{"product_id":"dije-plata-950-cruz-y-simbolo-opalo-de-fuego-taxco","title":"Sterling Silver Pendant Cross \u0026 Prehispanic Symbol — Fire Opal Taxco","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFaith and 500 years of Taxco silversmithing, united in one spiritual piece.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCharacteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Sterling Silver .950 with Hallmark\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eTechnique: Combined — lost-wax casting and hand-set engravings\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eDesign: Relief cross + circular prehispanic symbol\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eStone: Fire Opal — blue-green tones\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 4.7 cm long × 1.7 cm wide\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eWeight: 6.6 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eChain: NOT included — pendant only\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eCustom-made in Taxco\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Taxco, Mexico\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis pendant merges two spiritual worlds in silver: the cross as a symbol of Christian faith, and the prehispanic circle with its ancient glyphs — a visual declaration of deep cultural roots. The blue fire opal shifts in tone with every movement, adding mystery to each gesture. It's a piece for those who wish to carry both spirituality and the cultural identity of Taxco. At 4.7 cm long, it hangs proportioned on the chest — visible yet intimate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCast in .950 sterling silver, the highest purity in commercial silver — and stamped with the hallmark that certifies its authenticity. The combined technique ensures the cross relief is clean and precise, while the fire opal setting is done by hand, stone by stone, guaranteeing every facet shines. The prehispanic symbol is not decoration: it represents centuries of silversmithing in Taxco, the same region where the Aztecs once mastered the craft of silver.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTaxco: 500 years as the world's capital of artisanal silver. Since the conquest, the silversmiths of Guerrero have fused European techniques with indigenous symbols, creating a unique visual language. This piece is heir to that tradition. Every pendant we craft for you carries the history of \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/nuestra-historia\"\u003eArte Taxco silversmithing\u003c\/a\u003e, where faith and craft meet in every solder joint.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuy risk-free with the \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/programa-joya-de-por-vida\"\u003eLifetime Buyback Program\u003c\/a\u003e: we repurchase your pendant whenever you decide, up to 35% in store credit, no expiration or paperwork. Your silver always has value.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Authentic .950 sterling silver with hallmark — hypoallergenic\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Combined technique: precision casting + hand-set engravings\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Blue Fire Opal — stone of light and movement\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Custom-made in Taxco — one-of-a-kind piece\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Buyback guarantee up to 35%, no expiration\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#127873; Spiritual gift with cultural roots\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128141; Those who honor faith and prehispanic heritage\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128100; Collectors of sacred silver symbols\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMeasurements \u0026 Shipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eLength: 4.7 cm × Width: 1.7 cm. \u003cstrong\u003ePendant only — chain sold separately\u003c\/strong\u003e — choose a silver chain from our catalog or use your own. Ships 2-3 business days. Custom-made in ~2 weeks: \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 repurchase your pendant whenever you decide, up to 35% in store credit, no expiration. \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 come with a chain?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: No. The price is for the pendant only. You can purchase a silver chain separately or use your own. Recommendation: a 45–50 cm figaro link chain hangs perfectly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can I request a different size?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes, it's custom-made. Email hola@artetaxco.mx with your exact dimensions before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What does the prehispanic symbol represent?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: The glyphs in the lower circle vary by design — they may represent Aztec dates or deities. Verify with us before purchasing if you have a specific symbol in mind.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo You Have Silver You No Longer Wear?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOld, inherited, or unused silver — we buy it back. Email \u003ca href=\"mailto:hola@artetaxco.mx\"\u003ehola@artetaxco.mx\u003c\/a\u003e with photos and details.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA pendant that carries faith, identity, and 500 years of Taxco silversmithing — once it's gone, it's gone.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arte Taxco","offers":[{"title":"Única","offer_id":51745244545270,"sku":"ATA-PEN-000007468","price":61.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0702\/2552\/7030\/files\/ATA-TEMP-1790365371234-tjsez_1.jpg?v=1790365665","url":"https:\/\/www.artetaxcosilver.com\/products\/dije-plata-950-cruz-y-simbolo-opalo-de-fuego-taxco","provider":"Arte Taxco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}