Ornate celtic pendant designs inspired by the book of kells and by ancient celtic crosses. Fair trade citrine sun necklace in sterling silver. Shop unique, award winning artisan treasures by novica, the impact marketplace. The book of kells, one of irelands national treasures and considered one of the finest of all celtic christian creations, is an illuminated manuscript containing the four gospels of the new testament.
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The pattern of intertwining cords and interlace is derived from eastern and celtic art and incorporated into this beautiful collection of designs. This handmade bronze necklace is made after several depictions in the oldirish book of kells. Aidan breen, book of kells, celtic jewellery, celtic jewelry, dublin, ireland. A beautiful book of kells celtic design sits atop the stone. We design and craft precious, handmade heirlooms for you and yours with love and care in our workshop in dublin, ireland. Shop unicef market for unique handmade necklaces from around the world a every purchase helps save childrens lives. Women gold plated necklace book of kells celtic trinity knot pendant. Leather cord necklace with bone tree of life pendant. Celtic necklace features a rhodium plated finish along with an enameled trinity knot motif from the book of kells.
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Our craftspeople represent the very best of quality, time honoured irish artistry and skill. Trinity college in dublin, ireland has licensed solvar to create the book of kells jewelry collection that ranges from beads to necklaces. Trinity knot necklaces celtic knot necklaces biddy murphy. Book of kells celtic cross pewter pendant leather necklace. New tutorial book of kells beaded angle weave bracelets. Browse our wide selection of irish necklaces, as we have over 400 to choose from online, for both men and women. Celtic knot necklaces celtic knot pendants the irish store.
The trinity knot is often found in illuminated manuscripts like the book of kells 800 ad. Each original piece goes through a certification process to guarantee best value and premium quality. Description inch diameter ivory colored circle with a green blue and gold irish wolfhound from the celtic book of kells made of hand cut hardened acrylic neck cord has. The book of kells is a beautiful illuminated gospel book of the late 8th century. Celtic initial necklace book of kells monogram pendant etsy. Celtic cross pendants book of kells, celtic symbols, celtic. The beading tutorial is 29 pages, including over 100 illustrations and photographs. Monks used the celtic knot designs to illuminate letters as they transcribed the new testament into the book of kells. For a bit of irish green, get this book of kells necklace with a gorgeous cat eye stone.
These fair trade necklaces are made by talented artisans from around the globe. Celtic necklace is a gold plated pendant that features an enameled book of kells trinity knot and celtic spiral motif. Arrives gift wrapped and ready to give to your bridesmaids, friend, mom. I will combine shipping with the purchase of 2 or more items. Christians used it as a sign of the holy trinity and it most famously appears in the stunning 9th century book of kells which is housed in trinity college. Jul 6, 2018 gloriously colorful celtic jewelry whether it is an intricate book of kells design or beautifully hand painted jewelry on copper pieces.
Solvar limited irish jewellery manufacturer solvar jewellery. The rhodium plated book of kells pendant measures 38 thick x 34 wide x 1 14 tall, including the jump ring and the chain bail. Lovely stars, sterling silver and wood star station necklace from mexico. Buy book of kells necklace green cat eye rhodium plated and other pendants at. This is the price excluding shipping and handling fees this seller has provided at which the seller has sold the same item, or one that is virtually identical to it, in the recent. Trinity knot necklace trinity knot pendants the irish. Motives like this were used in a large variety in insular celtic manuscripts. Book of kells celtic cross pewter pendant leather necklace is brand new and is imported from prague. Pendant measures an inch and a half in diameter and comes supplied with a 24 inch black waxed cord. The book of kells was made in ireland or scotland during the renaissance about the year 1400. Welcome to tursan tuesdays, where i take you on a journey through the celtic world. As an irish citizen abroad, i have long enjoyed the trinity gift shop gifts and newslettersyour items have been my book of kells christmas cards, my sisters favourite necklace and jewellery, my two sons st.
Unicef markets necklaces for women collection helps unicef save and protect the worlds most vulnerable children. The pattern of intertwining cords and interlace is derived from eastern and celtic. The book of kells is a 9th century manuscript filled with the four gospels illustrating examples of exquisite celtic knot work and various designs in vibrant colors. Book of kells initial necklace book of kells novica. The book of kells is a richly decorated manuscript containing the four gospels of the new testament. Patricks day special tshirts, my brotherinlaws tie and a special gift of the book of kells history and highlights to my doctor in germany.
Used here, the pendant is looped in the classic lovely lines known to adorn the famous book of kells. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and. Sounds like quite a lot of excitement over a book, doesnt it. It features a stylized celtic bird from the book of kells and a traditional irish harp on reverse. Trinity knot necklace sterling silver by solvar jewelry. Every gift you purchase helps save childrens lives.
This double sided book of kells necklace features an enameled trinity knot design on the front along with the book of kells. Celtic pashmina book of kells design 68 inches x 16 inches irish made. It was created in a columban monastery in either britain or ireland and may have had. Written in latin it contains the four gospels of the new testament and is thought to have been. Each purchase of a handmade necklace from unicef market helps unicef make a lifesaving difference for children in need around the world. Book of kells serpent and beast pewter pendant is brand new and is handmade by a skilled craftsman in the scottish highlands. This piece of jewellery has been irish hallmarked in dublin castle. Book of kells the beautiful complexity of ancient celtic art has always fascinated me, so its little wonder this beaded necklace is one of my favorite pieces. Shop jewelry and gift items based on the irish book of kells at gaelsong, including pendants, bracelets, framed prints, journals, dvds and home decor. The trinity knot also known as the triqueta, an enduring and ancient symbol that has decorated everything from the book of kells to local pubs, represents these significant beliefs.
The book of kells, one of the most magnificentlydecorated works of the insular art island art period features the triquetra but never as the subject of discussion or of an illustration. Brighten up a wardrobe with a statement piece from ireland see more ideas about book of kells, celtic and jewelry. Celtic necklace features an enameled spiral motif from the book of kells along with a gold plated finish. A cross created using four intertwined celtic trinity knots triquetra is called a carolingian cross necklace. The book of kells is a 9th century manuscript filled with the four gospels illustrating examples of exquisite celtic knot work and various designs in. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Original design hand formed into silver metal clay, components were hand built, combined with the design plates, and fired solid. It is something all irish children learn about in school, is regularly discussed as part of irish history and art, and is generally considered to be the countrys most prized possession. Buy sterling silver pendant necklace, book of kells today. Book of kells necklace green cat eye rhodium plated. Find beautiful designs on a great selection of silver necklaces, dog tags, flasks necklaces, pendants and more.
Jewellery gifts trinity gift shop trinity college dublin. This is also where the worldfamous book of kells is stored. Jan 31, 2018 the book of kells is one of the top attractions for visitors to ireland. Pendant measures approximately 1 inch by 1 inch and comes supplied with a 28 inch leather cord. These sterling silver pendants are inspired by the highly decorative capital letters, called initia, that begin each section of text. Solvar limited irish jewellery manufacturer solvar. Silver trinity knot necklace pendant claddagh design. Europe book of kells inspired jewelry hi my sister and i were in ireland this summer and she loved these particular necklaces we saw in a few places around the country.
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