{"product_id":"vintage-sphinx-maltese-brooch-pendant","title":"Vintage Sphinx Maltese cross brooch\/pendant","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a stunning vintage Sphinx brooch that deserves a second life. The Maltese cross design is richly adorned with multicoloured rhinestones in warm autumnal tones—browns, greens, reds, and oranges—creating real visual depth and movement. At 6.5cm square, it's a substantial statement piece, perfect for anchoring a jacket, coat, or bag. The gold tone finish complements the jewel-like stones beautifully. What makes this piece special is its versatility. The secure pin and safety clasp keep it firmly in place, while the loop at the back means you can thread a chain through and wear it as a pendant instead—ideal if you prefer necklace styling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegistered as Sphinx piece number 9229, this brooch is in excellent condition with no missing stones. It date from 1970\/80's. A gold plated chain comes with it so you can transform it into a necklace should you desire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e A genuine vintage find for collectors and anyone who loves bold, colourful costume jewellery with character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSphinx is a British company founded in Chiswick in 1948 that created high quality costume jewellery in a range of styles. they were really sought after and international companies such as Neiman Marcus and Bloomingdale's had lines made for them. The jewellery is often not marked as they then could be marked by the fashion house.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSphinx ceased to operate in the late 1990's.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Natalia Willmott","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56940610945401,"sku":null,"price":85.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1125\/8278\/files\/vintage-sphinx-maltese-cross-broochpendant-3684544.jpg?v=1775036666","url":"https:\/\/nataliawillmott.co.uk\/products\/vintage-sphinx-maltese-brooch-pendant","provider":"Natalia Willmott","version":"1.0","type":"link"}