{"product_id":"dije-plata-calendario-azteca-con-opalo-de-fuego-taxco","title":"Silver Aztec Calendar Pendant with Fire Opal — Taxco","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Aztec calendar on your chest: 4 cm of Mesoamerican history in .950 silver.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Authentic .950 silver with hallmark\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eTechnique: Combined — lost-wax casting + hand-set stone\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eDesign: Aztec calendar with prehispanic glyphs\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eStone: Multicolor fire opal\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 4 cm long × 2.5 cm wide\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eWeight: 6.3 g\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eChain: NOT included (pendant only)\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eHallmark: .950\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Taxco, Mexico\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eA pendant that carries Aztec cosmology in every detail. The 20-day calendar orbits around the central sun, each glyph carved with precision. The fire opal, with its yellow and green flames, captures the energy of Mesoamerica's oldest symbol. At 4 cm long, it's visible without being overwhelming — the perfect size for someone seeking to connect with prehispanic roots without sacrificing everyday elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCrafted in .950 silver using combined technique: lost-wax casting captures every detail of the calendar, then hand-setting places the opal in its seat. Each stone is individually adjusted so light passes through it. The finish is mirror-polished on the silver and matte on the glyphs, which highlights the relief. This is a piece that takes time: made to order in Taxco.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTaxco has been the world capital of artisanal silver for 500 years — since Spanish conquistadors arrived seeking silver mines in Guerrero's sierra. Today, \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/nuestra-historia\"\u003ethe tradition of Arte Taxco\u003c\/a\u003e carries on that legacy: silversmiths who master every technique, from prehispanic casting to contemporary setting. This pendant is a bridge between past and present, made with the same precision the Aztec empire's master craftsmen demanded.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuy risk-free. If you ever decide you no longer wear it, we buy back the pendant in store credit up to 35%, no expiration. Your silver always has value. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/programa-joya-de-por-vida\"\u003eLearn about the Lifetime Buyback Program\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Authentic .950 silver, purer than .925\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Aztec calendar carved — symbol of the five suns\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Multicolor fire opal hand-set\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Made to order in Taxco — ~2 weeks\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Buyback no expiration up to 35%\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePerfect for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#127873; Anyone drawn to prehispanic culture\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128141; Gifts with historical meaning\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128100; Everyday wear with a chain of your choosing\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDimensions and shipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePendant measures \u003cstrong\u003e4 cm long × 2.5 cm wide\u003c\/strong\u003e. Sold \u003cstrong\u003ewithout a chain\u003c\/strong\u003e — the price is for the pendant only. You can wear it with any .925 or .950 silver chain (sold separately) or a chain you already own. This gives you freedom to choose the length and thickness you prefer. Ships 2-3 business days. Made to order in ~2 weeks — email us at \u003ca href=\"mailto:hola@artetaxco.mx\"\u003ehola@artetaxco.mx\u003c\/a\u003e if you'd like modifications.\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 decide, up to 35% in store credit, no expiration. The stone (opal) reduces the buyback percentage, but the value never reaches zero. \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, it's sold as a pendant only. This lets you choose a chain that fits your style best — thickness, length, and material. We sell chains separately, or use one you already own in silver.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How large does it look when worn?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: At 4 cm long, it's slightly smaller than a 50-peso coin. Visible, but not overwhelming — perfect for daily wear without looking excessive.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is the stone natural?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: It's fire opal as described. If you have questions about its exact origin, email us at \u003ca href=\"mailto:hola@artetaxco.mx\"\u003ehola@artetaxco.mx\u003c\/a\u003e before purchasing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo you have silver you no longer wear?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOld, damaged, or inherited silver — we buy it back. Send photos to \u003ca href=\"mailto:hola@artetaxco.mx\"\u003ehola@artetaxco.mx\u003c\/a\u003e and we'll quote you, no obligation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Aztec calendar in .950 silver — a piece that tells a story every day.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arte Taxco","offers":[{"title":"Única","offer_id":51606188884214,"sku":"ATA-PEN-000006002","price":43.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0702\/2552\/7030\/files\/ATA-TEMP-006002_1.jpg?v=1788996349","url":"https:\/\/www.artetaxcosilver.com\/products\/dije-plata-calendario-azteca-con-opalo-de-fuego-taxco","provider":"Arte Taxco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}