Whale Tail Silver Pendant with Fire Opal — Taxco .950

The magic of fire opal in a pure silver whale tail.

Characteristics

• Material: Sterling .950 silver with hallmark
• Technique: Hand stone setting
• Design: Whale tail (symbol of freedom)
• Stone: Fire opal, multicolor
• Dimensions: 2.8 cm long
• No chain included — pendant only
• Weight: 5.4 g
• Hallmark: 950 (superior silver purity)
• Origin: Taxco, Mexico

A small but striking pendant: a whale tail in pure silver, crowned with a fire opal that shifts between reds, oranges, and greens as you move. The size of a five-peso coin — perfect to wear close to your heart on any chain you choose. Each piece is a journey to the ocean, carved in Taxco with the precision of 500 years of silversmithing craft.

Sterling .950 (also called king silver) is even purer than .925, making it more malleable and resilient over time. The fire opal you see in the photos is a living stone: it changes color with light, time of day, and your own energy. That's why no two pendants are identical. Hand setting means each stone was placed individually, without machinery — an artisanal decision in every facet. Check the certificate of authenticity to learn how we verify every piece.

Taxco has been the world capital of artisanal silversmithing for 500 years. Since the conquest, the silversmiths of this city have perfected techniques that other regions took centuries to learn. A pendant from Taxco is not just jewelry — it's heritage. Discover the story of Arte Taxco and why every piece from this city carries the dignity of craft.

Key Benefits

• ✦ Authentic .950 sterling silver, superior to .925
• ✦ Multicolor fire opal — shifts with every angle
• ✦ Hand-set, artisanal Taxco craftsmanship
• ✦ Small but stunning: 2.8 cm of pure freedom
• ✦ Lifetime buyback up to 35% with no expiration

Perfect for

• 🎁 Gifts with spiritual meaning
• 💍 Ocean and nature lovers
• 👤 Collectors of living stones

Dimensions and Shipping

Pendant length: 2.8 cm. Sold as pendant only — chain not included. You can thread it on any silver chain you already own, or email hola@artetaxco.mx for recommendations. Shipping 2-3 business days to anywhere in Mexico and the USA. Made to order — crafted on request to ensure quality.

Lifetime Buyback Program — Your Silver Always Has Value

Buy risk-free. We buy back your pendant whenever you decide, up to 35% in store credit with no expiration. The stone adjusts the ceiling (due to added value), but your investment in silver never reaches zero. Learn about the Lifetime Buyback Program.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Does it come with a chain?
A: No. The price is for the pendant alone. You can use any silver chain you already have, or reach out for recommendations on chains that pair well with this size.

Q: Is it too small? Will it look good when I wear it?
A: At 2.8 cm, it's about the size of a five-peso coin. Worn on a chain close to your chest, the fire opal really shines — small but bold. Perfect for those who love subtle jewelry with character.

Q: How is the stone hand-set?
A: The silversmith places each stone in its seat and secures it with tiny silver claws, without a press. Every gesture counts — which is why each piece varies slightly. That's your proof of authenticity.

Do You Have Silver You Don't Wear?

Old, inherited, or damaged silver — we buy it back. Email hola@artetaxco.mx with photos. Your silver always has value.

A Taxco pendant with a living opal — when it shines, it really shines.