| Celtic jewelry is gaining more and more popularity | | | | faith. According to history, Celts used the cross |
| these days, although they have pretty much | | | | as a symbol of the four elements, namely air, |
| been a staple in many women's jewelry boxes. | | | | water, fire and earth. Some say that the |
| Its various designs have their own meanings | | | | four-point cross is also a symbol of the unity of |
| behind them. They are graceful, sophisticated and | | | | soul, body, heart and mind. |
| timeless. For fashionistas, they are a breath of | | | | The Celtic knot is by far by most popular and |
| fresh air from the usual jewelry cuts and pieces | | | | distinctive Celtic design. The knots are believed to |
| they own. | | | | have been used by Celtic tribes in the olden days |
| History of Celtic jewelry | | | | to ward off evil and protect their families. The |
| Celtic jewelry pieces are widely available in | | | | knot also may mean eternity. With or without |
| jewelry stores, but if you prefer authentic ones, | | | | regard for history, the Celtic knot design adds an |
| you will have to get them from Ireland or | | | | admirable edge to any jewelry piece. |
| Scotland. Celtic people once dominated the | | | | Claddagh rings are named after the town where |
| population of Western and Mid-Europe. They were | | | | they originated. They are symbolic of Irish life, |
| warriors, rulers and merchants. To date, | | | | and are believed to symbolize a lot of things. The |
| descendants of the Celts are found in areas on | | | | ring with a heart design symbolizes love, whereas |
| Scotland and Ireland. The Celts expressed | | | | the one with a crown means loyalty, and the one |
| craftsmanship by creating intricate jewelry from | | | | held with two hands means friendship. These rings |
| bronze, silver and gold. Their designs, such as | | | | were used as wedding bands. They were worn |
| knots and crosses were a tribute to nature and | | | | with the heart design turned in to mean marital |
| faith. The Celts' love for jewelry-making has been | | | | commitment. |
| passed down to generations, and so Irish and | | | | Where to find them |
| Scottish jewelers continue to create gorgeous | | | | Many jewelry shops sell Celtic jewelry, but if you |
| pieces of Celtic jewelry today. | | | | want authentic pieces, you can get them in |
| Popular designs | | | | Ireland or Scotland where there are Celtic |
| The three most popular Celtic designs for jewelry | | | | jewelers who still uphold the tradition of Celtic |
| are the cross, knots, and rings. The Celtic cross is | | | | jewelry-making. |
| well-loved by many as a symbol of eternity and | | | | |