{"product_id":"vintage-large-sardonyx-scene-brooch-set-in-9ct-yellow-gold","title":"Vintage Large Sardonyx Scene Brooch set in 9ct Yellow Gold","description":"\u003cp\u003eA vintage brooch presenting a finely carved sardonyx cameo, set in fine 9ct yellow gold. This rare and distinguished piece exemplifies the refined elegance of classic jewellery design, with intricate detailing that testifies to the meticulous craftsmanship of its era.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSardonyx, a precious stone prized since antiquity, is a banded variety of chalcedony characterised by its striking layers of deep reddish-brown and cream tones. The stone's natural stratification made it the favoured material for cameo carving among master artisans, allowing them to exploit the colour contrasts to create remarkable depth and definition in figural scenes. This particular brooch showcases the sophisticated technique of layered stone carving, a hallmark of fine vintage jewellery.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 9ct yellow gold beautifully complements the rich, layered tones of the sardonyx, creating a harmonious composition. Presented in our signature Brereton Jewellers box with gift bag.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brereton Jewellers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58839068967286,"sku":"V1171RS","price":950.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0990\/4304\/9846\/files\/v1171rs_1.jpg?v=1790609124","url":"https:\/\/brereton.ie\/products\/vintage-large-sardonyx-scene-brooch-set-in-9ct-yellow-gold","provider":"Brereton Jewellers","version":"1.0","type":"link"}