The Many Types of Celtic Jewelry Designs

Posted November 6, 2011 at 12:50 am

There aren't many types of jewelry that have been as popular as that of the Celtic tradition for so long. Going back to the ancient times, the symbols designed by the Celts were destined to be well liked by people all over the globe. Tattoos, borders on websites and of course jewelry can all feature Celtic designs. Celtic jewelry has been treasured throughout the ages, and in this article we'll be looking at why that is.

Celtic wedding rings are now a popular way for people to express their love and commitment to one another. These are usually traditional diamond rings that are decorated with Celtic knots; they may also have the claddagh symbol. While people of Celtic ancestry often choose this type of wedding ring, some people just use them because they like this kind of design best. Celtic wedding rings aren't hard to locate, and you can find them in your area or online. You may be able to find the ideal ring for your needs, or you may need to have one custom made, so you can get exactly what you want. The triskele is a type of spiral that you've probably seen at some point, even if the name isn't familiar. This is a fairly complicated symbol that's made from three spirals that intersect. You can easily find a picture of a triskele online or in a Celtic design book, and then you'll notice that they're also used in necklaces and other Celtic jewelry. A triskele is a design that uses the same basic idea found in Celtic knotwork, as you have a line that's continuous and infinite. The origin of the triskele is very ancient indeed, and goes back thousands of years, to the time before the Celts appeared in Europe. But the Celts made this symbol their own, and you can now find it in artwork and jewelry. If you're drawn to tribal or mystical designs in your jewelry, this would be perfect for you.

If you're looking for an unusual piece of Celtic jewelry, you may want to wear a Celtic torc. Worn as either a type of necklace or a bracelet, this open ended piece of jewelry is very popular. The main difference between a necklace and a Celtic torc is that it is very firm and does not dangle. Identified because of human and animal forms on the jewelry itself, the Celtic torc is very in vogue. The popularity of this particular form of jewelry from the Celts has been around for over 2000 years. Celtic jewelry can usually go with any outfit, which is good because it's not very expensive to own. Whether you are rich, or you don't have much money at all, you can always afford Celtic jewelry. Remember, this is just a summary of what Celtic jewelry is and there is much more to learn if you're interested.