Celtic Jewelry History in Its Most Beautiful Form

Celts are a proud race. They live with their one footEvery Celtic design has a special meaning. For
in to the future, and the other firmly entrenched intoexample, a Claddagh ring is a two hands joining in
the past. They are very proud of their tradition andtwo hearts, with a crown above, symbolizing, love,
culture. A Celtic jewelry may be worn for manytrust and responsibility. Similarly, a Celtic cross with
purposes, but none more importantly than the prideencrusted diamond, and other precious stone, is a
of the culture. The Celtic jewelry incorporates somesymbol for the person's unwavering love and trust in
design themes which are very ancient, and carry athe god. The Celtic knots are a symbol of a
distinct signature of the tradition. For example thecontinuity of the tradition, which will always be carried
Celtic cross is a fusion of the ancient Celtic Paganfrom the past to the present. It represents, union,
religion as well as the Christian cross.and continuity, in the face of any odd. They are also
Similarly, the "Celtic knots" are a unique design whichthe most distinguished features of this jewelry.
is a part of each wearable jewelry, so much so thatThe three most popular pieces of Celtic jewelry are
a jewelry is considered incomplete without the Celticthe Celtic rings, the pendants, and the bracelets. As a
knot. The other more famous designs are the Treepart of the Celtic tradition, a necklace is worn only on
of Life, the Trinity knot, the Welsh Dragon, and thespecial occasions only. These ornaments are
Claddagh design. The jewelry is worn proudly by bothdecorated with the figures and figurines of the Celtic
the genders. They may include the tacs, and tie pins,dragon, the serpent, intricate design patterns such as
lockets, cuff links, earrings, or even watches.knot, the tree of life, and the Celtic cross.