A starfish suspended in silver, with the hypnotic glow of fire opal.
Characteristics
- Material: .950 Silver with hallmark
- Technique: Combined — hand-set stone + repoussé
- Stone: Fire Opal, green
- Design: Articulated starfish
- Length: 3.4 cm
- Weight: 3.5 g
- Chain: NOT included — pendant only
- Hallmark: .950
- Made to order in Taxco, Mexico
Every starfish tells a story of motion, of arms open to the ocean. This pendant captures that geometry in .950 silver — the purest standard, reserved for pieces worthy of generations. Fire opal, with its play of green light that shifts with each angle, is the stone for those unafraid to shine differently. Not a diamond: better. It is mineral fire, genuine iridescence, a gift of nature. The hand-set stone and repoussé work from Taxco embrace each side of the gem without constraining it — the combined technique honors the freedom of the stone.
.950 silver is the standard of Taxco's master silversmiths. At 95% pure silver (versus the more commercial .925), this purity offers durability without sacrificing the flexibility of artisanal work. Each starfish in this lot was assembled by hand, with repoussé details carved in relief — not mass casting, but human decision engraved in metal. Your certificate of authenticity backs the purity and weight.
Taxco does not invent traditions — it lives them. For 500 years, the silversmiths of this Guerrero city have perfected techniques the world copies. The starfish is a marine motif, but in the hands of a Taxco artisan it becomes an object of contemplation — each arm is a choice of volume, each curve a breath of metal. The Arte Taxco story honors that craft without diluting it.
This pendant is more than jewelry: it is a talisman of movement, of change, of light that needs no permission to exist. Buy it risk-free. If ever you decide your silver should be worth money instead of memories, we buy it back. Learn about the Lifetime Buyback Program — buyback up to 35%, no expiration, in store credit that never expires.
Key Benefits
- ✦ .950 Sterling Silver — the purest Taxco standard
- ✦ Green Fire Opal with natural iridescence
- ✦ Hand-set and hand-carved repoussé work
- ✦ Exclusive articulated starfish design
- ✦ Lifetime buyback up to 35%
Perfect For
- 🎁 Those seeking a unique marine talisman
- 💍 Meaningful gifts with rarity
- 👤 Lovers of opal and artisan techniques
Measurements & Shipping
Length: 3.4 cm (about the size of a five-peso coin, just larger than a thumb). Pendant only — chain sold separately. Choose yours from our .925 or .950 silver chain collection, or use one you already have. Ships 2-3 business days. Made to order in ~2 weeks: hola@artetaxco.mx
Lifetime Buyback Program — Your Silver Always Has Value
Buy risk-free. We buy back your pendant whenever you choose, up to 35% in store credit, no expiration. Learn about the Lifetime Buyback Program.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does it come with a chain?
A: No — pendant only. This lets you choose: silver, cord, leather, whatever your style calls for. We carry silver chains in our shop, or use one you already own.
Q: What is fire opal?
A: A variety of opal with red, green, and blue iridescence. It is natural stone, not synthetic. Each fire opal is unique — yours will have its own pattern of fire. It is more delicate than quartz, so it requires care (avoid impact and sudden temperature changes).
Q: Can I wear this pendant daily?
A: The pendant itself is robust (.950 silver with repoussé technique), but fire opal is sensitive. We recommend occasional wear or special occasions. If worn daily, do so carefully to avoid hard impacts.
Do You Have Silver You No Longer Use?
Inherited, old, or simply unworn — we buy it back, no questions. Write to hola@artetaxco.mx with photos of the pendant and its weight if you know it.
Green fire opal in .950 silver — where mineral light meets the artisan's hand.
