{"product_id":"antique-georgian-carnelian-bird-intaglio-fob-in-15-carat-gold-circa-1820-copy-1","title":"Antique Thistle Intaglio Fob Pendant in 9 carat Gold; Circa 1830","description":"\u003carticle style=\"font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; text-decoration: none; caret-color: #000000; color: #000000;\" data-turn=\"user\" data-scroll-anchor=\"false\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-289\" data-turn-id=\"b96c1d06-4a5d-49a9-9961-105813663937\" dir=\"auto\" class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-(--header-height)\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003carticle style=\"font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; text-decoration: none; caret-color: #000000; color: #000000;\" data-turn=\"assistant\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-290\" data-turn-id=\"request-6932bec6-10c8-832e-9647-ac4d21b3112f-36\" dir=\"auto\" class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(16)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-2\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-id=\"db626cef-6e77-4306-93ce-a8068acdd6c4\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[1px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full wrap-break-word light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"206\"\u003eA handsome late Georgian intaglio fob of refined design. The form is neat and architectural, terminating in a rectangular mount that allows the intaglio itself to take centre stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"208\" data-end=\"648\"\u003eSet at the base is a glowing warm quartz seal, its honeyed tone catching the light beautifully and giving the piece a gentle, mellow radiance. The stone has been expertly engraved with a thistle. A motif rich in symbolism, long associated with resilience, protection, and Scottish heritage. The fine detail of the carving is especially impressive, with the spined leaves and tufted bloom rendered with confident precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"650\" data-end=\"929\"\u003eFobs such as this were both practical and personal, used to seal correspondence while also serving as a subtle statement of identity or allegiance. The restrained elegance of the mount paired with the warmth of the quartz creates a piece that  feels tactile in the hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"931\" data-end=\"1098\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eA beautiful and tactile Georgian survivor, full of charm and history. Perfect as a pendant today or as a treasured addition to a collection of antique seals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"848\" data-start=\"702\"\u003eDETAILS:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eERA: Georgian  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"848\" data-start=\"702\"\u003eSIZE: 20 x 12 x10 mm approximately\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"848\" data-start=\"702\"\u003eHALLMARKS:  unhallmarked 9 carat gold and base metal combination \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWEIGHT: 3.2 grams approx.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCONDITION: Overall in good condition commensurate with the age of the piece with just a few fine nibbles to the surface of the gold and intaglio\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note the antique box is display only\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e-All customs information is declared and we are not responsible for any import duties or delays incurred.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u0026gt; All of the jewels we work with are antique or vintage and as such they are sold ‘as seen. This means theyre not perfect. They carry the love and journey of generations who love them before. These jewels should be worn with extra and love and care.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Heart \u0026 Serpent","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56069563908422,"sku":null,"price":285.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0943\/2966\/7910\/files\/0CD10A25-B3A0-427C-84AF-A3DCFAA857CA.jpg?v=1772194093","url":"https:\/\/heartandserpent.com\/products\/antique-georgian-carnelian-bird-intaglio-fob-in-15-carat-gold-circa-1820-copy-1","provider":"Heart \u0026 Serpent","version":"1.0","type":"link"}