{"product_id":"dije-rana-de-plata-950-con-opalo-de-fuego-taxco","title":"Frog Pendant Silver .950 with Fire Opal — Taxco","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eA leaping frog in silver — symbol of transformation and good fortune.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCharacteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Sterling .950 silver with certified hallmark\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eTechnique: Hand stone setting\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eStone: Multicolor fire opal\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eSize: 2.6 cm long — compact and versatile\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eWeight: 2.8 g\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eIncludes: Pendant only (chain sold separately)\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eFinish: Mirror polish on silver, hand-carved relief on legs\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Handcrafted in Taxco, Mexico\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eA frog in silver — the timeless symbol of transformation, fertility, and the luck that leaps from Mexican pre-Hispanic tradition into modern necklaces. This pendant captures the suspended motion of a frog with a rounded body cradling a fire opal that glows multicolor — those reds, oranges, and greens dancing across the stone like captured mineral fire from Taxco. At 2.6 cm long, it is visible enough to notice, yet discreet enough for everyday wear. Each leg is articulated with precision, eyes alert in polished silver — a pendant that comes alive when it moves.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCrafted in .950 silver — even purer than .925 — with the hallmark that certifies its authenticity. The fire opal is set by hand, placed in its silver bezel without press or machinery. Fire opal is a living stone — its reflections shift with the angle of light, with the movement of whoever wears it. That is why this piece is unique: no two opals glow exactly alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTaxco has shaped symbols in silver for 500 years. The frog is no modern invention — it appears in Mexican pre-Hispanic iconography as guardian of water, symbol of change and renewal. When you wear this pendant, you wear that continuity: the craft of artisans who inherit their technique from grandfathers of silver, the precision of hands that know how to cut and polish silver without machines doing the work. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/nuestra-historia\"\u003eThe Arte Taxco story\u003c\/a\u003e is in every detail of this frog.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuy risk-free with the \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/programa-joya-de-por-vida\"\u003eLifetime Buyback Program\u003c\/a\u003e. We buy back your pendant whenever you decide, up to 35% in store credit, no expiration. Your silver always has value.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Authentic .950 silver, purer than .925\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Multicolor fire opal with unique reflections\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Hand-set stone — each one placed individually\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Perfect size for everyday wear: 2.6 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Buyback up to 35% with no expiration\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#127873; Those who love symbols of transformation\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128141; A meaningful gift of good luck\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128100; Collectors of handcrafted Taxco pendants\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMeasurements and Shipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe pendant measures 2.6 cm long — about the size of a 5-peso coin, or slightly larger than a thumb. \u003cstrong\u003ePendant only — chain sold separately\u003c\/strong\u003e so you can personalize the length and style. Ships 2-3 business days. Handcrafted in Taxco.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eLifetime Buyback Program — Your Silver Always Matters\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuy risk-free. We buy back your pendant whenever you decide, up to 35% in store credit, no expiration. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/programa-joya-de-por-vida\"\u003eLearn about the Lifetime Buyback Program\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does it include a chain?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: No. The price is for the pendant only. You can choose your preferred chain — classic snake, strong link, or cord. Email us at \u003ca href=\"mailto:hola@artetaxco.mx\"\u003ehola@artetaxco.mx\u003c\/a\u003e for sizing recommendations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What makes fire opal special?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: It is a semi-precious stone with fire reflections — reds, oranges, greens — that dance under light. Unlike diamond, fire opal is alive and shifts with the angle. It is softer, so it requires care, but its beauty is incomparable.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Why .950 silver instead of .925?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: .950 silver is purer — 95% pure silver vs. 92.5% in .925. It is ideal for jewelry with delicate stones because purer silver is more stable in hand-set bezels.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo You Have Silver You No Longer Wear?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOld silver, heirloom pieces, or jewelry you no longer use — we buy back any Arte Taxco piece without limit. Write to \u003ca href=\"mailto:hola@artetaxco.mx\"\u003ehola@artetaxco.mx\u003c\/a\u003e with photos and details.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA leaping frog in .950 silver — living symbol of transformation.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arte Taxco","offers":[{"title":"Única","offer_id":51788708413686,"sku":"ATA-PEN-000007857","price":39.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0702\/2552\/7030\/files\/ATA-TEMP-1791218478063-kfflp_1.jpg?v=1791218979","url":"https:\/\/www.artetaxcosilver.com\/products\/dije-rana-de-plata-950-con-opalo-de-fuego-taxco","provider":"Arte Taxco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}