Classic Scottish Thistle Tie Bar

Description

A highly attractive Celtic Tie bar, with a design based on a traditional Scottish Thistle. This beautifully detailed thistle tie bar speaks to the strength of this little thorny flower - the national flower of Scotland.

Crafted in the finest Pewter, this quality Tie bar will delight lovers of all things Celtic, and the unique history of the Celts and their influence on our lives today.

Polished finish pewter - measures 2 inches wide. Center focal piece thistle is 3/4" x 3/4" in size.

About the Thistle

The prickly purple thistle is the national emblem of Scotland. Ever present in fields and pastures throughout Scotland, thistle has been Scotland's emblem for centuries. The first use as a royal symbol was on silver coins issued by James III in 1470.

The Lovely Symbolism of the Thistle Flower

The thistle represents overcoming adversity and difficult situations. It’s a symbol of resilience. In Celtic regions, the thistle represents devotion, bravery, determination, and strength. In addition, the thistle is considered a symbol of protection. It is also called the “flower of the sun“ and is used as protection against evildoers. The thistle is often seen on the front doors of Celtic homes. The flower’s pink and purple colors represent nobility and royalty.