{"product_id":"this-extraordinary-art-deco-era-czech-brooch-is-unlike-anything-we-ve-encountered-before","title":"This extraordinary Art Deco–era Czech brooch is unlike anything we’ve encountered before !","description":"\u003cp\u003eSUPER RARE CZECH TREASURE — Real Tortoiseshell Starburst Brooch! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA once-in-a-lifetime find for the serious collector!\u003cbr\u003eThis extraordinary Art Deco–era Czech brooch is unlike anything we’ve encountered before — the central starburst plaque is hand-carved from genuine tortoiseshell, not faux material, making it an exceptionally rare survivor in the world of Czech costume jewellery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tortoiseshell itself is mesmerizing: rich swirls of cognac, honey, and deep mahogany come alive when worn in daylight — but the true magic appears under UV, where the shell lights up with an eerie-beautiful green glow, a hallmark of genuine antique tortoiseshell.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeld in place by ornate brass filigree prongs, the star is crowned with an intricate multi-tiered filigree rosette, giving the piece a celestial, sun-bursting presence. Warm smoky-topaz Czech rhinestones are set into the rosette and bezel-set around the perimeter, adding golden sparkle and depth that complement the tortoiseshell’s natural warmth.\u003cbr\u003ePieces of this calibre — featuring real tortoiseshell in a Czech filigree build — are virtually unheard-of.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComparable high-design Czech brooches (with faux shells) range between $95–$225 (R1,800–R4,200), but true tortoiseshell examples are exceptionally scarce and command a premium when found.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA stellar jewel for the discerning Czech collector —\u003cbr\u003ea star born in the Deco era and glowing still.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasurements : The brooch measures 59cm in diameter and weight of 33 grams\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Expedition With Jones","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50596710580530,"sku":null,"price":895.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0871\/2110\/1106\/files\/20251103-130128.jpg?v=1762224162","url":"https:\/\/expeditionwithjones.com\/products\/this-extraordinary-art-deco-era-czech-brooch-is-unlike-anything-we-ve-encountered-before","provider":"Expedition With Jones","version":"1.0","type":"link"}