Irish modern history has some very important stories, statements and learnings. The 1916 commemorations are making headlines worldwide and if you are Irish, part of the Irish diaspora or simply interested in Irish history, why not commemorate 1916 with a gift of Irish or Celtic jewelry? Here are some beautiful choices...
History of Ireland Silver Ring
A silver ring is a classic choice and this History of Ireland silver ring tells the history of Ireland around the band with twelve important engravings. Each marking is a different symbol charting the highs and lows in the story of Ireland. One of the symbols is of the General Post Office or GPO which was the scene of the Easter Rising of 1916 which is being commemorated. The ring is presented in an elegant box and accompanied by a beautiful booklet bringing the meaning of the ring to life with a description of each symbol.
History of Ireland Ladies Silver Torc Bangle
The torc is one of the most important pieces of ancient Celtic and Irish jewelry. Torcs have been found all across Europe in Celtic societies and also in Viking and other traditions. A torc is a large ring made of precious metal, usually open at one end. The word comes from the Latin ‘torquis’ meaning to twist, as a lot of pieces were twisted in shape. This History of Ireland ladies silver torc bangle has an additional element to the design in that it includes 12 symbols depicting the story of the history of Ireland from Vikings to the Famine and of course the GPO – the setting of the 1916 Rising.
History of Ireland Cufflinks
Cufflinks are always a great gift for the male in your life and for anyone who would like to wear their Irish pride on their sleeve to commemorate 1916, the solid sterling silver History of Ireland cufflinks are a great choice. They measure 19mm in diameter so while being discreet they manage to include 12 important engravings in the design, which tell the story of the history of Ireland. One of these symbols is the General Post Office (GPO) which was the center of the 1916 Rising when Ireland was declared a Republic by Padraig Pearse and James Connolly.
History of Ireland Silver Celtic Cross Necklace
Celtic Crosses are hugely important in the history of Ireland and well recognized as a symbol of the island. These beautiful expressions of Irish Christian art up to medieval times are dotted around Ireland and show the legacy of past times. A Celtic Cross is always a beautiful piece of jewelry and this History of Ireland Silver Celtic Cross necklace is presented in an elegant box, accompanied by a beautiful booklet describing the meaning behind each symbol.
Commemorate 1916 – with a beautiful gift of jewelry in 2016!