Celtic Bracelet Celtic bracelets and Celtic jewellery

Mystical Celtic Jewelry

Mystical Symbolism with Intricate Designs and Beauty

A Celtic bracelet is a bit of ancient symbolism artfully crafted into an intricate design based upon the Celtic knot or a variation. The Celtic design is intriguing and mysterious as it incorporates twisting and interlocking knots that seem to be endless, often in the vein of the moebius strip. These pieces of jewelry are interesting in that they often blend a kind of coarse appearance (knots and the like) into an artful creation that is unique from tamer forms of jewelry. In other words, Celtic jewelry seems to capture the essense of an earlier, more mytical time of human history and connects you with a more elemental past than modern jewelry.

The triskele knot is sometimes the principle design of a Celtic bracelet. This beautiful knot symbolizes the celtic elementals of land, sea and sky and is one of the several tritities of the Celtic belief system. You don't have to adopt ancient beliefs to appreciate the symbolic homage paid to ancient peoples and other times.

One of the most popular forms of Celtic jewelry is a wedding ring. Many brides and grooms choose an infinity ring with Celtic knots that form an endless pattern around the ring. Another design is the morvan pierced wave knot. The word "morvan" means sea and the ring suggests the movement of waves around the endless surface of the ring.

Historical References

A popular Irish myth tells how Saint Patrick created the Celtic cross to aid in conversion of the Celts to Christianity. The Celtic cross blended the symbolism of the Celtic religion with the traditional cross of Christianity. As early as the 7th century stone Celtic crosses began to appear first across Ireland and then throughout Great Britain. The Celtic Revival in the middle of the 19th century added more interest in the use and display of Celtic crosses and jewelry. Even today, Celtic crosses and variations are popular designs for gravestones and statuary and Celtic jewelry offers some of the most unique and beautiful jewelry designs available.

Use

Celtic design has many attractions that include:

bracelets, charms and pendents wedding rings with symbols of eternity tattoos mugs and coffee cups T-shirts athletic logos and advertising

What to Look For

Look for fine silver with either artificial or real gemstones. Some silver bracelets are silver overlaid over a lead-free pewter while other, more expensive bracelets may be of pure silver or yellow gold.

Pay close attention to the links and to the clasps. look for a good finish, sturdy design, and a positive action on the clasp.

Summary

A Celtic bracelet or other Celtic jewelry can be a thoughtful gift for someone who would enjoy jewelry that is unique and different from the standard fare. Of course, Celtic jewelry can also be an ideal way to celebrate Irishness in a grand way!

Dr. Richard Porr (richporr)

Richard has been writing and teaching in areas of success and leadership for over 30 years. The author is also interested in ancient peoples and their traditions and artifacts. Check out his site on Celtic bracelets.

Dr. Richard Porr (richporr) is a university professor and lifelong learner and teacher who has a passion for success and leadership and a love of history.