Irish Celtic Jewels Blog

The spiral is a powerful, recurrent symbol in Celtic culture. Its provenance can be traced back to the sixth century. But what does it really mean?

The mysteries of the curving, gentle lines of the Celtic whorl, or spiral, are a source of fascination for historians and laymen alike.

Over the centuries, this powerful, mystical symbol has been studied and, in time, its secrets have been revealed.

The spiral is related to life-force and to the journey of birth, death, and spiritual resurrection that is a tenet of the Christian faith. From its roots in the days of the Druids, the circular design has evolved, carrying with it a message of undying faith in the Divine Being. …continue reading The Celtic Spiral In Today’s Jewelry

One of the greatest man-made recurring wonders of the world is the Winter Solstice at Newgrange, Co. Meath, Ireland.

On the 21 st December each year, as dawn rises, sunlight enters the 5000 year old chamber. It is an awesome spectacle of mathematical precision that contradicts completely with the notion that our distant forefathers of that time lacked intelligence. …continue reading Unique Virtual Tour of Newgrange Ireland