Archive for the 'Celtic Rings' Category

January 27, 2010

The Celts, who were ancient inhabitants of Central and Western Europe, may be long gone, but the telling symbols they created and upheld live on in today’s modern times.  Their intricate knots, rhythmic spirals, spirited beasts, and cryptic crosses all convey an intense faith and a belief in the interconnectedness of life.  The Celtic cross, for instance, is said to be older than Christianity and is more than just an equal-armed structure within a circle.  Symbolically, it can mean the four quarters of the Earth, or the four elements earth, air, fire, and water, while the circle speaks of infinity and the sun’s path in the sky.
 
Celtic legacy and pride are beautifully manifested in jewelry.  Celtic rings, necklaces, and earrings all standout with their distinctive symbols regardless of their gold or silver reinforcements.  They are brilliant examples of old traditions and modern designs fused together and preserved into meaningful creations. A perfect embodiment is the Celtic knot earrings.  With sterling silver and 14K gold versions, these ear adornments supposedly stand for humanity’s eternal journey for spiritual growth.  So if it’s uniquely exquisite pieces you seek, go for Celtic jewelry.