The Irish Gaelic language is one with a rich and tumultuous history. Originally the predominant language of the Irish people, its usage began to decline in the seventeenth century, due to British dominance and its laws that were enacted to promote the English language. After the Famine of 1845-1852, the population of those who spoke Irish Gaelic decreased to 15%.
The Gaelic Revival of the 19th and 20th century promoted the Irish Gaelic language not only in education, but within media and journalism as well. Today, Irish Gaelic is the official language in Ireland and is found across the country in schools, newspapers, media, and public signage.
The popularity of Gaelic has continued among descendants of Irish emigrants across the world, and has become a popular medium in art, music, and design. Particularly among jewelry, Irish jewelry has increased in popularity - particularly Irish wedding rings that display traditional symbols, knots, and designs.
A fine example of Irish jewelry that incorporates the beauty and meaning of the Irish Gaelic language is the Ladies Le Chéile Celtic Wedding Band. This wedding ring for her is available in silver, white gold, and yellow gold, allowing the bride to complement her engagement band and the band of her groom. The world Le Chéile means "together," and this language- and culture-inspired piece is one that will beautifully symbolize the unity and marital bond of the happy couple.
This ring is a beautiful piece that not only honors the special and meaningful bond of two people, but also combines the meaning of "togetherness" in word and art.
To order this beautiful diamond wedding ring with Irish Celtic Jewels, contact us at our online Celtic jewelry store.
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Thursday, August 26, 2010
Wednesday, August 25, 2010
Emeralds - A Meaningful Precious Stone
Precious stones are gaining popularity in fashion and jewelry design as accented engagement and wedding rings make a comeback. Many women are looking for that unique ring that sets them apart from others. Furthermore, with the development of high quality laboratory-created gemstones, precious and semi-precious stones have become affordable options for those looking for that colorful and unique look.
Known for their vibrancy, emeralds are beautiful stones made from deposits of beryl that is tinted green from varying amounts of chromium and vanadium. Colombia and Brazil are highly prized for their emeralds, and the stones are graded under four basic parameters: color, cut, clarity, and crystal. In reference to emeralds, gemologists look for a pure green hue, but most importantly, a high degree of transparency within the gem.
This 14 karat gold diamond and emerald Claddagh ring is a fine example of designing with emeralds. This ring adds a unique twist to the traditional Claddagh ring as it is designed into the flat surface of the ring, allowing the ring to lie flush against an engagement ring or other design. The stunning .16-carat diamonds and spectacular emeralds flank the centered heart, giving the ring the sparkle and shine every woman desires.
This gold Claddagh ring can also be given as a gift to those born under May's emerald birthstone, or to those celebrating their 20th, 35th, or 55th wedding anniversary.
To order this and other Celtic jewelry, contact us on our online Celtic jewelry store.
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Thursday, July 15, 2010
Diamond Celtic Rings - An Engagement to Remember
Choosing an engagement ring is a stressful decision that can monopolize a man's mind, time, and can even cause problems in a relationship. Sometimes people pick an ordinary, generic ring because they are nervous that she won't like it, or because they can't find that special look or design. Rather than choosing the ordinary and plain engagement ring, picking a ring that truly symbolizes your unique love will sure to have your girlfriend saying "yes!"
A ring can just be a ring, or it can be something truly unique. Taking a cultural design and adding it to your engagement ring design will further display the personal love and promise you wish to make. Celtic engagement rings are an extremely popular choice in engagement rings, and can accentuate Celtic wedding rings beautifully. When choosing Celtic engagement rings, it is important to find a reputable jeweler that specializes in Celtic and Irish jewelry. Online jewelers with superb customer service will provide a stress-free shopping experience that will help you find the ring of your dreams.
The 14 karat, 3-stone Diamond Celtic Ring is a beautiful example of taking a ring and making a true symbol of love and a promise of fidelity. What makes this ring unique is how the diamonds play into the overall Celtic Trinity theme.
As you can see from the photo above, the three beautiful round diamonds are inlaid in a stunning 14 karat yellow gold band. On each side of the trio, Triquetra knots frame the diamonds, creating a unified symbol of the past, present and future. The ring can be set with either 1/3 carat or 1/2 carat diamonds, giving an even further personalized ring for that special someone.
This ring can also be sized from 4 to 10, ensuring that you find the perfect fit. In order to find the right ring size, check the size of rings she routinely wears, or ask one of her friends or relatives to find out for you. If you are keen on the element of surprise, it's especially important not to directly ask her, as a question like that will definitely get a lady thinking!
To order this beautiful diamond wedding ring with Irish Celtic Jewels, contact us at our online Celtic jewelry store.
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A ring can just be a ring, or it can be something truly unique. Taking a cultural design and adding it to your engagement ring design will further display the personal love and promise you wish to make. Celtic engagement rings are an extremely popular choice in engagement rings, and can accentuate Celtic wedding rings beautifully. When choosing Celtic engagement rings, it is important to find a reputable jeweler that specializes in Celtic and Irish jewelry. Online jewelers with superb customer service will provide a stress-free shopping experience that will help you find the ring of your dreams.
The 14 karat, 3-stone Diamond Celtic Ring is a beautiful example of taking a ring and making a true symbol of love and a promise of fidelity. What makes this ring unique is how the diamonds play into the overall Celtic Trinity theme.
As you can see from the photo above, the three beautiful round diamonds are inlaid in a stunning 14 karat yellow gold band. On each side of the trio, Triquetra knots frame the diamonds, creating a unified symbol of the past, present and future. The ring can be set with either 1/3 carat or 1/2 carat diamonds, giving an even further personalized ring for that special someone.
This ring can also be sized from 4 to 10, ensuring that you find the perfect fit. In order to find the right ring size, check the size of rings she routinely wears, or ask one of her friends or relatives to find out for you. If you are keen on the element of surprise, it's especially important not to directly ask her, as a question like that will definitely get a lady thinking!
To order this beautiful diamond wedding ring with Irish Celtic Jewels, contact us at our online Celtic jewelry store.
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Celtic Wedding Bands - Friendship, Love, and Fidelity
Wedding bands are an outward sign of love, friendship, and fidelity. They remind the wearer of his/her promise and show others that he/she has made that commitment to another. While some people prefer a simple band, others may favor a wildly ornate ring. The beauty about today’s wide range of wedding jewelry is that there are endless designs available for any taste. Plus, with the extensive availability of high quality jewelers online, there is no need to settle if you cannot find your dream design locally.
Celtic wedding bands are gorgeous pieces that balance these two preferences. While they are beautifully simple rings, they can also be decorated with Celtic knots, spirals, or Irish designs that tell a particular, personal story. Some can be etched with Gaelic words of love, others may portray the traditional Claddagh ring design, and others weave love knots along the band. A Celtic wedding band gives a traditional edge to a wedding, and will supply endless conversation starters for many years. Furthermore, matching Celtic wedding rings will further connect the bride and groom as a couple, as one look at the unique wedding bands will automatically show which woman and man belong to each other.
The Ladies Gold Trinity Knot Diamond Wedding Ring is a superior example of this equilibrium between simplicity and the ornate. This beautiful ring is available in the traditional 14 karat yellow gold, or you can spring for the modern take with 14 karat white gold. This stunning ring features three diamonds with a clarity measurement of SI and a color measurement of H. While the band is flat and can lie flush against an engagement ring, the diamonds complement its sister ring and add more sparkle to the ring finger. The diamonds are framed by two beautifully crafted trinity knots that are imbedded level with the band. Symbolizing the eternity of love and friendship, these knots are crafted in white gold and bring the focus to the beautifully cut diamonds at the center.
To order this beautiful diamond wedding ring with Irish Celtic Jewels, contact us at our online Celtic jewelry store.
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Celtic wedding bands are gorgeous pieces that balance these two preferences. While they are beautifully simple rings, they can also be decorated with Celtic knots, spirals, or Irish designs that tell a particular, personal story. Some can be etched with Gaelic words of love, others may portray the traditional Claddagh ring design, and others weave love knots along the band. A Celtic wedding band gives a traditional edge to a wedding, and will supply endless conversation starters for many years. Furthermore, matching Celtic wedding rings will further connect the bride and groom as a couple, as one look at the unique wedding bands will automatically show which woman and man belong to each other.
The Ladies Gold Trinity Knot Diamond Wedding Ring is a superior example of this equilibrium between simplicity and the ornate. This beautiful ring is available in the traditional 14 karat yellow gold, or you can spring for the modern take with 14 karat white gold. This stunning ring features three diamonds with a clarity measurement of SI and a color measurement of H. While the band is flat and can lie flush against an engagement ring, the diamonds complement its sister ring and add more sparkle to the ring finger. The diamonds are framed by two beautifully crafted trinity knots that are imbedded level with the band. Symbolizing the eternity of love and friendship, these knots are crafted in white gold and bring the focus to the beautifully cut diamonds at the center.
To order this beautiful diamond wedding ring with Irish Celtic Jewels, contact us at our online Celtic jewelry store.
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Friday, July 2, 2010
Tara's Diary Bracelet - A Modern Celtic Look for the Fashion-Forward
Celtic jewelry is a classic design that will always be in fashion. Combine this with a modern take on charm bracelets, and you're sure to have a statement piece that will be the focus of many conversations and compliments.
The Tara's Diary Charm Bracelet is a perfect example of the amalgamation of traditional and modernity, seamlessly uniting sleek lines with the traditional knots and symbols of the Celtic culture.
Not only does the sterling silver bracelet provide a beautiful and well-crafted base, each bead can be purchased to symbolize a significant event in a girl's life.
Charm bracelets are unique gifts that can be personalized and expanded upon, and the Tara's Diary Charm Bracelet is no exception. Each bead is crafted to perfection and can be interchanged on the bracelet to the wearer's taste. The bracelets components consist of:
• Beads – Each bead tells a personal story, and they can be interchanged to fit the wearer's taste. Colorful glass beads paired with sterling silver charms such as the Tara's Diary Claddagh and Spiral Charm will surely create a one-of-a-kind showpiece for the wearer
• Bracelet – Crafted from exquisite sterling silver, the bracelet has an intricately designed closure and plenty of room for the beads of your choice.
• Spacer – Used to space each of the exquisitely designed beads, the spacers themselves are not to be overlooked. From Celtic spirals to Trinity Knots, the spacers are beautiful sterling silver beads that will add a classic look to your bracelet.
A beautiful birthday, Valentines, Christmas, or Mother's Day gift, the Tara's Diary Charm Bracelet is sure to become a staple in the wearer's wardrobe. To order your bracelet, contact us Celtic jewelry online.
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The Tara's Diary Charm Bracelet is a perfect example of the amalgamation of traditional and modernity, seamlessly uniting sleek lines with the traditional knots and symbols of the Celtic culture.
Not only does the sterling silver bracelet provide a beautiful and well-crafted base, each bead can be purchased to symbolize a significant event in a girl's life.
Charm bracelets are unique gifts that can be personalized and expanded upon, and the Tara's Diary Charm Bracelet is no exception. Each bead is crafted to perfection and can be interchanged on the bracelet to the wearer's taste. The bracelets components consist of:
• Beads – Each bead tells a personal story, and they can be interchanged to fit the wearer's taste. Colorful glass beads paired with sterling silver charms such as the Tara's Diary Claddagh and Spiral Charm will surely create a one-of-a-kind showpiece for the wearer
• Bracelet – Crafted from exquisite sterling silver, the bracelet has an intricately designed closure and plenty of room for the beads of your choice.
• Spacer – Used to space each of the exquisitely designed beads, the spacers themselves are not to be overlooked. From Celtic spirals to Trinity Knots, the spacers are beautiful sterling silver beads that will add a classic look to your bracelet.
A beautiful birthday, Valentines, Christmas, or Mother's Day gift, the Tara's Diary Charm Bracelet is sure to become a staple in the wearer's wardrobe. To order your bracelet, contact us Celtic jewelry online.
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Saint Bridget's Cross - A Uniquely Irish Design
From shamrocks to Claddagh rings, Celtic jewelry and design is a standard of Irish culture and elegance. However, many Irish designs are often overlooked among the less extensive Celtic jewelers. One example of a beautiful and delicate design that can make a beautiful staple in the Irish jewelry admirer's collection are Celtic cross pendants, and particularly, the Saint Bridget's Cross.
Originally made by rushes found on the Irish country side, Saint Bridget's cross is a uniquely Irish combination of culture and religion. Comprised of a woven square in the center with four radials in rotation around it, Saint Bridget's Cross has become an unofficial symbol of Ireland.
Saint Brigid's Cross is associated with Bridget of Kildare, the patron Saint of Ireland. According to Christian legend, Saint Bridget was sent to a Pagan Chieftain's house to console him at his deathbed, and during her consolation, she began to weave a cross out of the rushes on the earthen floor. When the Chieftain asked her what she was making, Bridget told him the story of Christ and Christianity, and the Chieftain was so inspired he was converted upon his deathbed and baptized at the point of death. According to tradition, the Irish would make the crosses on February 1st, her feast day. Traditionally associated with protecting houses from fire and evil, Saint Bridget's Crosses can be found in many Irish and Irish-American kitchens.
For the person who has everything, the 14 karat gold Saint Bridget's Cross is a perfect gift. While the Celtic Cross and Trinity Knot are classic symbols of Ireland, Saint Bridget's Cross is a beautifully unique design of the Emerald Isle. This masterfully crafted Saint Bridget's Cross is a permanent reflection of Irish culture and beauty. This 14 karat gold pendant is uniquely designed to show each individual reed and detail. Whether you're seeking to dress up a formal look or add a delicate splash to a casual wardrobe, this piece of Celtic jewelry will definitely spark conversation and catch admiring glances.
This beautiful pendant can be purchased with or without a matching chain, and comes in a beautiful gift box to display and protect the piece when not being worn. To protect from evil or just to make a fashionable statement, this beautiful piece of Irish jewelry will sure to attract attention.
To purchase your Saint Bridget's Cross necklace, order Irish Jewelry online.
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Originally made by rushes found on the Irish country side, Saint Bridget's cross is a uniquely Irish combination of culture and religion. Comprised of a woven square in the center with four radials in rotation around it, Saint Bridget's Cross has become an unofficial symbol of Ireland.
Saint Brigid's Cross is associated with Bridget of Kildare, the patron Saint of Ireland. According to Christian legend, Saint Bridget was sent to a Pagan Chieftain's house to console him at his deathbed, and during her consolation, she began to weave a cross out of the rushes on the earthen floor. When the Chieftain asked her what she was making, Bridget told him the story of Christ and Christianity, and the Chieftain was so inspired he was converted upon his deathbed and baptized at the point of death. According to tradition, the Irish would make the crosses on February 1st, her feast day. Traditionally associated with protecting houses from fire and evil, Saint Bridget's Crosses can be found in many Irish and Irish-American kitchens.
For the person who has everything, the 14 karat gold Saint Bridget's Cross is a perfect gift. While the Celtic Cross and Trinity Knot are classic symbols of Ireland, Saint Bridget's Cross is a beautifully unique design of the Emerald Isle. This masterfully crafted Saint Bridget's Cross is a permanent reflection of Irish culture and beauty. This 14 karat gold pendant is uniquely designed to show each individual reed and detail. Whether you're seeking to dress up a formal look or add a delicate splash to a casual wardrobe, this piece of Celtic jewelry will definitely spark conversation and catch admiring glances.
This beautiful pendant can be purchased with or without a matching chain, and comes in a beautiful gift box to display and protect the piece when not being worn. To protect from evil or just to make a fashionable statement, this beautiful piece of Irish jewelry will sure to attract attention.
To purchase your Saint Bridget's Cross necklace, order Irish Jewelry online.
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Outside the US? Phone 00-353-1-2070811
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