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Today I’m sharing with you a selection of my favourite Irish inspired necklaces made by talented Irish artists. If you love what you see here, then view my full selection on my Etsy Irish inspired necklaces favourites page.
Sterling Silver Map of Ireland Necklace by Arnua
This sterling silver map of Ireland is the perfect keep sake for the Irish at heart. Each map is individually handcrafted by Arnua in their workshop in Dublin, Ireland to bring you a quality piece made to last for generations. The map is exquisitely detailed and is available in either plain or it can be personalised with any colour stone such as your birthstone. This gem can be set in any location on the map, for example if you were born in February and are from Galway, you can have an Amethyst set over Galway. The pendant can be further personalised with an inscription. The pendant hangs from a heavyweight belcher chain which you can choose from three different sizes, and secures with a strong lobster clasp. Each piece is hallmarked in the Irish Assay Office in Dublin Castle and stamped ‘Made in Ireland’.
A Stór My Darling Pendant by CladdaghDesign
This handcrafted sterling silver pendant features the Irish word A Stór means my darling, my treasure in Irish Gaelic. The message is hand inscribed by Cork based CladdaghDesign in Ireland’s oldest writing, the mysterious ancient script of Ogham. Ogham has been dated back to the 4th century. Examples can still be seen on giant standing stones scattered around the Irish landscape to this day. This pendant carries the Irish hallmark from the Irish Assay Office in Dublin Castle, along with the unique maker’s mark.
For more Ogham inspired gift ideas, see my Beautiful Irish Made Ogham gift ideas post.
Wooden St Brigid Cross Necklace by Charmvood
St Brigid cross is a small cross usually woven from rushes. Brigid’s crosses are associated with Brigid of Kildare, one of the patron saints of Ireland. The crosses are traditionally made in Ireland on St Brigid’s feast day, 1 February, which was formerly celebrated as a pagan festival marking the beginning of spring. Many rituals are associated with the making of the crosses. Traditionally they were set over doorways and windows to protect the home from any kind of harm. This wooden St Brigid Cross necklace is carved from cherry tree and made by Dublin based artist Charmvood. The pendants are attached to a length of 1.5mm waxed cotton cord which has been knotted to form an adjustable necklace.
Silver and Gold Celtic Shield / Ardagh Pendant by Arnua
This sterling silver Celtic Shield pendant is inspired by the exquisite detail on the Ardagh Chalice. Dating back to the 8th Century, the Ardagh Hoard is a collection of 8th Century Irish Christian metalwork. The best known piece is the Ardagh Chalice, a large, two-handled silver cup, decorated with gold, gilt bronze, brass, lead pewter and enamel, which has been assembled from 354 separate pieces. The pendant features a solid yellow gold centre shield and the chain is a strong belcher/rolo and the closure is a lobster clasp. Each Celtic Shield pendant is individually handcrafted to order in Arnua’s workshop in Dublin, Ireland.
Claddagh Pendant by FoxfordJewellery
The Claddagh is a traditional Irish symbol. The hands represent friendship, the heart love, and the crown stands for loyalty. An angel wing has been added to the extension chain which sits at the back of the neck to represent a guardian angel. This Claddagh pendent is made of sterling silver and is made by FoxfordJewellery in Galway. Their shop has a beautiful range of Claddagh pendants available for purchase.
Connemara Marble Celtic Tree of life Pendant by CelticJewelryDesign
This sterling silver pendant features a tree of life with Connemara marble inlay. The symbolism of the Celtic Tree of Life is ultimately about the forces of nature combining to create balance and harmony. The branches reach for the sky, the roots reach down into the ground. The Celts believed that the Tree of Life was a symbol of longevity, wisdom and strength. Matching earrings are also available.
Silver Ogham Pendant Personalised with Names Inscribed Ancient Script by CladdaghDesign
This silver pendant is personalised with up to three names of your choosing in Irish Gaelic. For example, you could add names of children, or you could add a special inscription of your choice. The message is hand inscribed by Cork based CladdaghDesign in Ireland’s oldest writing, the mysterious ancient script of Ogham. Ogham has been dated back to the 4th century. Examples can still be seen on giant standing stones scattered around the Irish landscape to this day.
Silver Shamrock Necklace by OceanMoonDesigns
This sweet little pendant uses shamrock leaves which are carefully pressed into silver by the maker OceanMoonDesigns who is based in Galway. Every leaf is carefully selected from their garden, rain or shine in Galway on the west coast of Ireland. The artist presses the shamrock into a recycled silver metal clay. Once dry, they file it by hand before the shamrock goes into a kiln for two hours at 900c. Each little piece emerges unique, a shadow of the leaf. Because they use one shamrock for each charm, no two will ever be the same. Whether you have loved ones who are far from home, or you just want to keep a bit Ireland with you, this is the perfect keepsake that will also bring good luck.
Sterling Silver Celtic Pendant by FoxfordJewellery
This beautiful Celtic necklace is made by FoxfordJewellery in Galway, Ireland. This particular piece is a double sided Celtic pendant is made in solid sterling silver and features yellow gold plating on part of the knot and an angel wing on the chain which sits at the back of the neck to represent a guardian angel. FoxfordJewellery have a variety of Celtic knot designs to choose from.
Antique Irish Lace Pendant Necklace by AnnSmythStainedGlass
This delicate, dainty daisy pendant has been created using a piece of ivory handmade antique Irish lace. Handcrafted, the pendant measures 20mm in diameter and hangs from an 18 inch sterling silver rope chain. The lace is encased in domed clear glass cabochons and is sealed using the Tiffany stained glass technique. The daisy is a symbol of love, sensuality and fertility.
