{"product_id":"dije-plata-950-cruz-azteca-con-opalo-de-fuego","title":"Sterling Silver .950 Aztec Cross Pendant with Fire Opal","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePrehispanic spirituality and faith meet in a single piece.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Sterling .950 with hallmark\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eTechnique: Combined — casting and hand-set stone\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eStone: Fire Opal, multicolor\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eDesign: Cross over Aztec Calendar (Stone of the Sun)\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eSize: 4.8 × 1.7 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eWeight: 6.58 g\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eFinish: Polished and textured\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eIncludes: Pendant only — chain not included\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eHallmark: .950\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Taxco, Mexico\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis pendant bridges two worlds: the sacred geometry of the Aztec Calendar and the cross — symbols of spiritual depth that transcend borders. Fire Opal, with its multicolor flashes that shift in the light, is the stone of transformation and protection. Every time you wear it, you carry 500 years of Taxco silversmithing and a message of faith with you.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSterling .950, purer than .925, gives it a unique brilliance and resonance. The work is combined: the base form comes from casting in mold (precision of detail), and the opal is hand-set (each stone placed individually). The hallmark guarantees authenticity — your proof that this silver is genuine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTaxco has been the world capital of artisanal silver for 500 years. It's no accident: \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/nuestra-historia\"\u003ethe Arte Taxco story\u003c\/a\u003e is that each piece honors prehispanic heritage and the mastery of the craft. This pendant is an example — it unites ancestral iconography with modern Taxco technique.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuy risk-free. If you ever decide you don't wear it, we buy back your piece in store credit (up to 35%), no expiration. Your silver always has value.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Genuine sterling .950 — purer than .925\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Multicolor Fire Opal — plays with light at every angle\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Spiritual design — cross + Aztec Calendar\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Hand-set opal — each stone placed individually\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Buyback up to 35%, no expiration\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128141; Those seeking spiritual connection\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128100; Lovers of prehispanic art\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#127873; A gift that transcends — with meaning\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMeasurements \u0026 Shipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eLength 4.8 cm × width 1.7 cm. \u003cstrong\u003ePendant only\u003c\/strong\u003e — chain sold separately (choose from steel, silver, gold, or mixed). Ships 2-3 business days. Questions about size or chain? Write to \u003ca href=\"mailto:hola@artetaxco.mx\"\u003ehola@artetaxco.mx\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eLifetime Buyback Program — Your Silver Always Holds Value\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuy risk-free. We buy back your pendant whenever you decide, in store credit, up to 35% of purchase price, no expiration or restrictions. \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: Does it include a chain?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: No, pendant only. We recommend choosing a chain with similar thickness (3-4 mm) so it looks balanced. Write us if you'd like recommendations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What does \"combined\" technique mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: The base form comes from casting (lost-wax mold — precision of details), then the opal is hand-set without machines. This combines efficiency of form with the artistry of stone setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is Fire Opal durable?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: It's a delicate stone. Avoid hard impacts, chlorine, and saltwater. With care, it lasts decades. Its multicolor beauty is worth protecting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo You Have Silver You No Longer Wear?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eInherited silver, old pieces, or broken jewelry — we buy it back. Send photos to \u003ca href=\"mailto:hola@artetaxco.mx\"\u003ehola@artetaxco.mx\u003c\/a\u003e and we'll quote you.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpirituality and art in .950 silver — your connection to Taxco begins here.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arte Taxco","offers":[{"title":"Única","offer_id":51745173831926,"sku":"ATA-PEN-000007461","price":61.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0702\/2552\/7030\/files\/ATA-TEMP-1790363362730-9djf4_1.jpg?v=1790363747","url":"https:\/\/www.artetaxcosilver.com\/products\/dije-plata-950-cruz-azteca-con-opalo-de-fuego","provider":"Arte Taxco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}