Sterling Silver Snake Pendant Fire Opal Green — Taxco .950

The green fire of opal, trapped in Taxco's sacred serpent.

Features

• Material: Sterling .950 with Hallmark
• Technique: Combined — casting + granulation
• Stone: Fire Opal green limón
• Design: Serpent with textured detail
• Weight: 6.1 g
• Measurements: 4.6 cm length
• Chain: Not included (pendant only)
• Origin: Taxco, Mexico

This pendant captures the energy of the serpent — symbol of transformation in Mesoamerican tradition — in .950 sterling silver. The green limón fire opal glows from the center, reflecting the colors only this stone can hold. Combined technique, with solid casting and hand-applied granulation, brings depth to each curve of the serpent body. At 4.6 cm, it's bold but not overwhelming — it commands attention without dominating the neckline.

.950 sterling silver sourced in Taxco is purer than .925 — the hallmark is your proof. Fire opal is a volatile stone, alive in every angle; here set by hand, no machine, each contact with silver is individual. Combined technique is the signature of Taxco's silversmiths: not casting alone, not granulation alone — it is craft choosing which tool serves the piece best.

Taxco has been the world's capital of artisanal silver for 500 years. Every pendant born from its workshops is a dialogue between inherited craft and contemporary vision. This piece is yours to wear, to gift, to live with — always backed by the promise that your silver, when you decide, retains its worth.

Key Benefits

• ✦ Authentic .950 sterling with hallmark
• ✦ Natural green limón fire opal
• ✦ Combined Taxco technique — casting + granulation
• ✦ Hand-set stone, no machine press
• ✦ Pendant only; chain sold separately

Perfect For

• 🎁 Gifts with spiritual meaning
• 💍 Opal and live-stone lovers
• 👤 Those seeking high-purity silver

Measurements & Shipping

Pendant length: 4.6 cm. This price is for the pendant only — chain is separate. If you need a silver chain for this pendant, write to hola@artetaxco.mx and we'll share options. Ships 2-3 business days; custom work, ~2 weeks.

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% (the cap decreases gradually but never reaches zero), no expiration. Learn about the Lifetime Buyback Program.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Does this pendant come with a chain?
A: No, pendant only. The price covers the opal, silver, and craftsmanship. Chain is a separate choice. For recommendations, write hola@artetaxco.mx.

Q: What is the granulation on the serpent?
A: Tiny sterling spheres soldered by hand to the surface — an ancient technique that adds texture and movement without added weight. Each sphere is placed individually, so every pendant is one-of-a-kind.

Q: Does fire opal scratch easily?
A: It's a softer stone (hardness 5.5–6.5). Keep it in a case, avoid impacts and chemicals. With care, it lasts for years.

Have Silver You No Longer Wear?

Old, inherited, broken silver — we buy it back. Send photos to hola@artetaxco.mx.

Taxco's serpent: 500 years of craft in 4.6 cm.