{"product_id":"small-tara-brooch-irish","title":"Tara Brooch","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTara Brooch in Sterling Silver\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Tara Brooch is among the most celebrated artifacts of Early Christian Ireland, dating to around 700 AD and now housed in the National Museum of Ireland in Dublin. Found at Bettystown, County Meath, it was given the name \"Tara\" by Victorian dealers who recognized its extraordinary artistry — a small piece that nonetheless represents the pinnacle of Insular metalwork, with ornate decoration covering every surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis sterling silver version is a miniaturized replica of the original historic brooch, capturing the penannular ring form with its ornate decorated terminals and elongated pin. The hinged pin back makes it appropriate for securing on a lapel or scarf. A meaningful gift for those who celebrate Irish heritage and the legacy of Celtic craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMATERIALS \u0026amp; CRAFTSMANSHIP\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nHandcrafted in sterling silver at Walker Metalsmiths in Andover, NY. Original design by Stephen Walker. Measures 1¾\" wide (45mm) by 1¼\" tall (32mm).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLearn more:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/celticjewelry\/11213485-in-search-of-meaning-symbolism-of-celtic-knotwork-and-design\"\u003eCeltic Knotwork \u0026amp; Design Symbolism\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/celticjewelry\/8568723-lost-wax-casting-process\"\u003eHow It's Made: Lost Wax Casting\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eItem number: \u003cstrong\u003eSW3235\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Walker Metalsmiths","offers":[{"title":"Sterling Silver","offer_id":17432881668,"sku":"SW3235","price":115.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0223\/9193\/products\/IMG_3143.jpg?v=1483725961","url":"https:\/\/walkerscelticjewelrrush.com\/products\/small-tara-brooch-irish","provider":"Walker Metalsmiths","version":"1.0","type":"link"}