Aurelia Celtic Knot Brooch - Handmade in Scotland

Description

Solid pewter Celtic brooch with a large, dark purple crystal center stone.

This brooch uses celtic interlacing to form a strong but intricate woven celtic knot. Adorned with a large amethyst colored crystal - this brooch really sparkles!

This beautiful piece incorporates Celtic Interlacing, with its "overs and unders" representing the "ups and downs" of life; and the unbroken continuity of the endless ribbon symbolizes the hope of eternal life. As such, they are considered by many as a talisman of long life.

1 1/2" x 1 1/2" in solid lead-free pewter with crystal. Handmade in Scotland.

PEWTER
Made of solid lead free pewter - Pewter has been used in jewelry making for pewter does NOT RUST OR TARNISH and will last a lifetime. Pewter was used for decorative metal items in the Ancient World by the Egyptians and later the Romans, and came into extensive use in Europe during the Middle Ages - it was once considered the metal of kings because of its beauty and expense!