Prehispanic Silver Pendant with Fire Opal — Taxco .925

The Aztec calendar in your pocket — prehispanic power in sterling silver.

Features

• Material: Sterling .925 with hallmark
• Technique: Hand-inlaid stone setting
• Design: Prehispanic calendar — Tonacatecutli (Sun)
• Stone: Red Fire Opal
• Size: 3.5 cm long
• Weight: 2.4 g
• Includes: Pendant only (chain sold separately)
• Finish: Polished with visible setting
• Origin: Hand-crafted in Taxco, Mexico

This pendant reclaims prehispanic iconography in its most recognizable form: the sun face of the Aztec calendar, a symbol of power, renewal, and cosmic connection. At just 3.5 cm long, it's versatile enough for any chain — fine silver, leather, cord. The red fire opal catches light in ways unique to its kind, evoking the sacred fire of Mesoamerican tradition. Every detail is hand-inlaid in sterling .925 — no machines, no shortcuts.

Sterling .925 guarantees authenticity and durability; an authenticity certificate accompanies each piece. Stone inlay is a craft requiring precision: each opal fragment is individually placed and set by hand. The result is not a cast mold — it's a work of craftsmanship.

Taxco has been the world's silver capital for 500 years. The Arte Taxco story grows from that legacy: we inherit techniques, honor authentic silver, and create pieces that reconnect with Mexico's cultural roots. A prehispanic pendant made in Taxco is not coincidence — it's the craft honoring its own soil.

Buy risk-free with the Lifetime Buyback Program: we repurchase your pendant whenever you wish, up to 35% in store credit, with no expiration. Your silver always has value.

Key Benefits

• ✦ Sterling .925 authentic — hypoallergenic
• ✦ Red Fire Opal hand-inlaid
• ✦ Prehispanic calendar — authentic Aztec iconography
• ✦ Compact size: fits any chain
• ✦ Buyback up to 35% with no expiration

Perfect For

• 🎁 Gifts with cultural meaning
• 💍 Those who love Mesoamerican history
• 👤 Versatile everyday accessory

Measurements & Shipping

Pendant length: 3.5 cm. Pendant only — chain sold separately. Pair it with any silver, leather, or cord chain you prefer. Ships 2-3 business days. Want it with a chain included or custom-sized? Contact 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 store credit, no expiration. Learn about the Lifetime Buyback Program.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Does it include a chain?
A: No, pendant only. You can pair it with any silver, leather, or cord chain. If you'd prefer it with a chain included, let us know.

Q: How large is it when worn?
A: 3.5 cm long — about the size of a Mexican 5-peso coin. Compact but visible, perfect for everyday wear without overwhelming the neckline.

Q: Is fire opal durable?
A: Fire opal is more delicate than harder stones. Avoid direct impact, chlorine, and perfumes. Stored safely in a dry case, it will last for years.

Have Silver You No Longer Wear?

Old silver, damaged pieces, or inherited jewelry — we buy it back. Send photos to hola@artetaxco.mx">hola@artetaxco.mx and we'll offer fair price in store credit.

Prehispanic design in sterling .925 — each pendant is unique.