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Celtic Symbols

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Discover the meaning & history behind some of Ireland’s most recognisable icons.

Story of the Trinity Knot

BlogThe Trinity Knot: A Classic Celtic Symbol

  • Terri Murphy
  • August 21, 2019
  • 31 views
The Story of the Trinity Knot   Trinity Knot The Triquetra, Trinity Knot or Celtic Triangle is one…
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Tree of Life

BlogThe Tree of Life: An Ancient Symbol of Celtic Culture

  • Terri Murphy
  • May 7, 2019
  • 25 views
The Tree of Life In honor of the upcoming ‘Love a Tree Day’ on May 16th, we decided…
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BlogThe Irish Tricolor: 170 Years of Green, White & Gold

  • Molly
  • March 7, 2018
  • 52 views
Today we celebrate the 170th birthday of the Irish tricolor flag. Recognized the world over, the famous green, white…
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BlogThe Many Meanings Behind the Shamrock

  • Molly
  • February 26, 2018
  • 35 views
Over the centuries, the humble shamrock plant has come to symbolise Ireland and all things Irish. The shamrock…
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BlogSt. Brigid’s Cross: An Old Irish Symbol of Protection

  • Jenna
  • January 23, 2018
  • 36 views
Said to ward off evil, fire and hunger; the Cross of St. Brigid is an old Irish symbol of…
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Celtic SymbolsThe Book of Kells: A Treasure of the Western World

  • Molly
  • November 2, 2017
  • 27 views
Once described as “the chief treasure of the western world,” the exquisite Book of Kells manuscript is one…
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Celtic SymbolsThe Celtic Harp: Reverberating Through Ireland’s Ages

  • Molly
  • August 22, 2017
  • 27 views
From the earliest folk tales to the present day, the Harp has played an instrumental role in Irish…
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BlogThe Ancient Irish Shillelagh

  • Molly
  • July 11, 2017
  • 37 views
The Shillelagh is one of the most globally-recognized symbols of Ireland. But how much do we actually know…
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History & HeritageThe Celtic High Cross: A Legacy of Ancient Ireland

  • Molly
  • June 19, 2017
  • 32 views
Standing proudly through the mists of time, the Irish High Cross is an enduring symbol of Ancient Ireland. …
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BlogThe Tara Brooch: A True Irish Treasure

  • Jenna
  • June 6, 2017
  • 43 views
The Tara Brooch was discovered in 1850. Since then it has become a world-renowned icon of ancient Irish…
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