A gift of jewelry always adds a layer of sparkle at Christmas and a stunning new piece is always an instant guaranteed hit. Many of us attach precious and happy memories to receiving or gifting jewelry and there’s no better time than the last month of the year to tell a special person how much you mean to them.
There is plenty to consider when it comes to gifting jewelry whether it is earrings, a ring, bracelet or bangle, brooch or necklace or tie pin or cuff links. Irish and Celtic jewelry is a great starting point as there are so many different choices when it comes to materials, motifs, styles and the choice of precious stones but in particular special messages and meanings.
A
Claddagh is always a great place to start as the message in this most special of Irish rings is the heart for love, the hands for friendship and a crown for loyalty. A beautiful Claddagh ring, necklace or pair of earrings is an ideal present for anyone from a grandparent to niece, nephew, partner or family member and it is timeless. An additional layer of meaning can be added by choosing a birthstone as part of the design. Throughout history, birthstones have tied tradition with the months, so you can completely tailor the gift to the recipient.
It’s possible to add an engraved message to a piece of jewelry and the Irish language is known as one of the most romantic in the world, layered with meaning. The ancient Irish language of
Ogham uses a series of lines and symbols that look beautiful when engraved and it is possible to personalize an Ogham ring to give it that added value and sentimentality.
There are also some
beautiful pieces of jewelry with very moving messages engraved in to the design such as
this simple silver pendant with the Irish phrase
Mo Anam Cara which translate as the beautiful description of ‘My Soul Mate’. If you are looking for a piece of jewelry, engagement or wedding ring,
this stunning white gold / yellow gold two tone ring has the Irish words Gra, Dilseacht, Cairdeas inscribed within it meaning Love, Loyalty, Friendship.
Irish and Celtic jewelry never dates and a
tie pin or
cuff links is a nice traditional choice. There are many styles ranging from the Claddagh, to a harp motif to the novel idea of a
Coat of Arms which can be customized with the recipients own family motif such as in
this Coat of Arms Oval silver tie tac.
Of course one of the most special Christmas jewelry gifts of all is an
engagement ring and the best and brightest sparkle comes from a precious stone whether that is a traditional diamond solitaire, trilogy or a sapphire, emerald or ruby.
Shine brightly and sparkle this Christmas!