TAKE AN ADDITIONAL 20% OFF THE ALREADY REDUCED SALE PRICE - ADDITIONAL 20% IS DEDUCTED AT CHECKOUT with code SAVE20 Celtic Thistle Pewter Brooch with detailed Celtic knotwork. A beautiful polished finish that is perfect for any lover of Celtic culture! This large 3 1/4" x 3 1/4" brooch has a sturdy 2 3/4" pin to hold any cape, wrap, kilt or decorate a coat or jacket. Polished pewter finish to bring out the details of the six thistles and their leaves. A beautiful pin that will get attention and become your favorite go-to piece for a rich Celtic look! 3 1/4 x 3 1/4" in size with a 2 3/4" locking pin. 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! 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.
