{"product_id":"portlethen-scottish-thistle-brooch","title":"Portlethen Scottish Thistle Brooch","description":"\u003cp\u003eSolid sterling silver \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/thistle\"\u003ethistle\u003c\/a\u003e brooch measuring 1 1\/4\" x 1 1\/4\" with a 18K gold detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe national flower of Scotland, the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/thistle\"\u003ethistle\u003c\/a\u003e, is a beautiful symbol of the tough spirit and wild beauty of the land and its people.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis unique artisan design three Art Deco inspired thistles standing tall \u0026amp; proud with an 18k gold plate detail in the corner of another little spry \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/thistle\"\u003ethistle\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe elegant and simple design is a nod to the great Scottish artist, Charles Rennie MacKintosh - a celebration of Celtic culture in solid sterling silver. A matte satin finish is contrasted with a polished border and flowers to add to the artistic nature of the piece - a true work of art!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCelebrate Scotland with this beautifully detailed handmade brooch in sterling silver. Gorgeous and unique! This brooch will become a treasured family heirloom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSolid sterling silver with 18k gold detail. 3\/4\" locking pin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrooch measures 1 1\/4\" x 1 1\/4\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout the Thistle\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe prickly purple thistle is the national emblem of Scotland. Ever present in fields and pastures throughout Scotland, thistle has been Scotland's emblem for centuries. The first use as a royal symbol was on silver coins issued by James III in 1470.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Lovely Symbolism of the Thistle Flower\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe thistle represents overcoming adversity and difficult situations. It’s a symbol of resilience. In Celtic regions, the thistle represents devotion, bravery, determination, and strength. In addition, the thistle is considered a symbol of protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is also called the “flower of the sun“ and is used as protection against evildoers. The thistle is often seen on the front doors of Celtic homes. The flower’s pink and purple colors represent nobility and royalty.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Celtic Crystal Design Jewelry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67673253151087,"sku":"S57","price":155.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/onlinestoresusa.com\/products\/portlethen-scottish-thistle-brooch","provider":"House Plant Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}