ár sceal
Our story
We believe that jewellery should be intentional, both in how it’s made and what it represents.
Every piece is crafted from solid 18k gold or solid sterling silver — precious metals chosen for their longevity and sustainability. These materials can be worn, loved, repaired, and passed down. They carry weight, literally and symbolically.
Sustainability is at the heart of the process. We create in small batches, using traditional hand tools and time-honoured techniques. There is no mass production, no outsourcing — only the slow, steady rhythm of true craftsmanship. Waste is kept to a minimum, and every piece is made with the intention that it will last a lifetime, not a season.
Irish names are given to each design, — evoking emotion, place, and meaning. They’re chosen for what they say and hat they symbolise — ancient, grounded, and poetic. A subtle reminder to our heritage.
An t-ealaíontoir
The maker
Gayle O’Brien is a goldsmith and designer, drawn to meaningful making. She discovered jewellery in 2012 while studying art. Since then, she has worked exclusively with precious materials: reclaimed 18k solid gold, sterling silver, and ethically sourced natural gemstones.
Her approach is slow and intentional, rooted in traditional goldsmithing techniques that honour the rhythm of the hand and the history of the craft. Each piece is shaped in her studio with care and quiet focus — tactile, understated, and timeless.
Her brand carries the name of her grandmother, a tribute to the strong, graceful women who came before her. Woven through her work is the Irish language — rich, lyrical, and deeply rooted in place. Every design is given an Irish name, chosen for its meaning — a subtle thread of heritage and magic.
Gayle’s understated style offers a fresh and thoughtful approach to jewellery, where sustainability is central and beauty lies in simplicity. Her goal is to shape an ethical way forward for the Irish jewellery industry — one handmade piece at a time.
For Gayle, jewellery is a quiet kind of connection — to self, to memory, to land. Made to last, made to matter.