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Saint Brigid's Cross Drop Earrings Ireland Irish Ladies Hoop Earrings 925

Description: Solid Sterling Silver Sweet little sterling silver Saint Bridget's cross hoop earrings. The beautiful detail that makes the rushes of the cross look realistic makes these extra special! Cross piece measures 1/2" x 1/2" with a 1 1/2" drop on the hoop. Powerful charms of protection and compassion, St. Brigid’s Crosses are displayed to keep evil and hunger away, while inviting light and warmth during the long winter months. The original St. Bridget's cross was constructed from reeds found by the river in Kildare, Ireland, and was meant to bring protection. This depiction bears the same semblance with intricate details crafted in precious sterling silver. *******History of the Cross St. Brigid, also known as “Mary of the Gael”, is an abbess and patroness of Ireland. She is furthermore the founder of the first Irish monastery in County Kildare, Ireland. Born in Dundalk in 450 AD, St Brigid is accredited with first creating the unique cross which bears her name. This cross is normally hand created from rushes however occasionally straw is also used. The distinctive St. Brigid’s Cross design, made from woven rushes, is thought to keep evil, fire and hunger from the homes in which it is displayed, however the tale of its creation is somewhat confused, and there is not one definitive version. The tale as we know it is as follows.... There was an old pagan Chieftain who lay delirious on his deathbed in Kildare (some believe this was her father) and his servants summoned Brigid to his beside in the hope that the saintly woman may calm his restless spirit. Brigid is said to have sat by his bed, consoling and calming him and it is here that she picked up the rushes from the floor and began weaving them into the distinctive cross pattern. Whilst she weaved, she explained the meaning of the cross to the sick Chieftain and it is thought her calming words brought peace to his soul. He was so enamored by her words that the old Chieftain requested he be baptized as a Christian just before his passing. Since that day, and for the centuries that followed, it has been customary on the eve of her Feast Day (1st February) for the Irish people to fashion a St. Brigid's Cross of straw or rushes and place it inside the house over the door. This rush cross, which became St. Brigid’s emblem, has been used in Irish designs throughout history, with many modern stylists using this now popular Irish symbol within the designs of Irish jewelry and Irish gifts. Comes in a gift box and hallmarked 925.This item is available on hand and will ship from the United States. USA owned and operated company.

Price: 44.99 USD

Location: Islip, New York

End Time: 2024-11-21T10:51:08.000Z

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All returns accepted: Returns Accepted

Item must be returned within: 30 Days

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Type: Earrings

Style: Dangle/Drop

Metal Purity: 925

Metal: Sterling Silver

Main Stone: No Stone

Brand: Unbranded

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