Scottish Thistle Jewelry

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  • Sassenach Thistle Ring
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  • Nairn Thistle Earrings
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  • Cairn Sabie Thistle Earrings
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  • Katrine Thistle Bracelet
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  • Thistle Luckenbooth Brooch
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  • Argyll Thistle Necklace
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  • Triple Thistle Cuff Bracelet
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  • Celtic Thistle Scarf Ring
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  • Petite Double Thistle Earrings
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  • Cairn Baird Thistle Necklace
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  • Ailean Thistle Ring
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  • Rhoswen Thistle Band Ring
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  • Ben Nevis Thistle Kilt Pin
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  • Realistic Thistle Earrings
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  • Raeburn Thistle Earrings
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  • Scottish Thistle Pewter Scarf Ring
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  • Adairia Thistle Ring
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  • Mairi Triple Thistle Necklace
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  • Thistle Scarf Ring
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  • Scottish Spring Thistle Necklace
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  • Thistle Tartan Brooch
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  • Aberdeenshire Thistle Necklace
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  • Jacobite Thistle Necklace
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  • Bold Thistle Brooch
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  • Audrey Thistle Earrings
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  • Scotland Thistle Brooch
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  • Scotland Triple Thistle Brooch
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  • Scottish Thistle Trinity Knot Necklace
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The choice of the thistle as Scotland’s national flower might seem confusing to some. In many parts of the world, the Scottish thistle is not considered beautiful, but a noxious, invasive weed. Sharp spines run along the length of the stem and leaves of this eight-to-twelve-foot tall plant. Pull up a thistle, and a new plant will grow from any fallen seeds or bits of root left behind – certainly not the kind of flower that someone would think of as a national emblem! To the Scottish, however, these qualities represent courage, tenacity, and protection, making the thistle flower a beloved symbol of Scottish identity.

Celtic Crystal Design Jewelry carries a full line of jewelry inspired by the Scottish thistle, incorporating the flower in beautiful, handcrafted pieces made of silver, gold, and several other materials. Browse our extensive collection to pick your favorites!

The Legend of the Scottish Thistle

Between the eighth and 13th centuries, Vikings frequently raided the north and west coasts of Scotland. According to a popular legend, one such raid came ashore near an encampment of sleeping Scotsmen.

The Vikings planned to ambush the encampment and removed their shoes in order to move more quietly. However, as they crept towards the camp, a raider stepped onto a thistle. His outcry woke the Scottish, who then rallied themselves and repelled the Viking attack.

Of course, as is customary with legends, there are variations to this tale. However, all versions have a similar theme: the thistle’s “unwelcoming” qualities protected Scotland and its people from invaders. To honor the role of the thistle in their victory, the Scottish incorporated the flower into their national emblem.

The Thistle in Scottish History

In 1470, King James III of Scotland decreed that the Scottish thistle be engraved on silver coins, making it a royal symbol. Less than a hundred years later, King James V named the thistle Scotland’s national flower. He also established The Order of the Thistle, Scotland’s highest (and England’s second-highest) order of knighthood.

Today, you will find the Scottish thistle in the names and logos of sports clubs, businesses, and other organizations. Around the world, communities with Scottish roots use the thistle flower to symbolize their connection. When industrialist and philanthropist Andrew Carnegie established the Carnegie Technical School, he incorporated the Scottish thistle into the school’s logo to honor his homeland.

The Symbolism of The Thistle

To some people, the Scottish thistle has negative associations, such as pain, hostility, obstacles, and unwanted intrusions. However, to the Celts – particularly the Scottish – the thistle is a positive symbol, representing tenacity, resilience, protection, and the wild beauty of Scotland. Most importantly, the thistle is a symbol of fierce pride in Scottish culture and history.

Handcrafted Thistle Jewelry for Every Occasion

The Scottish thistle makes a wonderful gift for someone with strong ties to Scotland, or who has a personality reminiscent of the thistle’s traits. Celtic Crystal Design Jewelry has a wide selection of jewelry inspired on the Scottish thistle, including necklaces, earrings, cuff links, kilt pins, and shawl rings.

Choose a simple thistle with a gold or silver finish, or find a piece that incorporates other elements of Celtic culture, such as Celtic knotwork, Claddaghs, Luckenbooths, or the thistle-and-rose (a representation of the alliance between England and Scotland). Whatever piece you choose is sure to be appreciated by anyone who holds Scotland close to their heart.