Silver Pendant Aztec Pyramid Fire Opal — Prehispanic Taxco

The sacred architecture of Tenochtitlan, carried close to your heart.

Characteristics

• Material: Sterling .925 silver with hallmark
• Technique: Combined — casting and hand-set stone
• Stone: Fire Opal, multicolor
• Design: Stepped pyramid and feathered serpent
• Dimensions: 3.5 cm long × 2 cm wide
• Weight: 2.6 g
• Chain: Not included (pendant only)
• Finish: Polished and mirror shine
• Origin: Taxco, Mexico

This prehispanic pendant captures the essence of ancient Mexico: the stepped pyramid that dominated Tenochtitlan, crowned by the feathered serpent (Quetzalcóatl), symbol of wisdom and cosmic cycles. The fire opal, with its multicolored tones evoking sacred fire, completes a visual narrative connecting 500 years of Taxco silvercraft to prehispanic cosmology. At 3.5 cm long, it's a proportionate piece that makes a bold statement without overwhelming.

The combined technique gives the pyramid volume and presence, while hand-setting places each fire opal fragment precisely. The certificate of authenticity confirms .925 sterling with its hallmark. This is real silver, made in Taxco, where silvercraft has been the guardian of memory for 500 years.

Taxco doesn't just make silver — it recovers the voice of Mesoamerica in metal. Every piece with prehispanic motifs is a conversation between past and present, between ancient and contemporary. The Arte Taxco story is the story of artisans who chose to preserve that visual language.

Buy risk-free. When you decide, we buy back your pendant in store credit, up to 35% of its value, with no expiration and no conditions. Your silver always has worth.

Key Benefits

• ✦ Authentic .925 sterling silver with hallmark
• ✦ Multicolor fire opal hand-set
• ✦ Prehispanic design from Taxco
• ✦ Perfect size for necklace or bag charm
• ✦ Buyback up to 35%, no expiration

Ideal For

• 💍 Lovers of prehispanic history and culture
• 👤 Meaningful, thoughtful gifts
• 🎁 Everyday wear or traveler's collection

Measurements & Shipping

3.5 cm long × 2 cm wide. Sold as pendant only; chain not included. Looking for a compatible chain? Write hola@artetaxco.mx and we'll suggest options. Ships 2-3 business days.

Lifetime Buyback Program — Your Silver Always Has Value

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Does it come with a chain?
A: No, pendant only. We can recommend compatible silver or steel chains. Email hola@artetaxco.mx.

Q: What is fire opal?
A: A stone with multicolor tones ranging from red, orange, yellow, and green. It's delicate, so avoid impacts and saltwater.

Q: Why "prehispanic" if it's made in Taxco now?
A: The design rescues Aztec cosmology motifs (pyramid, feathered serpent). The technique and silver are 100% contemporary Taxco — modern craft, ancestral narrative.

Have Silver You No Longer Wear?

Old silver, inherited pieces, or broken jewelry — we buy it back. Send photos to hola@artetaxco.mx and we'll quote you, no obligation.

Unique prehispanic piece — once it's gone, it's gone.