Sterling Silver .950 Fire Opal Pendant — Taxco

A glimmer of fire in pure silver — Taxco's circular symbol travels with you.

Characteristics

• Material: Sterling .950 with hallmark — maximum purity
• Stone: Blue Fire Opal hand-set in bezel
• Design: Openwork circle with pre-Hispanic cross
• Pendant length: 4.8 cm
• Weight: 6.9 g
• Chain: Not included (pendant only)
• Finish: Mirror polish with dark detail
• Origin: Taxco, Mexico

This pendant breathes the symbolism of Taxco. Its circular form holds a geometric cross that echoes pre-Hispanic motifs — the sacred geometry that Taxco silversmiths have engraved for five centuries. The blue Fire Opal set in the lower quadrant flashes with light, as if holding the essence of the craft itself.

Carved in sterling .950, a purity higher than .925, this pendant is more than adornment — it is a statement. The stone is set by hand, each facet of opal fitted into its silver nest. No machine can replace the precision of a silversmith's finger — every piece is unique in its setting.

Taxco is not merely a place; it is the heartbeat of handcrafted silversmithing in the Americas. For 500 years, master craftspeople in this Guerrero town have transformed silver into visual narratives, into stories you wear. This pendant connects your body to that tradition — to the hands that made it, to the lineage of craft, to the Arte Taxco story and our commitment to honesty in every gram.

Key Benefits

• ✦ Sterling .950 — exceptional purity and hypoallergenic
• ✦ Blue Fire Opal individually hand-set
• ✦ Pre-Hispanic circular design — symbol of Taxco
• ✦ Pendant only; choose your own chain to personalize
• ✦ Lifetime buyback up to 35% in store credit, no expiration

Perfect for

• 💍 Those seeking pre-Hispanic identity in authentic silver
• 🎁 Meaningful gifts with historical significance
• 👤 Collectors of Taxco artisanal jewelry

Measurements & Shipping

The pendant measures 4.8 cm long — about the size of a large coin, elongated. This is the pendant alone, without a chain. If you wish to add a chain, we offer separate options in various lengths and thicknesses. The price shown is for the pendant only. Ships in 2–3 business days. Custom length or with personalized chain in ~2 weeks: hola@artetaxco.mx

Lifetime Buyback Program — Your Silver Always Has Value

Buy risk-free. We buy back your pendant whenever you wish, up to 35% in store credit, no expiration date. Silver from Taxco never loses its worth. Learn all about the Lifetime Buyback Program.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Does it come with a chain?
A: No. The price is for the pendant only. You can choose a chain separately from our store or use one you already own. Write us if you need a recommendation on length and thickness.

Q: Is Fire Opal durable?
A: It is more delicate than diamond or quartz. Avoid hard impacts and remove before showering. With care, it will last decades.

Q: What does the pre-Hispanic symbol mean?
A: The cross within the circle is a sacred Mesoamerican motif — movement, the four cardinal directions, balance. Taxco's silversmiths honor it in their designs.

Do You Have Silver You No Longer Wear?

Old silver, inherited pieces, or jewelry from other sources — we buy it back. Send photos to hola@artetaxco.mx and we will make you an offer.

Wear five centuries of tradition — made in Taxco, for you.