{"product_id":"dije-tortuga-plata-925-con-opalo-de-fuego-azul","title":"Turtle Pendant Silver .925 with Blue Fire Opal","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe turtle: ancient symbol of protection and wisdom, worn in living silver from Taxco.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCharacteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Sterling .925 with hallmark\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eTechnique: Combined — casting and hand-setting\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eStone: Blue Fire Opal\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eSize: 3.1 cm long × 3.5 cm wide\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eWeight: 6.5 g\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eDesign: Dimensional turtle\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eFinish: Polished bright\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Taxco, Mexico\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pendant only — chain sold separately\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis pendant is a prayer in silver. The turtle — symbol of earth and longevity in pre-Hispanic cultures — emerges here at the perfect scale to wear close to the heart: just over a thumb's width tall. The blue fire opal that crowns its shell is no accident: each shade — from deep blue to iridescent green — echoes the waters that protect this creature, reinforcing the connection to nature's cycles that Taxco's artisans have never lost sight of.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMade by combined process: the turtle's form is cast in precision mold, then the opal is hand-set, stone by stone, into the shell's geometry. Not machinery — it's artisanal decision at every step. The silver you touch carries the .925 hallmark, authenticity record you'll find in your \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/certificado-autenticidad-joyas-plata-925\"\u003ecertificate of authenticity\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTaxco has been the world's capital of silversmithing for 500 years. Here, the turtle is not ornament — it's history. The combined technique you see — precision casting united with hand-setting — is heir to generations of silversmiths who made Taxco synonymous with real silver. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/nuestra-historia\"\u003eDiscover the Arte Taxco story\u003c\/a\u003e and how each piece supports an ancient craft at risk of extinction.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuy risk-free. Your silver always holds value. When you no longer want this pendant, we buy it back — up to 35% in store credit, no expiration. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/programa-joya-de-por-vida\"\u003eLearn all about the Lifetime Buyback Program\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Authentic sterling .925 with hallmark\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Blue Fire Opal hand-set\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Turtle: symbol of wisdom and protection\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Combined casting and hand-setting — made in Taxco\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#10022; Buyback no expiration up to 35%\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIdeal for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#127873; Lovers of pre-Hispanic symbolism\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128141; Gifting protection\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u0026#128100; Collectors of meaningful pendants\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMeasurements and Shipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe pendant measures 3.1 cm long × 3.5 cm wide — the size of a large coin, perfect to show on the skin. Weight: 6.5 g. \u003cstrong\u003ePendant only — chain purchased separately.\u003c\/strong\u003e Ships 2-3 business days. Questions about sizing or looking for a specific chain? Write to \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. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/programa-joya-de-por-vida\"\u003eLearn all 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 — this is the pendant price only. Chain purchased separately, so you choose the length and style that suits you best.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is the hallmark on .925 silver?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: It's the authenticity stamp — purity mark guaranteeing the silver is 92.5% pure. In Mexico, the hallmark is synonymous with true jewelry.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is the opal natural?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: It's described as fire opal; its blue tone is characteristic. If you have questions about origin or stone type before purchasing, reach out — we'll advise you at no obligation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo You Have Silver You No Longer Wear?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eInherited, old, or simply forgotten — we buy it back. Send photos to \u003ca href=\"mailto:hola@artetaxco.mx\"\u003ehola@artetaxco.mx\u003c\/a\u003e and we'll offer fair price in store credit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSilver turtle in fire opal — when it's gone, there's no other like it.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arte Taxco","offers":[{"title":"Única","offer_id":51745103347958,"sku":"ATA-PEN-000007455","price":60.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0702\/2552\/7030\/files\/ATA-TEMP-1790361325875-msfmt_1.jpg?v=1790361704","url":"https:\/\/www.artetaxcosilver.com\/products\/dije-tortuga-plata-925-con-opalo-de-fuego-azul","provider":"Arte Taxco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}