Sterling Silver Dolphin Pendant with Fire Opal — Taxco .950

A dolphin in silver that shines with the colors of fire.

Characteristics

• Material: Sterling .950 with hallmark
• Technique: Hand-set stone
• Stone: Fire Opal, multicolor
• Design: Dolphin in three dimensions
• Length: 3.7 cm
• Weight: 3.6 g
• Chain: Not included (pendant only)
• Origin: Taxco, Mexico

This dolphin in .950 sterling silver captures grace and freedom—ocean embodied in precious metal. The fire opal resting in the dolphin's body glows in multicolor tones: orange, red, blue, and green—as if carrying the essence of a marine sunset within. Every detail is set by hand, no press, no machine: the stone is placed individually, ensuring light travels through each facet with precision.

Taxco's .950 sterling is even purer than the standard .925—a mark of respect for the world's true capital of silver craftsmanship. The hallmark stamped into the metal is your certificate of authenticity. In Taxco, for 500 years, every silversmith working with silver must mark it with the government's seal of quality. It is far more than a symbol: it is the promise that what you hold is pure silver, made in the birthplace of Latin American silver jewelry.

The story of Arte Taxco is the story of this tradition. The dolphin—sacred in many cultures—represents protection and renewal. Wearing this pendant means carrying that intention with you, backed by the certainty that it was crafted in one of Mexico's most ancient magical towns.

Buy risk-free. Your silver always has value. When you decide, we buy it back in store credit, up to 35%, with no expiration. Learn all about our Lifetime Buyback Program.

Key Benefits

• ✦ Sterling .950 authentic—even purer than .925
• ✦ Multicolor Fire Opal hand-set
• ✦ Artisan dolphin from Taxco
• ✦ Handmade design—each piece varies
• ✦ Buyback with no expiration up to 35%

Perfect For

• 🎁 Ocean and nature lovers
• 💍 Symbol of protection and freedom
• 👤 Taxco silver collectors

Measurements & Shipping

The pendant measures 3.7 cm in length—about the size of a large coin held vertically. Pendant only; chain sold separately. Pair it with any sterling silver chain 1.5 to 2 mm thick for balanced wear. Ships 2-3 business days throughout Mexico. Handmade in Taxco—for custom sizing or a chain included, write hola@artetaxco.mx.

Lifetime Buyback Program — Your Silver Always Matters

Buy risk-free. We buy back your pendant whenever you decide, in store credit, up to 35% of the original price, with no expiration or restrictions. 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 alone. Purchase a chain separately; we recommend 1.5 to 2 mm sterling for balanced wear.

Q: Why .950 sterling instead of .925?
A: .950 is purer—95% silver vs. 92.5%. It is Taxco's standard for artisan handmade pieces like this one.

Q: What is fire opal?
A: A natural opal that glows in warm tones—orange, red, yellow—and cool tones—blue, green. Each stone is unique; yours may have different color combinations. It is delicate: avoid direct heat and prolonged sunlight.

Do You Have Silver You No Longer Wear?

Old, inherited, or damaged silver—we buy it back. Send photos to hola@artetaxco.mx and we quote instantly.

Dolphin in Taxco silver—symbol of the ocean, promise of pure metal.