Fire Opal Sterling Silver Pendant — Taxco .950

Liquid fire in your hand — a fire opal inlaid in pure Taxco silver.

Characteristics

• Material: Sterling .950 with Hallmark
• Technique: Hand stone inlay
• Stone: Natural Fire Opal
• Color: Multicolor with orange and green iridescent flashes
• Size: 4.1 cm long
• Weight: 2.2 g
• Finish: Artisanal granulated borders
• Chain: Not included (pendant only)
• Origin: Taxco, Mexico

This pendant captures the essence of fire opal — a play of light that shifts with every movement. The stone, inlaid by hand in .950 silver, rests in a setting that honors the opal's natural forms, preserving every flash. The granulated finish surrounding the inlay adds texture and authenticity of craft, as if the silversmith wanted to frame the fire with his own technique.

.950 silver is purer than standard sterling — just one-tenth less in alloy, but enough to keep the metal whiter, more noble. With its hallmark engraved, this piece is a document: authentic silver, verifiable inlay, made to order in Taxco. The casting technique allows each pendant to be unique, moldable, perfectly adapted to the stone it holds.

Taxco has been the world capital of artisanal silversmithing for five centuries. In those years, silversmiths have perfected not only how to cast and set, but also how to listen to the stone — when to let it lead, when to frame it with granules, when to give it movement. The Arte Taxco story is the story of this craft: patience, light, and silver that never loses its value.

Buy risk-free. We buy back your pendant whenever you decide — up to 35% in store credit, no expiration. Learn about the Lifetime Buyback Program.

Key Benefits

• ✦ Sterling .950 — purer than standard
• ✦ Natural Fire Opal with hand inlay
• ✦ Custom-made in Taxco
• ✦ Artisanal granulated finish
• ✦ Buyback with no expiration up to 35%

Perfect For

• 🎁 Meaningful gifts — a stone that lives in light
• 💍 Special occasions and celebrations
• 👤 Anyone who loves silvercraft and opal

Measurements & Shipping

The pendant is 4.1 cm long — a generous size that shows beautifully when worn, without overwhelming. Sold as pendant only; chain is separate. You can choose any of our silver chains, or use one you already own. Ships 2-3 business days. If you'd like us to assemble it with a specific chain, write to hola@artetaxco.mx.

Lifetime Buyback Program — Your Silver Always Has Value

Buy risk-free. We buy back your pendant whenever you decide, up to 35% in digital store credit, no expiration. Learn all the details of the Program.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Does it come with a chain?
A: No. The price is for the pendant alone. You can add any chain from our store or use one you own.

Q: Is fire opal fragile?
A: More than most stones, yes. Avoid impacts, extreme heat, and prolonged water. This is a piece to enjoy with care, not for rough wear.

Q: Can I choose the chain?
A: Absolutely. Buy the pendant and add the chain you prefer. Or write us to have it assembled for you.

Do You Have Silver You No Longer Wear?

Old silver, inherited pieces, or jewelry you've outgrown — we buy it back. Send photos to hola@artetaxco.mx and we'll give you a quote in store credit with no expiration.

A fire opal, inlaid in five hundred years of craft.