Sterling Silver Aztec Sun Stone Pendant with Fire Opal — Taxco

The Aztec Calendar's power, carved in silver and multicolor fire.

Features

• Material: Sterling .925 with hallmark
• Technique: Hand-inlaid stone
• Stone: Fire Opal, multicolor
• Design: Aztec Calendar (Sun Stone)
• Size: 3 cm long
• Weight: 2.2 g
• Chain: Not included (pendant only)
• Origin: Taxco, Mexico

This pendant carries Mesoamerica's most iconic symbol: the Aztec Calendar, known as the Sun Stone. At 3 centimeters long — just the right scale to command attention without overwhelming your chest — it's a statement of ancestral connection. The multicolor fire opal framing it blazes in orange, red, and green, as if holding the sacred fire that the Aztecs once revered. Every time you wear it, you carry five centuries of Mesoamerican symbolism.

The sterling .925 silver holding the stone is authentic, stamped with its hallmark, and the inlay was done by hand in Taxco. The technique of hand-setting preserves every facet of the fire opal without machinery, letting the stone's inner fire breathe in natural light. The calendar's relief is carved with precision — each glyph whispers ancient astronomy, now confirmed by science.

For 500 years, Taxco has been the world's capital of artisanal silversmithing. The workshops there inherit techniques traced back to colonial silversmiths, who learned from pre-Hispanic master craftsmen. This pendant is not a reproduction — it's a living dialogue between past and present hands. The Arte Taxco story is woven into every millimeter of silver.

Buy risk-free. When you're ready to pass this on or choose something new, we buy it back: up to 35% in store credit, never expiring. Learn about the Lifetime Buyback Program.

Key Benefits

• ✦ Authentic sterling .925 silver with hallmark
• ✦ Multicolor fire opal hand-inlaid
• ✦ Aztec Sun Stone — ancestral symbolism
• ✦ 3 cm long — scales perfectly with any chain
• ✦ Lifetime buyback up to 35%, no expiration

Perfect for

• 💍 Pre-Hispanic history lovers
• 👤 Gifts with ancestral meaning
• 🎁 Everyday wear with purpose

Measurements & Shipping

The pendant measures 3 cm long. Chain not included — use one you already own or shop ours separately. Ships 2–3 business days. Handmade in Taxco; for custom sizing, email hola@artetaxco.mx.

Lifetime Buyback Program — Your Silver Always Has Value

Buy without worry. We'll buy your pendant back whenever you choose, up to 35% in store credit, with no expiration date. Learn about the Lifetime Buyback Program.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Does the pendant come with a chain?
A: No, just the 3 cm pendant. You can use a chain you already own or purchase one separately. This gives you freedom to choose the length and style that suits you best.

Q: What is fire opal?
A: A precious stone with inner fire — flashing orange, red, and green. Every stone is unique in its play of light. It's more delicate than turquoise or onyx, so protect it from water and impacts.

Q: Can I order a larger pendant?
R: Yes. This is the standard size (3 cm), but Taxco artisans can make it bigger. Email hola@artetaxco.mx with your preferred size and we'll quote you.

Do You Have Silver You No Longer Wear?

Old silver, inherited pieces, or anything you've outgrown — we buy it back. Send photos to hola@artetaxco.mx and get an instant quote.

Handcrafted Aztec silver pendant — carry the Sun Stone with you.