{"product_id":"dije-plata-950-opalo-de-fuego-azul-taxco-2","title":"Sterling Silver .950 Fire Opal Pendant — Taxco","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eA glimmer of fire in pure silver — Taxco's circular symbol travels with you.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCharacteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Sterling .950 with hallmark — maximum purity\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eStone: Blue Fire Opal hand-set in bezel\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eDesign: Openwork circle with pre-Hispanic cross\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003ePendant length: 4.8 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eWeight: 6.9 g\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eChain: Not included (pendant only)\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eFinish: Mirror polish with dark detail\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Taxco, Mexico\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCarved 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTaxco 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 \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/nuestra-historia\"\u003ethe Arte Taxco story\u003c\/a\u003e and our commitment to honesty in every gram.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Sterling .950 — exceptional purity and hypoallergenic\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Blue Fire Opal individually hand-set\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Pre-Hispanic circular design — symbol of Taxco\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Pendant only; choose your own chain to personalize\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Lifetime buyback up to 35% in store credit, no expiration\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePerfect for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128141; Those seeking pre-Hispanic identity in authentic silver\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#127873; Meaningful gifts with historical significance\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128100; Collectors of Taxco artisanal jewelry\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMeasurements \u0026 Shipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe pendant measures 4.8 cm long — about the size of a large coin, elongated. \u003cstrong\u003eThis is the pendant alone, without a chain.\u003c\/strong\u003e If you wish to add a chain, we offer separate options in various lengths and thicknesses. \u003cstrong\u003eThe price shown is for the pendant only.\u003c\/strong\u003e Ships in 2–3 business days. Custom length or with personalized chain 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 Has Value\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuy 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. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/programa-joya-de-por-vida\"\u003eLearn all 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 choose a chain separately from our store or use one you already own. Write us if you need a recommendation on length and thickness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is Fire Opal durable?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: It is more delicate than diamond or quartz. Avoid hard impacts and remove before showering. With care, it will last decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What does the pre-Hispanic symbol mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: The cross within the circle is a sacred Mesoamerican motif — movement, the four cardinal directions, balance. Taxco's silversmiths honor it in their designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo You Have Silver You No Longer Wear?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOld silver, inherited pieces, or jewelry from other sources — we buy it back. Send photos to \u003ca href=\"mailto:hola@artetaxco.mx\"\u003ehola@artetaxco.mx\u003c\/a\u003e and we will make you an offer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWear five centuries of tradition — made in Taxco, for you.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arte Taxco","offers":[{"title":"Única","offer_id":51573282275574,"sku":"ATA-PEN-000005672","price":47.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0702\/2552\/7030\/files\/ATA-TEMP-005672_1.jpg?v=1788329376","url":"https:\/\/www.artetaxcosilver.com\/products\/dije-plata-950-opalo-de-fuego-azul-taxco-2","provider":"Arte Taxco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}