{"product_id":"georgian-rose-link-chain-1","title":"Georgian 'Gran Spinat' Rose-Link Chain","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGorgeous Maltese rose link chain necklace dating from the early 19th century, circa 1810. It's 15 inches in length and crafted in rich-toned pinchbeck, fastening with a barrel clasp.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis type of chain is known as a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eGran Spinat\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, with each link crafted from a hollow rectangle and adorned with delicate granulation that converges to create a delicate foliate design. Its origins trace back to the reign of the Order of the Knights of St. John, who brought this delicate art form to the shores of Malta in the 16th century. Historically, the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eGran Spinat\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e was not merely an ornament but a symbol of status and sophistication worn by the Maltese elite and a true testament to Malta's multicultural history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEra: Georgian, circa 1810\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLength: 15 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWidth of links: 2.9mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMarks: None, tests as pinchbeck (base metal)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition: Great antique condition; light wear consistent with age.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lost Heirloom","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53574782353720,"sku":"LO3259","price":500.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/7387\/2952\/files\/Website-8763.jpg?v=1793528072","url":"https:\/\/lostowl.com\/products\/georgian-rose-link-chain-1","provider":"Lost Owl Jewelry","version":"1.0","type":"link"}