Celtic spirals oval brooch / Celtic spirals pin handcrafted in Ireland. Handmade on the Wild Atlantic Way by craftsman Paul Connolly.

This oval Celtic pin / brooch, derived from the Book of Lindisfarne gives clear examples of Celtic Spirals.

Some of the oldest symbols associated with the Celts are Celtic spirals. Prominently displayed on ancient artifacts dating long before the written word in Ireland, Celtic spirals are second only to Knotwork designs as the symbols most associated with Celtic art. These mythical spirals are among the oldest symbols associated with Celtic art. They are believed to represent the spiritual balance between inner and outer consciousness.

The spiral is probably the oldest known symbol of human spirituality. The Solar cross is probably the oldest religious symbol in the world, appearing in Asian, American, European, and Indian religious art from the dawn of history. Composed of an equal armed cross within a circle, it represents the solar calendar- the movements of the sun, marked by the solstices. Sometimes the equinoxes are marked as well, giving an eight armed wheel, as shown on this piece of Celtic jewellery from Ireland.

Pin with safety catch.

Pre 2018 Paul Connolly was previously trading as Aqua Fortress.

Rebranding was launched at Showcase, Ireland’s Creative Expo, held in Dublin, in January.

Paul is a member of the Crafts Council of Ireland and participated with the Cork Local Enterprise Board.

Two decades of experience has proven him to be a master craftsman, producing quality affordable genuine Irish products.

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