Introducing the Shamrock Jewellery Collection

There is no shortage of imagery associated with St. Patrick's Day, but for those who observe the holiday on March 17, one emblem stands out above the rest: the shamrock. The celebration, which originated as the feast day of St. Patrick, Ireland's patron saint, centuries ago, has evolved into a day when everyone may pretend to be Irish. The festival's extraordinary global appeal is largely due to its introduction in the United States. The shamrock, on the other hand, is truly Irish in nature.

For generations, the three-leaf clover, a trefoil plant, has been regarded as Ireland's unofficial national flower. According to Irish folklore, when Saint Patrick converted the Irish to Christianity in the fourth century, he used the shamrock as an educational symbol to explain the Holy Trinity to nonbelievers. After Patrick's death, this myth became ingrained in the popular consciousness. The shamrock's significance began to intersect with religious celebrations of the saint's feast day during the 17th century, according to Cronin: Those living in poverty nevertheless wanted to appear attractive at church, and happily for them, an appropriate decoration was growing on the ground outside their dwellings. The tradition of wearing a shamrock grew in popularity throughout time.

Caleb Threlkeld, an Irish botanist and cleric, published a book on Ireland's native flora in 1726, describing the shamrock as the country's national symbol and emphasizing its significance in the context of St. Patrick's Day. "This Plant is worn by the People in their Hats on the 17. Day of March every year, (which is named St. Patrick's Day.)" wrote Threlkeld. "It being a Current Tradition, that by this Three Leafed Grass, he emblematically set forth to them the Mystery of the Holy Trinity," Threlkeld said, "It being a Current Tradition, that by this Three Leafed Grass, he emblematically set forth to them the Mystery of the Holy Trinity."

There were no shamrocks blooming in New York, Boston, or San Francisco when a wave of Irish immigrants arrived in the United States in the 18th century. As a result, they substituted the color green and pictures of the shamrock for the plant itself, while celebrating their origins with celebrations and parades. The first U.S. president was George Washington. In the 1760s, Boston hosted a St. Patrick's Day procession. When Hallmark decided to commemorate St. Patrick's Day in the 1920s, the design for their greeting cards was obvious. "The shamrock was the most popular symbol," Bradbeer told TIME in an email. According to her, the company began with shamrock postcards in 1910-1915 before moving on to manufacturing official cards for the event.

Irish brands picked up on the plant's status as a symbol of Ireland and helped disseminate the idea around the world. The shamrock, for example, is the logo of the Irish airline Aer Lingus. Even when the company rebranded in January, its CEO stated unequivocally that the shamrock would remain. The shamrock is still one of the most popular symbols on Hallmark St. Patrick's Day items and cards, and all of the products, according to Bradbeer, feature the color green. St. Patrick's Day is the ninth-largest card-sending occasion in the United States, according to the Greeting Card Association, with around 7 million cards estimated to be issued this year, according to Bradbeer.

Despite the fact that our perception of the shamrock as a symbol of St. Patrick's Day has lost its religious significance, the shamrock's worth still appears to be unaffected.

14k Diamond & Emerald Shamrock Pendant

The shamrock is a well-known Irish flower. It is said that St. Patrick chose it from the ground to symbolize his belief in the Trinity. Many individuals nowadays believe that by wearing its symbol, they will be safe from harm. As a result, the shamrock in this emerald and diamond piece is synonymous with Irish culture, and this diamond-encrusted fourteen carat gold necklace will be treasured for a lifetime. This diamond and emerald pendant has been hallmarked at Dublin Castle.

14K Gold Emerald Shamrock Earrings

The shamrock has been known to be a lucky charm for anyone who wears it. These stunning fourteen carat gold earrings have three emeralds, representing mind, body, and spirit. As they were Irish hallmarked in Dublin Castle, they are guaranteed to be genuine.

14K Two Tone Gold Diamond Shamrock Pendant

The most well-known Irish symbol is featured on an 18-inch 14K yellow gold delicate song chain in this lovely 14K yellow and white gold Irish shamrock necklace. The shamrock leaves have been enhanced with diamonds, adding a touch of glitz to this charming necklace. It is believe that wearing this small sprig of green would protect you from harm. This necklace has been Irish hallmarked by the Assay Office at Dublin Castle. This traditional Irish gift is lovingly created.

Small Shamrock Pendant with Diamond & Emerald, Yellow Gold

This shamrock pendant was handcrafted in Ireland by master craftspeople and will be cherished for years to come. This lovely shamrock pendant is little yet has intricate craftsmanship to represent the shamrock's actual link to Ireland. There are genuine diamonds in each of the three leaves. The green emerald in the center adds a beautiful splash of color and is guaranteed to bring a smile to your face! The shamrock not only has religious significance stretching back to St. Patrick, but it also symbolizes love, hope, and unity in current times. A lovely present for the younger generation or those who enjoy delicate jewelry. Earrings to match are also available.

Shamrock Pendant with Diamond, Yellow Gold

This beautiful shamrock pendant will make a lovely present for a loved one - or for yourself! The three leaves of the shamrock are depicted, each of which contains a delicate genuine diamond. This shamrock pendant is likely to remind you of your Irish roots if you have a heart for Ireland. The shamrock is said to have been introduced to Ireland by St. Patrick many years ago, and it quickly became an emblem of Ireland. This shamrock pendant, made of 14k yellow gold, combines Irish heritage with contemporary jewelry style. This shamrock pendant is a one-of-a-kind piece of Irish jewelry that will be passed down for decades to come!

We hope you enjoyed learning more about one of the traditional symbols in Ireland and you can shop the full shamrock collection here