{"product_id":"dije-tortuga-de-plata-950-con-opalo-de-fuego-verde","title":"Turtle Pendant Sterling .950 with Green Fire Opal — Taxco","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe sacred turtle of Taxco: protection and wisdom at your heart.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eMaterial: .950 sterling silver with hallmark — highest purity\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eTechnique: Hand-inlaid stone\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eStone: Fire opal in green tone\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eDesign: Sacred turtle with carved details\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eMeasurements: 5.2 cm long\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003ePendant only: Does not include chain\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eWeight: 7.8 g\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eMade to order in Taxco\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Taxco, Mexico\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe turtle is a symbol of protection, longevity, and connection to the earth in Prehispanic cultures. This pendant captures that ancestral spirit: each segment of the shell is a hexagon of green fire opal, hand-inlaid one by one into .950 sterling. The result is a piece that rests on your chest like a talisman, with the opal's inner glow revealing shades of green and golden reflections under light. Small yet substantial — just 5.2 cm — the turtle carries weight and presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eStone inlay is a precision technique: each stone is fixed manually into its setting without press or mold. With fire opal, the challenge is greater — the stone is delicate, and the artisan must calculate pressure and angle so it stays secure without fracturing. Sterling .950 (ninety-five hundredths) is the highest purity achievable without losing structural strength; its whiteness and density make the opal glow. The .950 hallmark is proof of authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTaxco has been the world capital of artisanal silver for 500 years. This is no accident: the craft is inherited, refined, respected. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/nuestra-historia\"\u003eThe story of Arte Taxco\u003c\/a\u003e is woven into every piece. The turtle you wear was assembled in Guerrero workshops by hands that know every technique, every stone, every silver formula.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuy risk-free. If you ever decide it is not for you, we buy back your turtle in store credit, no expiration, up to 35% of original value — because Taxco silver always holds worth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; .950 sterling authentic with hallmark — highest purity\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Fire opal green: hand-inlaid stone, one-of-a-kind\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Sacred symbolism: protective turtle\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Made to order in Taxco workshops\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Lifetime buyback up to 35%\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#127873; Those seeking a Prehispanic-rooted talisman\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128141; Meaningful gift of protection\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128100; Collector of Taxco artisanal work\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMeasurements \u0026 Shipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePendant length: 5.2 cm. Pendant only — no chain included. You can pair it with any chain you prefer (silver chains available in store). Ships 2–3 business days. Made to order in ~3 weeks: \u003ca href=\"mailto:hola@artetaxco.mx\"\u003ehola@artetaxco.mx\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eLifetime Buyback Program — Your Silver Always Holds Value\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuy risk-free. We buy back your turtle anytime you choose, in store credit with no expiration, up to 35% of the original value. \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 come with a chain?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: No, the pendant is sold alone. We recommend a 45–50 cm chain so it hangs at heart level. We stock sterling silver chains.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How fragile is fire opal?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Opal is softer than many stones. With care — stored in a case, away from direct impact — it will last for years. Avoid saltwater and perfumes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is it truly handmade?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes. Inlaying each opal segment is done by hand, no machinery. This is what makes each turtle unique and the process take weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo You Have Silver You No Longer Wear?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eInherited jewelry, broken pieces, or items collecting dust — we buy them back. Send photos to \u003ca href=\"mailto:hola@artetaxco.mx\"\u003ehola@artetaxco.mx\u003c\/a\u003e and we'll quote you, no obligation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe sacred turtle of Taxco awaits at your heart. Buy today, protected always.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arte Taxco","offers":[{"title":"Única","offer_id":51507031245046,"sku":"ATA-PEN-000005296","price":53.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0702\/2552\/7030\/files\/ATA-TEMP-005296_1.jpg?v=1787585139","url":"https:\/\/www.artetaxcosilver.com\/products\/dije-tortuga-de-plata-950-con-opalo-de-fuego-verde","provider":"Arte Taxco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}