Celtic Maidens
Celtic Maidens
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The Symbolic Meanings of Celtic Jewelry
Celts enjoy a long history full of rich traditions and cultures. The culture and traditions live on today in various forms. Celtic jewelry is a perfect reflection to the culture. Frankly speaking, many people are not clear about the meaning implied in Celtic jewelry. So let's take a quick look at the meaning of Celtic jewelry and get indulged in this fabulous culture.
Celtic jewelry, as the fashionable and noble jewelry, possesses great significance. The common and typical designs on Celtic jewelry are knots, crosses, spirals and Claddagh rings. As a matter of fact, each style tells something about Celts culture.
Knots
This design is widely used in Celtic jewelry. They are so attractive that people cannot help buying one. It's difficult to tell where the knot begins or ends. The intricate design make the jewelry both fashionable and timeless works of art. There is no definite implication about the knots. But they usually considered being a symbol of eternity for its unique design. People also hold that they can ward off evil spirits. Besides, they symbolize the fact that everything is interconnected with each other from the beginning to the end. Due to its indefiniteness and mystery, people become more and more obsessed with the jewelry.
Crosses
When you look at the cross design, you may first think that it is the symbol of Christian. As a matter of fact, it has more rich meanings. The four arms of the cross respectively stand for water, air, fire and wind. The cross depicts the unbreakable connection among the four elements of earth. Wearing crossed Celtic jewelry is supposed to increase one's knowledge, wisdom and fortitude.
Spirals
Spirals, especially triple spirals, are quite popular in the jewelry design. The number three has been associated with religious beliefs. For instance, holy trinity stands for father, son and Holy Spirit. Here, triple spirals possibly symbolize three forms of a woman in her whole life. They are a maiden, mother and crone. Besides it also has some knowledge about the direction of spiral. If the spiral rotates clockwise, then it means that life starts from winter for the clockwise turn is used to stand for sun in winters. If it is in the opposite direction, it tells that there is a balance between evil and good.
Claddagh rings
A heart (depicting love), a crown (representing loyalty) and two hands (symbolizing friendship) holding the heart and crown make up a claddagh design. The characters of the design make the Claddagh ring a perfect choice for engagement or wedding. There is knowledge with respect to wearing of a Claddagh ring. If someone is in love or engaged or married, she or he should wear the ring on left hand with crown pointing outward. If not, the ring with the crown pointing inward is going to be worn by the people.
Now you may have a general idea about the meanings of Celtic jewelry designs. It is undeniable that Celtic jewelry receives great popularity. People who are big on vintage, antique and fashion jewelry are cline to opt for Celtic jewelry.
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