Without doubt one of the most distinctive features of Celtic jewelry, is the Celtic Knot, with its intricate patterns and convoluted connecting patterning that is evident in all pieces of Celtic knot jewelry.
As one of the most recognized artworks in Celtic history; Celtic knots began to appear in history around 450 AD, and although there is no definitive explanation for them, it is thought that each one is connotative of some kind of unification, and that whatever the significance, each of these symbol’s meaning probably changes between tribes and locations.
Widely used in Celtic wedding bands, which have remained popular with couples throughout the years, it is believed that the Celtic knots used to decorate these, despite their differing meanings, all have one thing in common and that is that each interwoven knot design is symbolic of two different paths or souls intertwining with each other.
Examples of this are the Hearts Celtic ring with its intertwining hearts which is thought to represent the love, bond and compassion that we share with others, and the Infinity Celtic ring, with a continuous and never-ending pattern which is said to be reflective of the eternal circles of life.
Celtic Knot Jewelry such as Celtic Bracelets and Celtic Rings are popular Irish gifts because of their meanings and are often given to friends and loved ones as a symbol of love and loyalty.
Blarney Woollen Mills was established in 1823 and is the largest Irish gift store in the world.
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