29 items
29 items
29 items
Clochán Castle/Round Tower Pendant
Regular price $119.99925 Sterling Silver Castle/Round Tower Pendant with 46cm chain and lobster clasp.
From the Gaelic "Clochán" - referring to an ancient Irish stone structure.
There are several theories about the uses of round towers. The most popular theory is that the towers were used for defensive purposes. The monks took their treasures and hid inside the tower where they would be safe from raiders. The doorway, high up in the wall, made it difficult for unwanted guests to gain entry. They were also symbols of prestige, power and wealth, not only of the ecclesiastical community that built them but also of their patrons.
Gaelic Hurl Pendant
Regular price $134.99Gaelic Football Pendant
Regular price $124.99Clochán Cottage Gate Pendant
Regular price $124.99925 Sterling Silver Clochán Cottage Gate Pendant with 46cm chain and lobster clasp.
From the Gaelic "Clochán" - referring to an ancient Irish stone structure.
Under old Irish law, or Brehon Law, all households were obliged to provide some measure of hospitality to travellers. This could be shown by the offer of a cup of tea or a glass of Irish whiskey and even an overnight stay.
The garden gate represents the welcome and hospitality of the Irish people to their homes.
Clochán Pendant
Regular price $114.99925 Sterling Silver Pendant with 46cm chain and lobster clasp.
From the Gaelic "Clochán" - referring to an ancient Irish stone structure.
A Clochán is an early Irish stone hut dwelling commonly called a ‘beehive hut’ because of its shape. Clochán' s were a common type of dwelling during the early Christian period and most of the remaining examples are indeed associated with early Christian sites.
Having survived on the Irish landscape for over one thousand years, this Clochán Pendant symbolises strength, survival and protection.
Clochán Abbey Wall Pendant
Regular price $119.99925 Sterling Silver Clochán Abbey Wall Pendant with 46cm chain and lobster clasp.
From the Gaelic "Clochán" - referring to an ancient Irish stone structure.
Abbeys figure prominently in the history and landscape of Ireland. Abbeys are usually walled, with the entire quadrangle containing lots of individual buildings and amenities such as places for guests, the choir, for prayering, conference areas, infirmaries, dining and kitchen halls, dormitories, areas for receiving alms or gifts from outsiders, and even a simple parlor.
The Abbey Wall is a symbol of spiritual retreat and this piece reminds us to let go of daily stresses and problems.
Clochán Skellig Michael Steps Pendant
Regular price $149.99925 Sterling Silver Clochán Skellig Michael Steps Pendant with 46cm chain and lobster clasp.
From the Gaelic "Clochán" - referring to an ancient Irish stone structure.
Irish Monks believed that union with God could best be attained by withdrawal from civilization into harsh and isolated regions. Skellig Michael, off the Irish Kerry coast, was one of these isolated hazardous monastic island retreats founded about the 6th century by St. Fionan. To reach the most secure and remote areas on the island, the monks carved natural steps from the rock.
Skellig Michael has recently gained new global fame due to its appearance in the recent Star Wars films as the secluded home of Jedi Luke Skywalker.
This piece represents personal strength.
Clochán Earrings (Medium)
Regular price $69.99925 Sterling Silver Clochán Earrings.
From the Gaelic "Clochán" - referring to an ancient Irish stone structure.
Each piece is hand-crafted using unusual and beautiful combinations of chunky shapes with a delicate appearance. Its faceted surface of silver "stones" catches the light attractively over both rough and smooth surfaces.
Clochán Earrings (Small)
Regular price $59.99925 Sterling Silver Clochán Earrings.
From the Gaelic "Clochán" - referring to an ancient Irish stone structure.
Each piece is hand-crafted using unusual and beautiful combinations of chunky shapes with a delicate appearance. Its faceted surface of silver "stones" catches the light attractively over both rough and smooth surfaces.
Clochán Giant's Causeway Pendant
Regular price $169.99925 Sterling Silver Clochán Giant's Causeway Pendant with 46cm chain and lobster clasp.
From the Gaelic "Clochán" - referring to an ancient Irish stone structure.
The story goes that Fionn MacCumhaill, a legendary Irish warrior, created the iconic Giant's Causeway to fight the Scottish giant, Benandonner. When he got there, he discovered the Scottish giant was much bigger than himself, so Fionn quickly returned home, but Benandonner followed him back. Fionn's wife dressed her husband as a baby and when Benandonner saw the ‘baby', he fled back across the causeway, ripping it up as he went.
Clochán Castle Door Pendant
Regular price $119.99925 Sterling Silver Castle Door Pendant with 46cm chain and lobster clasp.
From the Gaelic "Clochán" - referring to an ancient Irish stone structure.
The Irish countryside has a vast number of castles that are filled with history and character. Irish castles include some of the oldest and most famous castles in the World.
Medieval castle doors and reception halls were full of ingenious defensive features. The door was always made to open inwards so that it could be secured with a wooden beam and protect the occupants.
This Castle Door pendant is a symbol of security and protection from everyday trials and tribulations.
Clochán Loft Wall Pendant
Regular price $119.99925 Sterling Silver Loft Wall Pendant with 46cm chain and lobster clasp.
From the Gaelic "Clochán" - referring to an ancient Irish stone structure.
Traditional farm buildings were most typically used as byres, stables, barns, and stores.They tended to be very modest in size and detailing, generally built of stone or mud, or a combination of both. The stone barn loft was the storage house for hay, grain or flour.
This pendant symbolises the cycle of life and new beginnings.
Clochán Dolmen Pendant
Regular price $94.99925 Sterling Silver Clochán Dolmen Pendant with 46cm chain and lobster clasp.
From the Gaelic "Clochán" - referring to an ancient Irish stone structure.
This piece is inspired by the Pursuit of Diarmuid and Grainne, one of Ireland’s greatest romantic legends. Ireland is covered with hundreds of stone dolmens (ancient memorial standing stones) which are also said to commemorate the journeys of the fleeing lovers. This piece symbolises the love that two people share and their journey through life. Throughout Ireland many of these dolmens are nicknamed 'The Bed of Diarmuid and Gráinne' (Leaba Diarmuid agus Gráinne).
Irish Dancing Girl Pendant - Reel
Regular price $69.99Irish Dancing Girl Pendant - Jig
Regular price $69.99Bodhrán Pendant
Regular price $59.99Bodhrán Brooch
Regular price $59.99Tin Whistle Pendant
Regular price $59.99
Also known as the Irish Whistle, Penny Whistle, Feadóg Stáin, it is an end-blown fipple flute, like a recorder, strongly associated with Irish music.
Whistlers such as Mary Bergin, Paddy Moloney, Sean Potts, Micho Russell, Joanie Madden and Sean Ryan have played an important role in establishing the tin whistle as an important mainstream Irish traditional music instrument.
Tin Whistle Brooch
Regular price $59.99
Length 35mm, Diameter 5mm, Weight 3.1g.
Also known as the Irish Whistle, Penny Whistle, Feadóg Stáin, it is an end-blown fipple flute, like a recorder, strongly associated with Irish music.
Whistlers such as Mary Bergin, Paddy Moloney, Sean Potts, Micho Russell, Joanie Madden and Sean Ryan have played an important role in establishing the tin whistle as an important mainstream Irish traditional music instrument.
Flute Pendant
Regular price $59.99Available in 925 Solid Sterling Silver and Rhodium Plated finishes.
Comes with a 925 Sterling Silver 46cm chain and lobster clasp.
Length 50mm, Diameter 5mm, Weight 8.4g.
In Irish traditional music, the flute is most commonly made from wood, with a playing technique similar to the tin whistle. The flute has been a fixture in Irish music for centuries. They were originally made of bone, with carved holes to produce notes.
Flute Brooch
Regular price $59.99Available in 925 Solid Sterling Silver and Rhodium Plated finishes.
Length 50mm, Diameter 5mm, Weight 8.4g.
In Irish traditional music, the flute is most commonly made from wood, with a playing technique similar to the tin whistle. The flute has been a fixture in Irish music for centuries. They were originally made of bone, with carved holes to produce notes.
1916 Commemoration Harp Brooch
Regular price $99.99Handmade 925 Solid Sterling Silver 1916 harp brooch with 46cm chain and lobster clasp.
Length 22mm, Width 16mm, Depth 3mm
Originally commissioned for the 1916 GPO Witness History Exhibition.
Ireland is unique in having a musical instrument as its emblem. One of the oldest instruments in traditional Irish music dating back to medieval times. It is a triangular wooden framed wire or gut stringed instrument plucked by the fingers nails.
In the words of Giraldus Cambrensis, the twelfth century Welsh scholar, describing the musicianship of the harper “...the perfection of their art seems to lie in their concealing it, as if it were the better for being hidden.”
1916 Commemoration Harp Pendant
Regular price $99.99Handmade 925 Solid Sterling Silver 1916 harp pendant with 46cm chain and lobster clasp.
Length 22mm, Width 16mm, Depth 3mm
Originally commissioned for the 1916 GPO Witness History Exhibition.
Ireland is unique in having a musical instrument as its emblem. One of the oldest instruments in traditional Irish music dating back to medieval times. It is a triangular wooden framed wire or gut stringed instrument plucked by the fingers nails.
In the words of Giraldus Cambrensis, the twelfth century Welsh scholar, describing the musicianship of the harper “...the perfection of their art seems to lie in their concealing it, as if it were the better for being hidden.”
Celtic Harp Pendant with Engraved Celtic Knot
Regular price $99.99Available in 925 Solid Sterling Silver with a 46cm chain and lobster clasp.
Length 22mm, Width 16mm, Depth 3mm
Ireland is unique in having a musical instrument as its emblem. It is one of the oldest instruments in traditional Irish music dating back to medieval times. It is a triangular wooden framed wire or gut stringed instrument plucked by the fingers nails.
In the words of Giraldus Cambrensis, the twelfth century Welsh scholar, describing the musicianship of the harper “...the perfection of their art seems to lie in their concealing it, as if it were the better for being hidden.”
Concertina Cufflinks
Regular price $165.99A free-reed musical instrument, held by placing the hands through a leather strap, with the thumbs outside the strap and the palms resting on wooden bars.
The concertina has enjoyed a long and distinguished presence in Irish music since the early to mid 1800's.
Concertina Pendant
Regular price $59.99Available in 925 Solid Sterling Silver and Rhodium Plated Finishes. Comes with a 925 Sterling Silver 46cm Chain and Lobster Clasp.
Length 20mm, Width 10mm, Weight 5.1g.
A free-reed musical instrument, held by placing the hands through a leather strap, with the thumbs outside the strap and the palms resting on wooden bars.
The concertina has enjoyed a long and distinguished presence in Irish music since the early to mid 1800's.
Concertina Brooch
Regular price $59.99Available in 925 Solid Sterling Silver and Rhodium Plated finishes.
Length 20mm, Width 10mm, Weight 5.1g.
A free-reed musical instrument, held by placing the hands through a leather strap, with the thumbs outside the strap and the palms resting on wooden bars.
The concertina has enjoyed a long and distinguished presence in Irish music since the early to mid 1800's.
Irish Fiddle Brooch
Regular price $59.99Available in 925 Solid Sterling Silver and Rhodium Plated finishes.
Length 45mm, Width 14mm, Depth 2mm, Weight 5.2g.
One of the key instruments in traditional Irish music. Identical to the violin, but played differently in widely-varying regional and individual styles including Donegal, Kerry, Sligo, Clare, Galway, Cork and many more.
The Irish Famine of 1845-1851 caused thousands of Irish natives to immigrate to the United States. At this time, many Irish musicians sought employment in minstrel and vaudeville shows to make decent money as fiddlers.