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Published: 2008-01-08 23:04:57 +0000 UTC; Views: 1520; Favourites: 26; Downloads: 33
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This is the pendant I've been wearing for three years.It is made of stainless steel. The inner spirals are forged and hammered. The outer ring was laser cut and the parts were welded together on the back. It is 2 inches in outside diameter. It has been polished only once.
I prefer stainless for jewelry as it lasts nearly indefinitely,holds a polish for a very long time ,has a most pleasing color and luster,and it "never" tarnishes...
It is however, considerably more difficult to work.
This symbol which is seen in several other cultures as well as the Celts,is variously interpreted.Since there was no Celtic written language explaining Celtic signs and symbols,it has often been other cultures that have written ABOUT them. Consequently,large inaccuracies and misinterpretations abound. I have read that this triskele relates to the Cristian theme of Father,Son and Holy Ghost,but I know for a fact that it predates Christianity so that's wrong. Another theory is that it relates to the Triple Goddess. Another theory is that each of the spirals symbolizes a trimester of gestation before human birth. I personally have always been drawn to spirals which as a stand alone symbol exist in nearly EVERY culture on this planet. As an artist and of Celtic extraction,I simply like the way it looks and need no other significance to appreciate it's form...
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wow! i use this symbol in my drawing a lot - it is kinda my 'trademark'; i thought i invented it
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It exists in many cultures worldwide.It is nearly a universal symbol but different cultures attribute different meanings to it...If you do a Google search on it you'll learn some neat facts.I wear it because my background is Celtic but the problem is the Celts left no written records so it's really just speculation what the symbol meant to them...I realized that I simply liked the shape and pattern and didn't require it to have some specific symbology...
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This hqs got to be my favourite symbol ever! ^^ I always wear one around my neck and have a ring like that too.
It looks even prettier in a circle, though
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This is great. Oh and Its probably linked with Christianity cause the Celtic faith and the Christian faith were merged together and many Celtic symbols and Stories were Christianised (don't know if thats a word or not 
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Co-opted might be the better term here...
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Though I love learning new bits about symbols and signs and the like, I strongly believe that your own interpretation of a sign is just as important as the history behind it. Just thought I'd share that, now that thats aside let me say that I love the triskele just for its number, (I also believe that numbers being universal are very important, and three is dear to my heart) but still its a wonderful peice if I could make jewlery I would make this in a flash!
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One need not know the reason for liking or being attracted to a symbol for it to be a powerful talisman. That prejudice is a modern convention. We "modern"men elevate thought above feeling and are so very top heavy. It would do us well to remember what it was like to be back in our bodies...and balanced.
I'm convinced the world would be a better place...
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Thats true but if you think about it wouldnt knowing why you love something make the amulet twice as powerful? To you and for you as well. (Sorry but I feel like debating this)
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Knowledge is power. I heartily agree.
I'm just saying when it comes to an intrinsic or instinctive attraction to an object or elemental,it can sometimes TRANSCEND intellect and "the reason"becomes moot.
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Granted, i see you point and i have no reply, Looks likes you win! YAY YOU!
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Hahahah!
That's a first.
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The narrative of the holy trinity was probably emphasized in celtic countries because their religions already held triple gods/goddesses in high regard, like Badb, Macha and Nemain in Ireland. Toutatis, Taranis and Esus is a widely speculated triad from Gaul. In antiquity the only Roman (kind of) reference I could find for it is a short statement by Tacitus who records a Gaulish man wearing a trinket with such a design on it to court as a good luck charm.
The number 3 appears to be emphasized rather frequently in ancient celtic artwork/mythology and appeared frequently on coins. Oddly, these coins continued being struck in Germany, long after the point where most scholars believe an ethnic or cultural change took place and eventually the slightly changed symbol became representative of their favored god Odin.
There is little if any evidence pointing to these trifectas as actually being idols or necessary for worship, Personally, id expect it to be something more like a flag or corporate logo, after the druids appeared and wherever they went, these artifacts fallowed.
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I figured Tacitus' first century AD source would interest you since it proves beyond a shadow of a doubt that the symbol precedes Christianity which had not yet reached Gaul. He was also a Gallo Roman himself and offers rare insight into continued Celtic culture on the continent and was probably the only person to do so without being an outsider.
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I am indeed interested in Tacitus,and I thank you for the connection.
There are also many other evidences (in the archeological record) and in other cultures of the symbol and it's use long before the christian era.
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Ahhh very neat, it fits with the torque very well I bet.
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It fits with the torc symbolically if not aesthetically...
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this is my favourite symbol of all time, and I've been dying for ages to find out what it's called! It's a beautiful pendant.
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just Google triskele or triskelion...
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I like that its a bit rough with the forgings(ancient)and surmounted by an exact laser-cut circle(modern).
I wonder what my people(Celts) of 5oo BC would say if they saw this.
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Stephen, its a very beautiful piece, elegant design, simple and effective. One of the objectives we learn along the way is that what we do must always stand out or in this case reach out and grab you. Wear it in good health...Peter
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In 1993 I won an award for a sculpture I made and since then I have not even attempted to do any thats why I really love the work and the thinking that goes into your work, They are Mature and always interesting. I believe you do a great job and your design is similar to mine in many ways though I have nothing on this site to back up what I am telling you now.
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Maybe you've been too busy trying to make a living ,or responsibilities like mortgage payments or children...
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yes What else is new? your right...
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Nice. I have a thing for wearing symbols and signs. I will be making my own very soon.
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Show us when you're done OK ?
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Lots,
But it's complicated.
Just to skim the surface,the ancient Celts saw in it the symbolism for the three earthly realms. Earth,sky and water. But they had no written language so we don't know exactly how they viewed it.
There is also some evidence that it represents a fertility symbol in that the sun makes a spiral path across the sky every 3 months. There are three spirals represented,of three months each adding up to 9 (months)symbolizing the gestation period for birth.
When the Christians came along they adopted it as father ,son,and holy ghost.
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hmm. interesting. its funny how the early christians stole all the symbolism and stuff from other religions. haha. be original people.
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No shit,
just proves their politics was stronger than their spirituality as far as I'm concerned.
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yeah, i strongly believe in God and the bible, but politically correct, organized religion is definitely not my cup-o-tea...
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right right and right again,,,it is a mother to work with but gives a result no other "exotic" metal does,,,maybe titanium,,,but thats a bigger bitch LOL
very elegant Maestro
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