Dolphin Pendant Silver .950 with Fire Opal — Taxco

Grace and freedom in every leap — the dolphin captured in Taxco silver.

Characteristics

• Material: Sterling .950 silver with hallmark
• Technique: Hand stone setting
• Design: Dolphin in relief
• Stone: Fire opal, multicolor
• Length: 4.7 cm
• Chain not included (pendant only)
• Weight: 4.6 g
• Origin: Taxco, Mexico
• Made to order

A dolphin leaping through waters of multicolor fire opal — the stone shifts through reds, greens, and golds as light moves across it, as if capturing the ocean's motion itself. This pendant holds the grace of the ocean's most intelligent mammal, a universal symbol of freedom, joy, and connection to nature. The .950 silver embraces every facet of the stone with a hand-set mount, created without machines, giving it the character of a singular piece.

The hand stone-setting technique is heritage of Taxco's silversmith craft, where each artisan places the stone individually, judging how light passes through it. Fire opal is legendary in jewelry — unpredictable, alive, never the same twice. That's why each pendant is unrepeatable: the stone chooses where to shine.

Taxco has been the world capital of artisanal silver for 500 years. From conquest to today, the goldsmiths of this city have perfected the art of transforming pure silver into enduring symbols. The Arte Taxco story is the story of that tradition brought to the present, with each pendant as witness to a craft that never ages.

Buy risk-free. If you ever decide it's time to release this dolphin, we buy your piece back in store credit, no expiration. Silver always holds value — yours does too with us.

Key benefits

• ✦ Authentic .950 sterling silver with hallmark guarantee
• ✦ Multicolor fire opal hand-set
• ✦ Exclusive design: dolphin in relief
• ✦ 4.7 cm — visible without overstating
• ✦ Lifetime buyback up to 35%

Perfect for

• 🎁 Ocean and marine life lovers
• 💍 Nature and living stone enthusiasts
• 👤 Any moment — wear alone or with your own chain

Measurements and shipping

Length: 4.7 cm. Pendant only — chain not included. Pair it with a sterling, steel, or cord chain in your own style. Ships 2–3 business days. Custom sizing in ~2 weeks: hola@artetaxco.mx

Lifetime Buyback Program — Your Silver Always Has Value

Buy risk-free. We buy back your pendant whenever you choose, up to 35% in store credit, no expiration. Learn all about the Lifetime Buyback Program.

Frequently asked questions

Q: Does it come with a chain?
A: No, pendant only (4.7 cm). You can pair it with any sterling, steel, or cord chain you own. That way you personalize exactly how you wear it.

Q: Is the fire opal natural?
A: Yes. Fire opal is natural stone, which means each one shifts color differently: some more red, others more green. Yours will be unique.

Q: How do I care for the stone setting?
A: The setting is durable, but opal is delicate. Avoid hard impacts, chlorine, and saltwater. Store in a case and clean with a soft cloth.

Do you have old silver?

Old, inherited, or vintage silver — we buy any piece back. Send photos to hola@artetaxco.mx and we'll quote you instantly.

This dolphin is made to order in Taxco. Each one, a surprise of light and color.