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Celtic Legends Jewelry
Like the spirit of
man, Celtic design has endured the ages, offering us a beauty
that is timeless and unique. The basic symbolism of Celtic knot work is
that
of the "great cosmic loom of the universe." Its unbroken, interwoven knots
symbolize the continuity of the Spirit throughout existence.
All Celtic
Legends Jewelry is made of the
finest
quality 0.925 Sterling Silver.
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Celtic Unicorn
Pendant
The mythical creature known
as the unicorn was often used
to symbolize Christ's incarnation
as well as his sinless life. As
such the unicorn has also
been
used as a symbol of
purity and
kindness.
1 1/4" D
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Warrior Horse
Pendant
The bronze chamfrein (also
spelled chanfron) was both
an armored protection as
well as decoration to instill
fear in the heart of the enemy.
Widespread use of this armor
to protect the head of a war
horse can be found in the
12th century.
1 1/4" D
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Lovers Pendant
"Handfasting" was the word
used
by the Celts to describe their
traditional marriage ceremony
during which couples were literally
bound together. Hand-fasting was
a temporary arrangement which
lasted for a year and a day,
though it could be made
permanent if they both
agreed to doing so.
1 3/8" D
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Hounds of Chulainn Pendant
Hounds are the emblem of
faithfulness in Celtic symbolism
and in the Christian Gospels.
Often serving as guard dogs,
protecting and guiding flocks
of sheep, the dog image became
a symbol for the priest who
protected and guided his
flock of parishioners.
1 3/8" W x 1 1/2" H
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Fintan
Pendant
According to
legend, Fintan was
the only Irish survivor of Noah's
flood, changing into a hawk to
soar above the waters and into
a salmon to live in them. He ate
the gods' magic hazelnuts and
received all knowledge. Finn
MacCool netted Fintan in a
salmon trap and cooked the
hawk for the gods' banquet.
By touching Fintan's flesh,
MacCool absorbed his
knowledge and he was
instantly turned into a
seer and healer.
1 1/4" D
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Night Dragon
Pendant
The dragon is the
guardian of
untold riches. It is the dragon's
keen eyesight and uncanny
ability to sleep with its eyes
open or to not sleep at all
that makes the dragon
perfect for protecting its
treasure from would be
adventurers.
1 3/8" W x 1 3/8" H
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Green Man
Pendant
Rainbow Moonstone
1" W x 1 3/8" H
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Green Man
Pendant
Approximately 1" W x 1" H
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