Fire Opal Sterling Silver Pendant — Taxco .925

The fire of the opal captured in silver — 4 centimeters of pure color.

Characteristics

• Material: Sterling silver .925 with hallmark
• Technique: Combined inlay and enamel
• Stone: Fire Opal, multicolor tones
• Design: Circular setting with compartmentalized inlay
• Size: 4 cm long × 2.5 cm wide
• Weight: 5.7 g
• Chain: Not included — pendant only
• Hallmark: .925
• Origin: Taxco, Mexico

This pendant captures the essence of fire opal: a constant play of colors that dance with the light. The combined inlay of stone and enamel in individual compartments reveals the precision of Taxco's silversmith craft — each section fits like a puzzle. At 4 cm long, the size is generous without being overwhelming: it reads when worn, draws attention without shouting.

The sterling .925 carries its hallmark — the .925 stamp — as proof that what you see is what you get. The polished finish reflects light and highlights every hue of the opal. The hand-inlay technique means each stone was placed by artisan hands; no machine can replicate the patience this requires.

Taxco, the world's silver capital for 500 years, remains the heart of Latin American silversmithing. Here in Guerrero, the craft of setting stone in silver passes from generation to generation. This pendant is a small piece of that tradition: crafted, assembled, and finished in Taxco by artisans who respect every detail. Learn more about the Arte Taxco story.

When you decide you no longer wear it, your investment in authentic silver doesn't vanish. With our Lifetime Buyback Program, we buy back your pendant in store credit without expiration — up to 35% of the original value, which decreases gradually but never reaches zero. Buy risk-free: your silver always has value.

Key Benefits

• ✦ Authentic .925 sterling with hallmark
• ✦ Fire Opal: multicolor play of light
• ✦ Combined inlay and enamel technique — handcrafted in Taxco
• ✦ Generous size (4 × 2.5 cm) — makes an impact when worn
• ✦ Buyback without expiration up to 35% · Your silver always has value

Perfect for

• 💍 Anyone who loves color every day
• 🎁 Meaningful, artisan gifts
• 👤 Collectors of gemstones and Taxco silver

Measurements & Shipping

4 cm long × 2.5 cm wide — a generous size that reads when worn on the neck. This price is for the pendant only; chain sold separately. You can choose from our .925 sterling silver chain options, or use one you already own. Ships 2–3 business days. If you'd like us to assemble pendant + chain before shipping, email hola@artetaxco.mx.

Lifetime Buyback Program — Your Silver Always Has Value

Buy risk-free. Whenever you're ready, we buy back your pendant in store credit, up to 35% of the original price, without expiration or hassle. The percentage decreases gradually but never reaches zero: your investment in authentic silver remains. Learn about the Lifetime Buyback Program.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Does it include a chain?
A: No. The pendant comes without a chain so you can choose your own. If you'd prefer we assemble pendant + chain before shipping, email hola@artetaxco.mx for a quote.

Q: What is the combined inlay technique?
A: In this pendant, silver wires and compartments hold fire opal inlays and vitrified enamel inserts. Each process — setting, enameling, polishing — is done by hand, without machinery to standardize.

Q: How do I care for fire opal?
A: Avoid soaking in water, perfumes, and chemicals. Clean with a soft microfiber cloth. Opal is more delicate than diamond: store in a case and avoid direct impacts.

Do You Have Silver You No Longer Wear?

Old silver, inherited pieces, or broken jewelry — we buy it all back. Send photos to hola@artetaxco.mx and we'll make you a fair offer in store credit.

A Taxco pendant that holds 500 years of silversmith craft in 4 centimeters.