The Traditional Meaning and Elegance of Celtic Knot Rings
Tungsten Celtic rings are trendy and much sought after today, the most common being wedding bands, engagement and promise rings or rings given in the spirit of friendship, yet their intricate designs and patterns that include spirals, knots and scrolls can still not be accurately explained. However, some questions may arise during the Celtic cross rings selection process.
However, the patterns and designs that exist in their art could be looked at as a unique form of writing that has managed to capture their cultures, beliefs, and traditions, which makes them right at home on Celtic knot rings. What is known is that Irish Celtic rings date back to about the 1st century BCE.
For example, your body type should play a role in which Celtic wedding ring you select. Those with petite or delicate builds will be flattered most by a ring that is also slender & delicate.
Ancient history shows that due to persecution the Celts migrated to different lands, one being Ireland. These Irish Celts were later influenced by Christianity and so there are two separate views or meanings that can be attributed to Celtic jewelry.
Aside from body type, there are some other things you may want to consider. Current trends in jewelry design may also prompt your decision.
If you are looking for a interesting mixture of the ancient symbols of Celtic culture (spirals, knot work, Claddagh symbols) & modern style, you may want to go for a more individual ring with a touch of past & present built in to its design.
More common though, these symbolic rings were wrought from bronze or iron but even these were intricately decorated with knot work and spirals and even animals and were so carefully crafted that they too became items of great beauty. Slender bands provide the most traditional, classic look.
There are perhaps many symbols that have been lost over time but the ones in vogue today reflect patterns such as the un-broken Trinity Knot also known as the Celtic triskelion, which has three sides. The number three was very sacred to the ancient Celts and it is believed that this design originally signified the three stages of pagan goddesses which are maiden, mother and old woman, or crone.
After their conversion from Paganism to Christianity the significance changed and became instead a symbol of the Holy Trinity, the father, son and Holy Spirit. Today we can attribute the meaning of love between God, man and wife and even the three way tie between God, the giver of the ring and the love they hold toward family or friends.
Rather than contrasting borders, they often rely on Celtic interlace (along the top of the ring) to provide more richness & ornate beauty. Thin, medium, and wide bands all offer differing degrees of engraving, embossed symbols, & inlaid jewels. Taking the time to shop around and see what looks best to you is important.
