Celtic Knots

Celtic knots are a variety of (mostly endless) knots and stylized graphical representations of knots used for decoration, adopted by the ancient Celts. Though Celtic knots were being created in Polytheistic Celtic times, these knots are most known for their adaptation for use in the ornamentation of Christian monuments and manuscripts like the 8th century Book of Kells.

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Hebridean Jewellery

Hebridean Jewellery create and produce sterling silver and gold jewellery from the Pictish and Celtic periods through to contemporary pieces of jewellery.

Situated in Iochdar on the North West coast on the Isle of South Uist in the Outer Hebrides of Scotland, Hebridean Jewellery have an expert team of craftsmen who are led by John M Hart. John’s father was one of the pioneers in the revival of Celtic jewelry in the 1940s and some of the designs he created have stood the test of time and are in production to this day. Hebridean also produce new designs and commissions - and their silver and gold jewellery is available all over the UK and internationally, being sold from a range of quality craft shops and jewellers.

The designs range from neck torcs through to brooches or delicate earrings, some of which are inset with various gemstones. If you are looking for traditional Scottish gem set pieces, then Hebridean Jewellery is one manufacturer who uses carnelians, Scottish agates and Iona marble as well as precious gems including diamonds, rubies, sapphires and amethysts.