Turtle Pendant Silver .950 with Fire Opal — Taxco

The turtle of blue opal — protection and wisdom at your neck.

Characteristics

• Material: Sterling .950 with hallmark
• Technique: Hand-set stone inlay
• Stone: Fire Opal, deep blue tone
• Design: Turtle — symbol of protection and earth connection
• Length: 5.3 cm
• Width: [VERIFY]
• Weight: 8.9 g
• Chain: Not included (pendant only)
• Hallmark: 950
• Origin: Taxco, Mexico

A turtle in .950 silver that glows deep blue — the fire opal catches light in a way that feels alive, as if it holds the fire of Taxco itself. This pendant is 5.3 cm long, the perfect size to read as real jewelry, not an accent. The hand-set opal on each flipper and across the shell is precision work: every stone placed by a Taxco jeweler's hand, and no two pendants are exactly identical. The textured shell, created with granulation technique, mirrors the pattern of the animal's real skin.

.950 silver is even purer than .925 — nearly 95% authentic silver. It comes with its certificate of authenticity. Hand-set engagement is a craft that cannot be rushed or machined: each stone is seated individually by the hands of an artisan, in Taxco, where the turtle has been a guardian of the waters that fed the city for 500 years. The Arte Taxco story is about honoring that craft.

Buy risk-free: we buy back your pendant whenever you choose, up to 35% in store credit, no expiration. Learn about the Lifetime Buyback Program.

Key Benefits

• ✦ Authentic .950 silver with verified hallmark
• ✦ Fire Opal hand-set, deep blue tone
• ✦ Symbol of protection and wisdom
• ✦ Handmade in Taxco — no two pendants are alike
• ✦ Buyback with no expiration up to 35%

Perfect For

• 🎁 Those who love protective symbols
• 💍 Meaningful gifts with artistry
• 👤 Collectors of handmade jewelry

Measurements & Shipping

Length: 5.3 cm. Pendant only — chain sold separately. You can add your choice of chain (silver, leather, steel) on a future order, or email hola@artetaxco.mx for a recommendation. Ships in 2-3 business days. Custom made in ~2 weeks if you'd like personalization.

Lifetime Buyback Program — Your Silver Always Has Value

Buy risk-free. We buy back your pendant whenever you decide, up to 35% in store credit, no expiration. Learn about the Lifetime Buyback Program.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Does it come with a chain?
A: No. The price is for the turtle pendant only. Chain sold separately. Email us if you'd like a recommendation on length or material.

Q: Is the opal natural?
A: Yes, it's natural fire opal, high quality, hand-set. The blue tones vary slightly on each piece, which is what makes them unique.

Q: Why the turtle?
A: In many cultures, the turtle is a symbol of protection, patience, and wisdom. In Taxco, it connects to the earth and water that nurtured silver craft for five hundred years.

Do You Have Silver You No Longer Wear?

Old silver, inherited pieces, or jewelry you've outgrown — we buy it back, no questions. Send photos to hola@artetaxco.mx and we'll offer store credit instantly.

Blue opal turtle — each one is unique, made in Taxco.