Celtic Cross Pendant

Celtic Crosses were carved in stone in the Brittish Isles, and priamarily date from 700 to 900 AD. The actual historical meaning behind these crosses is far from certain. My friend Stephen Walker, of Walker Metalsmiths, cites one possible origin of this unique design in an article that can be found on his webpage (http://www.celtarts.com/celtic.htm). This may not be the actual, historical origin, but in its own way it rings true:

There is a legend of how St. Patrick, when preaching to some soon-to-be converted heathens, was shown a sacred standing stone that was marked with a circle that was symbolic of the moon goddess. Patrick made the mark of a Latin cross through the circle and blessed the stone, making the first Celtic Cross. This legend implies that the Saint was willing to make ideas and practices that were formerly Druid into Christian ideas and practices. This is consistent with the belief that he converted and ordained many Druids to lives as Christian priests.

Our Celtic Cross is 1.75 inches (45 mm) tall by 1.25 (32 mm) wide. It is available in bronze or sterling silver, and comes with a 18" gold or silver tone steel chain.