{"product_id":"dije-serpiente-plata-950-con-opalo-de-fuego-taxco","title":"Snake Pendant Sterling Silver .950 with Fire Opal — Taxco","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eA silver serpent holding the fire of the sky in its heart.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Sterling .950 silver with hallmark\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eTechnique: Artisan stone inlay handcrafted\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eStone: Fire Opal, sky-blue tones\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eDesign: Hand-repousséed serpent\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eFinish: Polished and patinated\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eWeight: 5.6 g\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eDimensions: Length 5.3 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eIncludes: Pendant only (chain not included)\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Taxco, Mexico\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis serpent pendant captures the mystical essence of Taxco in miniature. At 5.3 centimeters long, it's a discrete but unmistakable presence — the perfect size for someone seeking a piece that whispers rather than shouts. The serpent, hand-repousséed in .950 silver, forms an ethereal embrace around the Fire Opal, whose sky-blue tones evoke the first rays of dawn. Each facet of the stone shifts under light, a reminder that true beauty lives in movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStone inlay is an art of patience.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Taxco artisan places each stone by hand, without presses or machinery, ensuring the setting respects the integrity of .950 silver. Fire Opal is a delicate stone — its blues and greens are not dyes but natural light refraction through millions of microscopic silica spheres. That's why it deserves a technique this careful. Check the \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/certificado-autenticidad-joyas-plata-925\"\u003ecertificate of authenticity\u003c\/a\u003e that comes with your piece to confirm the purity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTaxco, the world's silver capital for 500 years, doesn't just cast and work silver — it \u003cstrong\u003etells stories\u003c\/strong\u003e through each piece. This serpent is heir to pre-Hispanic traditions (the symbol of Quetzalcóatl) and the technical mastery of generations of silversmiths. When you wear this pendant, you carry with you the history of a craft that refuses to disappear. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/nuestra-historia\"\u003eLearn the Art Taxco story\u003c\/a\u003e and why our origin matters.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuy risk-free. The \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/programa-joya-de-por-vida\"\u003eLifetime Buyback Program\u003c\/a\u003e guarantees your silver always holds value — up to 35% in store credit, no expiration, whenever you decide to sell it back.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Authentic .950 sterling silver with verifiable hallmark\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Natural Fire Opal with sky-blue coloration\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Artisan stone inlay handcrafted piece by piece\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Repousséed serpent from pre-Hispanic tradition\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Buyback without expiration up to 35%\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#127873; Those who seek mysticism in the minimal\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128141; Unisex gifts with depth\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128100; Natural stone collectors\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDimensions \u0026 Shipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePendant length: 5.3 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e — about the size of a thumb, discreet yet present. Sold \u003cstrong\u003eas pendant only, without chain\u003c\/strong\u003e. You can use a chain you already own or purchase one separately. Ships 2-3 business days. For a custom chain recommendation, \u003ca href=\"mailto:hola@artetaxco.mx\"\u003ewrite us at hola@artetaxco.mx\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eLifetime Buyback Program — Your Silver Always Has Value\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 all the details of the Lifetime Buyback Program\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does the pendant include a chain?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: No. This price is for the pendant only. The chain is separate — use one you already own or write us for recommendations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is stone inlay?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: The artisan sets each stone by hand, without machines. It requires watchmaker precision and respect for the fragility of the mineral.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is Fire Opal delicate?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes. It's a porous stone that can be damaged by salt water or chlorine. Store in a dry case and clean only with soft microfiber cloth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo You Have Silver You No Longer Wear?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOld, inherited, or damaged silver — \u003cstrong\u003ewe buy it back\u003c\/strong\u003e. Send photos to \u003ca href=\"mailto:hola@artetaxco.mx\"\u003ehola@artetaxco.mx\u003c\/a\u003e and we'll make you a fair offer in store credit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEach pendant is unique. When it's gone, it's gone.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arte Taxco","offers":[{"title":"Única","offer_id":51570103484662,"sku":"ATA-PEN-000005590","price":44.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0702\/2552\/7030\/files\/ATA-TEMP-005590_1.jpg?v=1788239334","url":"https:\/\/www.artetaxcosilver.com\/products\/dije-serpiente-plata-950-con-opalo-de-fuego-taxco","provider":"Arte Taxco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}