Shamrock Celtic Knot Pewter Pendant Necklace - Irish Good Luck

This shamrock Celtic knot necklace joins the three-leaf clover with woven knotwork. Shamrock comes from the Irish seamrog, meaning summer plant. The three leaves long carried meaning for the Irish. Three was a sacred number to the ancient Druids.

Each shamrock Celtic knot necklace is cast in lead-free pewter. The clover sits within an interlaced Celtic knot design. Saint Patrick is said to have used the shamrock to teach the Trinity. The plant remains a clear sign of Irish identity.

• Material: Fine lead-free pewter, 1-sided
• Dimensions: 1 1/8 in H x 1 1/8 in W x 1/8 in D. Weighs 1 oz.
• Cord: 33 in black cord, knot the ends to adjust the length
• Wear: Unisex, suitable for a man or woman
• Includes: Legend description card
• SKU: PDP-3015
• Collection: Celtic and Irish Collection

The Shamrock in Irish Tradition

Old Irish legends gave the shamrock quiet powers. Some said it warned of coming storms. The Druids prized the number three within their leaves. Wearing the green later marked the wish for an independent Ireland.

Saint Patrick and the Celtic Knot

Tradition holds that Patrick taught the Trinity with a shamrock. The three leaves stood for three persons in one God. Celtic knotwork, with no clear start or end, suggests the eternal. The harp, not the shamrock, is Ireland's official emblem.

Styling and Wearing the Shamrock Celtic Knot Necklace

The shamrock Celtic knot necklace suits any wearer. The 33 in cord adjusts by knotting the ends. The knotwork holds fine detail in the pewter. It wears well on Saint Patrick's Day and year round.

Care Notes

Wipe the pewter with a soft, dry cloth. Avoid harsh chemicals and abrasive cleaners. Store it flat or hanging to protect the cord.

For More Reading

• Shamrock (symbol and history)
• Celtic knot (design tradition)
• Saint Patrick (Encyclopaedia Britannica)