5.9 cm in length\u003c\/strong\u003e — about the size of a large coin or slightly less than a thumb. \u003cstrong\u003eChain is not included.\u003c\/strong\u003e Pair it with a .925 or .950 silver chain of your choice: write to us for options. Ships 2-3 business days to Mexico and the US.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eLifetime Buyback Program — Your Silver Always Has Value\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuy with confidence. We buy back your pendant whenever you choose, up to 35% in store credit, no expiration. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/programa-joya-de-por-vida\"\u003eLearn all 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, the 5.9 cm pendant is sold alone. You can purchase a .925 or .950 silver chain separately, or use one you already own. Email \u003ca href=\"mailto:hola@artetaxco.mx\"\u003ehola@artetaxco.mx\u003c\/a\u003e for chain options.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is fire opal durable?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Fire opal is sensitive to sudden temperature changes. Avoid plunging it from hot to cold, and remove the pendant before showering. With care, it will last a lifetime.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is the difference between .950 and .925 silver?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: .950 is purer (95% pure silver vs 92.5%), making it more resistant to oxidation and more durable. It is preferred for pieces with delicate stones.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo You Have Silver You No Longer Wear?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOld silver, heirlooms, or pendants that no longer fit your style — we buy them back. Send photos to \u003ca href=\"mailto:hola@artetaxco.mx\"\u003ehola@artetaxco.mx\u003c\/a\u003e and we'll quote you instantly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA cross in Taxco silver with fire opal — hand-made, one piece at a time.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arte Taxco","offers":[{"title":"Única","offer_id":51547599667446,"sku":"ATA-PEN-000005390","price":30.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0702\/2552\/7030\/files\/ATA-TEMP-005390_1.jpg?v=1787713176","url":"https:\/\/www.artetaxcosilver.com\/products\/dije-cruz-de-plata-con-opalo-de-fuego-taxco-953","provider":"Arte Taxco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}