{"product_id":"dije-tortuga-de-plata-950-con-opalo-de-fuego","title":"Turtle Pendant Sterling Silver .950 with Fire Opal","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe ancestral wisdom of Taxco around your neck: a silver turtle that travels with you.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCharacteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Sterling .950 Silver with Hallmark\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eTechnique: Hand-set stone inlay\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eStone: Fire Opal (red-orange)\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eDesign: Turtle — symbol of longevity and protection\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eMeasures: 4.4 cm long\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eChain: Not included (pendant only)\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eWeight: 4.1 g\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Taxco, Mexico\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eA .950 silver turtle that breathes at your chest. At 4.4 cm long, it's visible without being loud — the exact size for the symbol to show when you wear it. The fire opal glows in red-orange tones, as if holding the energy of sunset inside the shell. Each facet of the stone was hand-set, line by line, without machines: that's the difference between a piece and an object.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e.950 sterling silver — two steps purer than standard .925, stronger and more lustrous. The hallmark stamped on the back is the authentication signature that backs what you see and touch. The hand-set stone inlay technique you see here is craft: each groove opens with watchmaker precision, each stone is placed and secured by hand. In Taxco, this technique has shaped the heart of artisan jewelry for centuries.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe turtle is no random symbol. In pre-Hispanic and world traditions, it is protector, symbol of deep time and deep roots. Wearing it is a silent promise: that what matters stays close, that patience and persistence have their reward. Taxco, five centuries of silversmithing, understood that well — each generation of artisans passed the punch to the next, the turtle moving slowly toward perfection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Authentic .950 sterling silver, purer than .925\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Fire Opal hand-set, red-orange tones\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Symbol of protection and longevity\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Modest design (4.4 cm) — understated and powerful\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Lifetime buyback program: your silver always holds value up to 35%\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#127873; Anyone seeking meaning in what they wear\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128141; Gifts with spiritual roots\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128100; Everyday wear with intention\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMeasurements \u0026 Shipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe pendant measures 4.4 cm long — the size of a large coin, visible yet elegant. \u003cstrong\u003ePendant only; chain sold separately.\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose any chain you like in our store (silver, width, style) or use one you already own. Ships 2-3 business days. For custom chains, email \u003ca href=\"mailto:hola@artetaxco.mx\"\u003ehola@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. The percentage decreases gradually, but never reaches zero — your silver always has worth. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/programa-joya-de-por-vida\"\u003eLearn all about the Lifetime Buyback Program\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does it come with a chain?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: No, pendant only. This lets you choose length, width, and style. If you need a recommendation, we're here.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How large does it look when worn?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: 4.4 cm is moderate — noticeable without being overwhelming. The opal shines exactly where it should.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can I order it with a chain?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Absolutely. Contact us to build the perfect pendant + chain combo for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHave Silver You Don't Wear?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eInherited, old, or simply unwanted — we buy it back. Send photos to \u003ca href=\"mailto:hola@artetaxco.mx\"\u003ehola@artetaxco.mx\u003c\/a\u003e and we'll make you a fair offer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA silver turtle that travels with you — because what matters always comes home.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arte Taxco","offers":[{"title":"Única","offer_id":51563658019062,"sku":"ATA-PEN-000005121","price":32.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0702\/2552\/7030\/files\/ATA-TEMP-005121_1_04b7d34d-d37c-4861-94fc-ae09ea4af059.jpg?v=1788020145","url":"https:\/\/www.artetaxcosilver.com\/products\/dije-tortuga-de-plata-950-con-opalo-de-fuego","provider":"Arte Taxco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}