{"product_id":"dije-de-plata-estrella-de-mar-con-opalo-de-fuego-taxco-950","title":"Fire Opal Sterling Silver Starfish Pendant — Taxco .950","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe fire of the opal in the heart of the sea — a jewel that captures the magic of Taxco.\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 opal + granulation\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eStone: Fire Opal, multicolor\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eDesign: Starfish with granulated details\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eWeight: 3.6 g\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eFinish: Mirror polish\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Taxco, Mexico\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eMeasurements: [VERIFY — ask if chain is included]\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis pendant captures the essence of the sea in starfish form — each facet of the fire opal gleams with hues ranging from orange to green, red to blue. It's the piece you've been waiting for: meaningful gifts, occasions that deserve a touch of natural magic. The design balances the delicacy of hand-set stone work with the solidity of Taxco's artisanal granulation, visible in every arm of the star.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSterling .950 is the purest silver law in existence — one step beyond .925. With its hallmark engraved as a promise of authenticity, this pendant testifies to Taxco's craftsmanship: each stone was hand-set, each granule soldered one by one without machines. Fire opal is legendary in pre-Hispanic cultures as a stone of transformation and hope. Its play of color is unrepeatable — no two fire opals are ever the same.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTaxco had been the world's silver capital for 500 years when pieces like this were created. That's five centuries of inherited technique, of furnace and solder secrets passed from generation to generation. That legacy lives in your pendant. It's not mass-produced — it's a work of craft, made with the patience that every natural stone deserves. When you wear it, you wear the silent voice of Taxco's silversmiths close to your heart.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuy risk-free. Our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/programa-joya-de-por-vida\"\u003eLifetime Buyback Program\u003c\/a\u003e repurchases your pendant whenever you choose, up to 35% in store credit, no expiration. Your silver always has value.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Sterling .950 — the purest law, with hallmark\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Fire Opal multicolor, unrepeatable stone\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Hand-set stone + Taxco artisanal granulation\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Starfish design, pre-Hispanic symbol\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Lifetime buyback up to 35%, no expiration\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#127873; Gifts with history and meaning\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128141; Special occasions and moments that matter\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128100; Those who collect unique natural stones\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMeasurements \u0026 Shipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePendant with bail, ready for chain. [VERIFY if chain is included — contact \u003ca href=\"mailto:hola@artetaxco.mx\"\u003ehola@artetaxco.mx\u003c\/a\u003e before ordering]. Approximate pendant length: ~1.5 cm. Ships 2-3 business days. Custom chain or sizing: write to hola@artetaxco.mx\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eLifetime Buyback Program — Your Silver Always Matters\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuy risk-free. We repurchase your pendant whenever you decide, up to 35% in electronic store credit, no expiration or conditions. \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: Is fire opal delicate?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes — avoid water, chlorine, and temperature changes. Store it in a dry case, wrapped in soft cloth. It's a collector's stone, not for daily pool wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can I wear this pendant without a chain?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Absolutely. It comes with a bail to thread any chain you own. Need a recommendation? Write to hola@artetaxco.mx\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What does the .950 hallmark mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: The hallmark is the official silver authenticity seal. .950 means 95% pure silver — the highest law on the market.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo You Have Silver You No Longer Wear?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOld silver, inherited pieces, or pendants gathering dust — we buy them back. Write to \u003ca href=\"mailto:hola@artetaxco.mx\"\u003ehola@artetaxco.mx\u003c\/a\u003e with photos and we'll tell you the value.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEvery fire opal is unique. When it's gone, it's gone.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arte Taxco","offers":[{"title":"Única","offer_id":51492571119862,"sku":"ATA-PEN-000005144","price":28.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0702\/2552\/7030\/files\/ATA-TEMP-005144_1.jpg?v=1787241217","url":"https:\/\/www.artetaxcosilver.com\/products\/dije-de-plata-estrella-de-mar-con-opalo-de-fuego-taxco-950","provider":"Arte Taxco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}