Butterfly Pendant Sterling Silver .950 with Fire Opal — Taxco

A butterfly that catches light in blue fire opal — the symbol of transformation at your throat.

Characteristics

• Material: Sterling .950 silver with hallmark
• Technique: Hand-set stone inlay
• Stone: Fire Opal, blue tone
• Design: Butterfly in relief
• Measurements: 3.7 cm long × variable width
• Weight: 4.2 g
• Includes: Pendant only — chain sold separately
• Hallmark: .950
• Origin: Taxco, Mexico

This butterfly pendant captures the essence of movement and transformation. The blue fire opal hand-set into the wing petals glows with each turn of light, creating an enchanting effect. At 3.7 cm long, it's visible enough to make an impact, yet discrete enough to wear every day — threaded on a chain of your choice, it becomes your personal talisman.

Crafted in .950 silver, the purest silver that exists, with the hallmark as proof of authenticity. The stone is set entirely by hand, meaning each opal is placed individually, without press or machinery. This is Taxco's craft at its most delicate: precision and patience combined. The lost-wax casting technique that forms the foundation of the pendant allows for this detailed relief — a process requiring multiple steps and artisanal skill.

Taxco has been the world capital of artisanal silversmithing for 500 years. Every piece that leaves its workshops is the result of living tradition, passed hand to hand across generations. This pendant is not factory production; it is the outcome of human choices: which opal for which wing, how to dose the heat of the solder, how to polish so the stone glows without harm. The Arte Taxco story is the story of that commitment to authenticity.

Buy risk-free. If ever you decide this pendant is no longer for you, we buy back your .950 silver in store credit — up to 35%, with no expiration, no questions. Learn about the Lifetime Buyback Program.

Key Benefits

• ✦ Authentic .950 silver, the purest grade
• ✦ Blue Fire Opal hand-set — each stone is unique
• ✦ Butterfly relief design — symbol of transformation
• ✦ Just 3.7 cm: visible and wearable
• ✦ Buyback up to 35% with no expiration

Perfect For

• 🎁 Anyone seeking a talisman of change
• 💍 Gifts with deep meaning
• 👤 Collectors of fine gems and silverwork

Measurements & Shipping

The pendant measures 3.7 cm in length (roughly the size of a large coin, but wider). The butterfly is an open relief design, giving it presence without weight. This price is for the pendant only; chain is sold separately. You can use any silver chain you already own or pair it with one from our store. Shipping 2–3 business days. If you'd like a chain included or have sizing questions, write hola@artetaxco.mx.

Lifetime Buyback Program — Your Silver Always Has Value

Buy risk-free. We buy back your pendant whenever you decide, in store credit, up to 35% of what you paid — no expiration, no date limit. Your silver always has value. Learn about the Lifetime Buyback Program.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Does the pendant come with a chain?
A: No. The price is for the pendant alone, no chain. You can use any silver chain you own at home, or purchase one separately. This lets you personalize the length and style.

Q: Is the fire opal natural or lab-created?
A: This is fire opal; if you have specific questions about the stone's origin, please write us before purchasing at hola@artetaxco.mx with the SKU reference.

Q: How does hand-setting work?
A: Each opal is set manually into the silver, without mechanical press. This requires skill and time, but allows each stone to sit securely and uniquely — no two pendants are exactly alike.

Do You Have Silver You No Longer Wear?

Old silver, inherited pieces, or vintage jewelry — we buy it back regardless of condition. Send photos to hola@artetaxco.mx and we'll give you a lifetime store credit quote.

The butterfly awaits. Choose your chain and fly.