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  • Plush Toys, Gifts & Souvenirs | celticthunder

    Celtic Thunder Soft Plush Toys, Gifts and Souvenirs product range. Glen Appin, Thistle Products, Keycraft Living Nature. Check out our range of Highland Cows! BACK Plush Toys, Gifts and Souvenirs Plush Toys Plush Toys Quick View Soft Scotland Football Price $15.00 Add to Cart Quick View Soft Scotland Rugby Ball Price $15.00 Add to Cart Quick View McSquashie Coos - Small or Large Price From $18.00 Size Add to Cart Quick View Chenille Teddy with Tartan Regular Price $18.00 Sale Price $12.00 Add to Cart Quick View Large Highland Cow with Sound Price $55.00 Add to Cart Quick View Plush Chenille Highland Coos - Small or Large Price From $18.00 Size Add to Cart Quick View Scottish Terrier Plush Toy Regular Price $45.00 Sale Price $39.00 Add to Cart Quick View Golden Retriever Playful Pup Plush Toy Regular Price $40.00 Sale Price $35.00 Add to Cart Quick View Black Face Sheep Price $20.00 Add to Cart Quick View Comical Sheep Price $20.00 Add to Cart Quick View Westie with Tartan Scarf Price $26.50 Add to Cart Quick View Westie with Royal Stewart Tartan Coat Price $20.00 Add to Cart Quick View Boy Bear dressed in Royal Stewart Tartan Price $35.00 Add to Cart Quick View Girl Bear dressed in Royal Stewart Tartan Price $35.00 Add to Cart Quick View Wild Hairy Haggis - "squeaks" Price $12.00 Add to Cart Quick View The Nessie Family Plush Toys Price $12.00 Nessie Add to Cart Gifts and Souvenirs Gifts and Souvenirs Quick View Saltire Water Bottle Price $35.00 Add to Cart Quick View Highland Coo Charm Keyring Price $7.95 Add to Cart Quick View Highland Piper Figurine Price $18.00 Add to Cart Quick View Silver Highland Coo Figurine 12cm Price $15.00 Add to Cart Quick View Silver Highland Coo Figurine 8cm Price $9.00 Add to Cart Quick View Whisky Pourer Price $5.00 Add to Cart Quick View Piper Bottle Opener Price $12.00 Add to Cart Quick View Stoneware Mugs with Piper Price $29.00 Add to Cart Quick View Wooden Highland Cow Keyring Price $10.00 Add to Cart Quick View Stoneware Beer Mugs Piper Price $30.00 Add to Cart Quick View Stoneware Beer Mugs Slainte Price $30.00 Add to Cart Quick View Stoneware Mugs with Highland Cow Price $29.00 Add to Cart Quick View Stoneware Mugs with Scotland Thistle Price $29.00 Add to Cart Quick View Stoneware Mugs with Stag Price $29.00 Add to Cart Quick View Scottish Tablet Bars Regular Price $9.00 Sale Price $5.00 Add to Cart Quick View Scottie and Westie Charm Keyring Price $7.95 Add to Cart Quick View Scottish Icon Trio Magnet Price $7.95 Add to Cart Quick View Scottish Dogs Magnet Price $7.95 Add to Cart Quick View Scotland Crossflags Magnet Price $6.00 Add to Cart Quick View Instakilt Water Bottle Price $35.00 Add to Cart Quick View Haggis Magnet Price $6.00 Add to Cart Quick View Westie Magnet Price $6.00 Add to Cart Quick View Piper Teddy Magnet Price $6.00 Add to Cart Quick View Scotland Rugby Ball Magnet Price $6.00 Add to Cart Load More Back to Top

  • Discover Scottish Clans and Highland Games Traditions in Australia | Celtic Thunder

    Discover the rich Scottish heritage in Australia, highlighting highland games traditions and cultural celebrations. Explore more today! Scottish Clans in Australia The Scottish heritage in Australia is rich and vibrant, stemming from significant migration waves during the mid-19th century. Many Scots, escaping the Highland Clearances and the Potato Famine, brought their clan identities with them, resulting in a strong cultural presence. Today, this legacy is celebrated through events like the Highland Games and various Clan societies, showcasing traditions such as Highland dancing and pipe bands. Notable clans like MacDonald, Campbell, and MacGregor continue to thrive, ensuring that their unique heritage is passed down through generations. CONNECT WITH YOUR CLAN Welcome to Celtic Thunder's listing of Scottish Clans in Australia. Find your Clan name and click on the link to connect with your Clan. Please support these wonderful organisations. If you would like your Clan listed here, please contact us , and we will add it to our listing of Clans. Select Your Clan Letter A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z Scottish Clans in Australia A B Clan Armstrong Clan Buchanan Clan Cameron C Armstrong Clan Motto: Invictus Maneo "I remain unvanquished". Website: www.armstrongclan.info/join-us-and-renewals.html The Australian Convenor is Jeff Armstrong - Email: clanarmstrong@internode.on.net 47 Eric Street BUNDEENA NSW 2230. Buchanan Clan Motto: Clarior hinc honos "The Brighter Hence the Honour" or "Henceforth forward the honour shall grow ever brighter". Website: www.theclanbuchanan.com The Australian Co-Convenors are Malcolm Buchanan and Stephen Buchanan - Email: oceania@theclanbuchanan.com Phone: 02 6258 9219 Cameron Clan Motto: Aonaibh Ri Chèile "Let Us Unite". Website: www.clan-cameron.au The Australian Commissioner is Dr James Lachlan Cameron - Email: jcam2812@yahoo.com Phone: 02 6258 9219 D Clan Chisholm Chisholm Clan Motto: Feros Ferio "I am Fierce with the Fierce". Website: www.clanchisholmsociety.org/public/AUSindex.php The Australian Secretary is Kim Polley OAM - Email: kim.polley13@gmail.com PO Box 84 Longford Tasmania 7301 Clan Carruthers Carruthers Clan Motto: Promptus et Fidelis "Ready and Faithful". Website: clancarruthersaustralasia.org Facebook: www.facebook.com/clancarrutherssocietyaustralia Clan Davidson Davidson Clan Motto: Sapienter si sincere "Wisely if sincerely". Website: www.facebook.com/groups/360160657504253 The Australian President is Geoff Davidson - Email: clandavidsonaus@gmail.com 11 Summerhayes Road, Wyee NSW 2259

  • CELTIC LINKS | Celtic Thunder

    Celtic Links Welcome to our Celtic Links page! Here, you’ll find a wealth of information and links to clans, organisations, music and dance groups, and pipe bands that celebrate our rich Celtic heritage. Explore, connect, and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture that brings us all together! Enjoy yourself through our Celtic community. Select the category that takes your interest to explore that page of wonderful links. Clans Explore the rich Scottish heritage in Australia through the various clans that have influenced the nation. Check out Celtic Thunder's listing of Scottish clans to learn about their histories and contributions. Discover the spirit of Scotland right here in Australia! Image by Celtic Council Australia Organisations Explore Celtic Thunder's curated list of Australian Scottish and Celtic organisations! They play a vital role in keep our deep-rooted heritage alive in Australia. Music Discover the rich heritage of Celtic music in Australia, deeply rooted in the traditions of Ireland, Scotland, and Wales. Explore our curated list of talented Celtic music groups across the country, and experience the captivating melodies that bring communities together. Dance Explore the vibrant heritage of Scottish, Irish, and Celtic dancing in Australia, a tradition that has thrived through dynamic dance competitions, lively festivals, and the establishment of dedicated schools. Don't miss Celtic Thunder's comprehensive listing of Scottish,, and Celtic dance groups across Australia to learn more about this captivating art form! Pipe Bands Join a vibrant community of over 100 pipe bands across Australia, showcasing their talent through performances and competitions. Many dedicated members even travel to Scotland annually to compete in esteemed events like the World Pipe Band Championships and the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo. We're committed to expanding our list of bands on a regular basis.

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    Celtic Thunder Flags page. Shop Celtic Thunder Celtic flags here. BACK Flags Flags Flags Sort by Quick View Northern Ireland Flag 2 metres Price $20.00 Add to Cart Quick View Happy St. Patrick's Day Black Flag 2 metres Price $20.00 Add to Cart Quick View Happy St. Patrick's Day Beer Flag 2 metres Price $20.00 Out of Stock Quick View Galicia Flag - 2 Metres Price $20.00 Add to Cart Quick View Celtic Nations Flag Price From $15.00 Size Add to Cart Quick View Bonnie Scotland Flag Price From $15.00 Size Add to Cart Quick View Scotland St Andrews Light Blue Flag Price From $15.00 Size Add to Cart Quick View Scotland Lion Rampant Flag Price From $15.00 Size Add to Cart Quick View Scotland the Brave Flag Price From $15.00 Size Add to Cart Quick View Ireland (Eire) Flag Price From $15.00 Size Add to Cart Quick View Wales Flag Price From $15.00 Size Add to Cart Quick View Isle of Man Flag Price From $15.00 Size Add to Cart Quick View Cornwall Flag Price From $15.00 Size Add to Cart Quick View Brittany Flag Price From $15.00 Out of Stock Quick View Asturias Flag - 2 Metres Price $20.00 Add to Cart Quick View England St George Flag Price From $15.00 Size Add to Cart Quick View Eureka Flag 1 mtr Price $15.00 Add to Cart Quick View Four Provinces Irish Flag 2 metres Price $20.00 Add to Cart Quick View Erin Go Bragh Flag 2 metres Price $20.00 Add to Cart Quick View Happy St. Patrick's Day White Flag 2 metres Price $20.00 Out of Stock Quick View Australia Flag Price From $15.00 Size Add to Cart Back to Top

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    Celtic Thunder return policy page. Read Celtic Thunder's policy on returns and refunds. Celtic Thunder Return Policy Thank you for your interest in our products! We love our products and we want you to love them too. If you receive a faulty, damaged, or incorrect item, we’re here to help. Just return the product in its original condition along with its packaging and labels, and we’ll either replace it or issue a refund for the product cost (please note that postage is not refundable). There is no restocking fee. We take pride in their quality and want you to be completely satisfied. Timeframe For faulty or damaged products, contact us within 15 business days of delivery date. If we mistakenly send you the wrong product, contact us within 5 business days of delivery date. Refund processing time is 5 days. Contact Us Please contact us either through our Contact Us Page or by e-mail at celticthunder@southernphone.com.au or by phone on 02 6651 3399 or by mail using the details provided below: To Celtic Thunder at: PO Box 4355, COFFS HARBOUR JETTY, NSW, 2450, Australia. Return Policy Updates We reserve the right to modify this return policy at any time, so please review it frequently. Changes and clarifications will take effect immediately upon their posting on the website.

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    Celtic Thunder's Homeware and Kitchenware product range. BACK Homeware, Tea Towels and Napkins Homewares Homeware Quick View Saltire Water Bottle Price $35.00 Add to Cart Quick View Piper Bottle Opener Price $12.00 Add to Cart Quick View Scottish Recipes Cotton Tea Towel Price $15.00 Add to Cart Quick View Stoneware Mugs with Piper Price $29.00 Add to Cart Quick View Stoneware Beer Mugs Piper Price $30.00 Add to Cart Quick View Stoneware Beer Mugs Slainte Price $30.00 Add to Cart Quick View Stoneware Mugs with Highland Cow Price $29.00 Add to Cart Quick View Stoneware Mugs with Scotland Thistle Price $29.00 Add to Cart Quick View Stoneware Mugs with Stag Price $29.00 Add to Cart Quick View Instakilt Water Bottle Price $35.00 Add to Cart Quick View Westies 4pk Placemats Price $25.00 Add to Cart Quick View Tartan Table Runner Black Watch Price $15.00 Add to Cart Quick View Tartan Table Runner Royal Stewart Price $15.00 Add to Cart Quick View Auld Scots Words Double Oven Glove Price $25.00 Add to Cart Quick View Auld Scots Words Cotton Tea Towel Price $15.00 Out of Stock Quick View Auld Scots Words Cotton Shopping Bag Price $16.50 Add to Cart Quick View Auld Scots Words Apron Price $30.00 Add to Cart Quick View Highland Cow Cotton Shopping Bag Price $15.00 Add to Cart Quick View Tartan Kilt Towel Price $45.00 Add to Cart Quick View Blue Tartan Golf Towel Price $33.00 Add to Cart Quick View Highland Cow Apron Price $30.00 Out of Stock Quick View Highland Cow Double Oven Glove Price $25.00 Add to Cart Quick View Highland Cow Repeat Tea Towel Price $15.00 Add to Cart Quick View Highland Coo Placemats Price $25.00 Add to Cart Load More Tea Towels Tea Towels Quick View Scottish Recipes Cotton Tea Towel Price $15.00 Add to Cart Quick View Auld Scots Words Cotton Tea Towel Price $15.00 Out of Stock Quick View Isle of Skye Tea Towel Price $15.00 Add to Cart Quick View Highland Cow Repeat Tea Towel Price $15.00 Add to Cart Quick View Legends of Scotland Tea Towel Price $15.00 Add to Cart Quick View Scottish Kitchen Rules Tea Towel Price $15.00 Add to Cart Quick View Wha's Like Us Tea Towel Price $15.00 Add to Cart Quick View Songs of Scotland Tea Towel Price $15.00 Add to Cart Quick View Scotch Whiskey Tea Towel Price $15.00 Add to Cart Quick View Piping the Haggis Tea Towel Price $15.00 Add to Cart Quick View Toasts and Verses Tea Towel Price $15.00 Add to Cart Quick View Robert Burns Tea Towel Price $15.00 Add to Cart Quick View Map of Scotland Tea Towel Price $15.00 Add to Cart Quick View Clans of Scotland Tea Towel Price $15.00 Out of Stock Quick View Scottish History Tea Towel Price $15.00 Add to Cart Quick View The Story of Harris Tweed Tea Towel Price $15.00 Add to Cart Quick View The Story of Scotland Tea Towel Price $15.00 Add to Cart Quick View Scottish Dogs Tea Towel Price $15.00 Add to Cart Quick View Monarch of the Glen Tea Towel Price $15.00 Add to Cart Quick View Scottish Wild Flowers Tea Towel Price $15.00 Out of Stock Quick View Country Flowers of Scotland Tea Towel Price $15.00 Add to Cart Napkins Napkins Quick View Cow Repeat Napkins Price $10.00 Add to Cart Quick View Auld Scots Words Napkins Price $10.00 Add to Cart Quick View Black Watch Paper Napkins Price $10.00 Add to Cart Quick View Thistles & Burns Napkins Price $10.00 Add to Cart Quick View Musical Piper Paper Napkins Price $10.00 Add to Cart Quick View Scottish Thistles Napkins Price $10.00 Out of Stock Quick View Robert Burns Napkins Price $10.00 Add to Cart Quick View Scottish Flags Napkins Price $10.00 Add to Cart Quick View Bluebells & Graces Paper Napkins Price $10.00 Add to Cart Quick View Royal Stewart Paper Napkins Price $10.00 Add to Cart Quick View Highland Cow Paper Napkins Price $10.00 Add to Cart Back to Top

  • Discover Irish Dancing Schools Sydney | Explore Celtic Dance Groups & Heritage

    Explore Irish dancing schools Sydney! Discover the rich traditions of Irish dancing schools Sydney and more on our detailed guide. Image from Dance Life Australia Dance Groups in Australia Discover the rich heritage of Scottish, Irish, and Celtic dancing in Australia, a vibrant tradition that has flourished through dance competitions, festivals and the establishment of schools . With roots tracing back to the migration of Irish and Scottish settlers in the 1800s and early 1900s, these dances were embraced and taught in communities across the country. The first documented dance competitions held by Scottish societies, appeared in The Melbourne Herald 1860, showcasing the deep cultural ties to these art forms. Records of Irish dance in Australia date back to the early 19th century, with the first mention of an Irish dancing teacher in Sydney in an Australian newspaper published in 1829. Today, numerous schools and dance groups continue to celebrate and promote this lively tradition, bringing together communities in a shared appreciation of their heritage. Check out Celtic Thunder's listing of Scottish Irish, and Celtic dance groups in Australia to explore more! If you can't find your dance group here, get in contact with us and we'll be happy to add it to our listing. ROYAL SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCE SOCIETY The RSCDS is your gateway to Scottish Country Dance groups across Australia! Explore their comprehensive network, where each group shares its activities and contact information. While some branches may have their pages elsewhere, you can easily find all the information on their website. Join them in the joy of dance—everyone is welcome, and you'll be amazed by the vibrant energy and precision of their community! Website: www.rscds.org.au/home OZSCOT HIGHLAND DANCERS OzScot is Australia’s premier international Highland Dance Team! Under the leadership of Cheryl Roach OAM, their talented dancers represent the diverse states and regions of Australia, showcasing the beauty of Highland Dance. With precision, cultural heritage, and stunning choreography, their performances highlight the rich traditions of Scotland. Join them at one of their performances as they celebrate the strength of tradition and leave a lasting impression through their dynamic presence and powerful dances. Facebook: www.facebook.com/OzScotAustralia Instagram: www.instagram.com/ozscotaustralia Email: ozscotaustralia@hotmail.com WATKINS ACADEMY OF IRISH DANCE The Watkins Academy of Irish Dance embrace dancers of all levels, from beginners to championship competitors. They invite new beginners to enjoy free trial lessons and explore the of Irish dance. With two highly qualified teachers and over 30 years of experience, their dancers have achieved remarkable success, earning World medals and performing internationally, including alongside the legendary Michael Flatley. Whether you're interested in solo or team competitions, exams, performances, or just want to give Irish dance a try, they have something for everyone! Website: www.watkinsacademy.com.au Email: watkinsirishdance@outlook.com

  • Celtic Symbols | Celtic Thunder

    Information on Celtic Symbols, some of which are found in our jewellery pieces. You will find some of these Celtic symbols amongst our jewellery pieces The Celts were tribes of people who expanded westward across Europe from roughly 700 BCE. They were a warrior culture with exceptionally good design and craftsmanship skills. The influence of Celts and their Celtic artwork can be seen throughout Europe during the pre-Roman times. During the La Tene period from ca. 450 BCE to 1 BCE, Celtic artwork flourished. The patterns they created were often inspired by nature and featured geometric patterns, spirals and triskeles. Celtic Insular art (or Hiberno-Saxon art) is from the post-Roman era and refers to the artwork produced in Ireland and Britain. These artworks commonly feature interlace patterns, which is a typical pattern that many people associate with "Celtic Art". This style of Celtic art reached its artistic peak in Ireland during the 7th-9th centuries and declined once the Viking raids started to take place. It is thought to have extended to about the 12th century in Ireland. Intricate interlace patterns are seen in the Book of Kells, the best example of a manuscript from this time. Celtic Cross The Celtic cross symbolizes the harmony of the four elements, four seasons and four sides of the world. The circle represents the spiritual world which created sacred space. The lower part of the cross is always expanding, showing the growing human needs. It is believed that this symbol will save a person bearing it from the influence of dark forces and give him wisdom. One interpretation is that the four ‘arms’ represent the four cardinal directions of the earth (north, south, east, and west). Another is that it represents the four elements: Earth, fire, water and air. The four quadrants may also represent the four seasons of the year or the four stages of the day: morning, midday, evening and midnight. Most early references to Celtic Crosses come from the time in which Celts began to convert to Christianity. Thistle Best known as the national symbol of Scotland, it is seen to represent nobility and graciousness. To some, it is a flower, while others call it a weed. Its touch is prickly, and it can survive where other plants can’t. Not surprisingly, such a controversial plant has contrasting symbolism. In Celtic countries, the associations are positive, and the flower symbolises resilience, strength, determination, protection and pride. According to legend, a group of sleeping Scot soldiers escaped an ambush by an invading Norse army, when one of their attackers stepped bare foot on a thistle. His agonized scream woke up the sleeping Scot soldiers, who went on to defeat the Norse intruders. They then chose the thistle as their emblem to represent themselves as a country. The flower’s purple colours represent royalty. In Victorian England, the thistle signified pain, aggression and intrusion. Receiving a bouquet with thistles would have been interpreted as a warning against meddling in other peoples’ business. During the Victorian era in England, the thistle was a symbol of suffering, hostility, and encroachment. Triquetra—Trinity Knot The Triquetra, known as the trinity knot, is one of the most popular Celtic symbols. Composed of three equal interlaced arcs with a never-ending unbroken line, representing equality, eternity & unity. The concept of three was the foundation of divine belief, encompassing the maiden, mother and crone, representing the life cycle. The Maiden: represents a young girl symbolizing youth, pleasure, innocence, and new beginnings. The Mother: represents the middle of a woman's life as she cares for others, symbolising love, fertility, maturity. The Crone: focuses on the wisdom learned from a long life. The triquetra has also been used to signify other meanings, such as: - birth, death, rebirth (the cycle of life) - earth, air, water (the 3 fundamental elements) - past, present, future (passage of time) - father, mother, child (family) Celtic Harp The Irish Harp is one of the world’s oldest instruments. The Ancient Irish Kings employed Harpists to entertain them. At one point in Irish History conquering invaders made it illegal to posses an Irish Harp in Ireland in an attempt to kill the “Irish spirit”. Today it is the national emblem of Ireland. Triskelion - triple spiral The Triskele symbol, otherwise known as the Triskelion, is a trilateral symbol consisting of three interlocked spirals. In Celtic culture, it is a common idea that everything important in life comes in threes. The way the three arms of the symbol are positioned is said to represent motion, as they appear to be moving outwards from the centre. The interwoven spirals act as conduits, conveying the eternal flow of energy. As is with cycles of life and progress. One meaning is the unity of the Earth, Water, and Fire, and their interconnectedness. Triskeles evoke the Celtic interpretation of the three realms of material existence: earth, water, and sky (and all their interconnections). The symbol is also thought to represent the three worlds: spiritual, physical, and celestial. Other Trinity connections associated with the triskele are life-death-rebirth, past-present-future, earth-water-sky, and creation-protection-destruction. Each one deals with some aspect of personal growth, human development, and spiritual progress. Shamrock Shamrocks have always been good luck charms in Celtic lore. It is the national flower of Ireland even though it isn't exactly a flower. The shamrock is believed to have been an important Druid symbol. Druids are said to have felt that the three heart-shaped leaves represented the triad. The triad also represents ideals like faith, love, and hope. The plant is reputed to have mystic or prophetic powers as the leaves are said to stand upright to warn of an approaching storm. The Celts call the Shamrock “little clover.” They believed the number 3 to be sacred, such as the Mother, Maiden and Crone representing the lifecycle. According to legend, It is said that St Patrick picked a shamrock from the ground in Ireland in order to prove the existence of The Son, The Father and The Holy Ghost. St Patrick used the trefoil leaves to explain the unity of the Holy Trinity – three parts yet one whole – to the pagans during his Christian teachings. Celtic Spiral The best-known Celtic motif dating back to the 5000 year old tomb complex at Newgrange. Originally symbolized the Eternal Cycle of Life, Death & Rebirth. The spiral has come to represent the Great Goddess and her threefold manifestation of virgin, mother and crone. The meaning behind the anti-clockwise spiral is sometimes interpreted as the passage from the inner to the outer self. An anti-clockwise spiral is thought to symbolize the passage from the inner self to the outer soul. This Celtic single spiral is thought to show the development, or growth of a person over time and maybe connected with cosmic energy. Celtic Love Knot This design looks like two hearts interlocked by the intertwining lines of Celtic knots. The infinite intertwined knots symbolises the everlasting love between two people. The Celts have been using this as an emblem to celebrate their love from around 2500 BCE. It is also known as the Anam Cara Knot, meaning soul friend which derives from the Irish language, a famous expression even used by St. Brigid of Kildare. It is believed that the Celts exchanged these knots in the same way that people do today with rings. The unbroken lines with no beginning and no end represent eternity, much like a married couple’s love. Celtic Knot Celtic knot designs are inspired by the ancient Celtic and Pictish Peoples, dating back to around the 7th century. Celtic interwoven knot consists of a single thread of complete loops with no start or finish. This thread symbolizes how life and eternity are interconnected, just like the path of life along which, as in a labyrinth, a person passes through, from start point, and eventually ends up where they began. The eternal knot symbolises the continuity of life which has no beginning and no end and the interconnection of all things. Celtic knots represent eternity, whether this means loyalty, faith, friendship or love. The Claddagh The Claddagh symbol originated in County Galway in the little fishing village Claddagh, where the design was invented by Richard Joyce. He became a master goldsmith during his years as a slave in the West Indies and shaped a unique ring for the woman he was meant to marry the same week he was captured. Two hands cradling a crowned heart, the heart for love, the hands for friendship and the crown for loyalty. The design represented the wish that love and friendship should reign supreme. He was released after 8 years and returned Claddagh rings are widely exchanged as a symbol of loyalty and unity. Today it is commonly accepted that the joining hands, heart and crown represent a lasting bond of friendship, love and loyalty. Wearing a Claddagh ring on the right hand with the heart facing out signifies the wearer is unattached and searching for love, the heart facing in would indicate the wearer's heart is unavailable and may be in a relationship. Worn on the left hand, the wearer's heart is promised forever, with the heart facing in it's denoting marriage, and heart facing out will show the wearer is engaged to be married. St. Brigid's Cross Next to St. Patrick, St Brigid is one of the most revered saint in all of Ireland, she was important in spreading Christianity in Ireland. She was born near Dundalk in 453ad. Little is known of the history of the St Brigids cross however legend suggests when St Brigids pagan father was ill, she was sat with him on his deathbed and wove a cross from rushes. The cross was presented it to him and when her father saw the cross he repented and asked to be baptised.The St Brigid cross is one of the less well known Irish symbols, it symbolises the beginning of Spring which officially in Ireland is the 1st of February. These crosses are traditionally hung by on on doors and are said to protect houses from Fire and Evil quite ironically the crosses are normally made from rushes, perhaps not the most fireproof material! Tree of Life The intricately interwoven branches and roots of the Celtic Tree of Life form a strong and earthy Celtic symbol that’s often associated with the Druids. While the branches reach for the sky, the roots permeate the earth. For the ancient Celts, the Tree of Life symbolizes balance and harmony. This symbol meant the unity of the three worlds: underworld, life on earth, and in heaven. Known in Irish as ‘Crann Bethadh’ (Crown Bett-ah), this Celtic symbol represents the belief of the close association between heaven and earth. The Celts believed that the trees were the spirits of their ancestors, providing a link between their earthly life and the next. The Celtic Tree of Life symbol represents strength, longevity and wisdom, all of which were attributes that the Celts revered. The Celtic tree of life symbol also shows the link between every root below the ground and every branch above. Dara Knot Another of the better-known Celtic symbols is the Dara Celtic Knot. This symbol boasts an interwoven design and a name that comes from the Irish word ‘Doire’ which means “oak tree”. The Dara Knot is derived from this word and the symbol represents the root system of an ancient oak. Like other Celtic knot symbols, the Dara Knot is made up of intertwined lines with no beginning or end. Celts and Druids revered nature, particularly ancient oak trees, and considered them sacred. They saw the oak tree as a symbol of strength, power, wisdom, and endurance. When times were difficult, the Celts would go to the symbol to provide them the fortitude and inner insight necessary to get through the ordeal. Triquetra with inner circle Christians took the concept of the three interlocking shapes of the Celtic Trinity Knot and repurposed it to signify the holy trinity: the father, the son, and the holy spirit. The never-ending loops themselves are said to reference the concept of infinity which is why the inner circle was later added to the symbol. The circle that is interlaced with the triquetra represents the bond between the three elements. Triple Moon/Goddess Symbol The Triple Moon Symbol is used to represent the Goddess. It shows different portions of the lunar cycle, with the moon in three phases – waxing, full and waning. First, there is a crescent moon that is in a growing/waxing phase. In the centre comes a circle representing the full moon, and finally, there is a crescent denoting the diminishing/waning moon. The waxing moon stands for the Maiden, symbolising purity, youth, new life, beginnings, rejuvenation, excitement, enchantment, and expansion. The full moon represents the Mother, symbolising fulfilment, fertility, ripeness, potency, compassion, giving, caring, nurturing, protection and power. The waning moon represents the Crone and stands for repose, maturity, wisdom, experience, knowledge, understanding, completion, death and rebirth. In its entirety, the symbol is believed to signify the eternal cycle of birth, life, and rebirth. Triple Moon symbol Triple Crescent Moon The triple crescent moon is a symbol of the goddess in the Wiccan religion. The goddess is the opposite divine cosmic force to the Horned God. The symbol represents the three stages of womanhood – mother, maiden, and crone. The triple crescent moon has also been linked to the Fates. The Fates control the fate of gods and mankind. The Triple Crescent Moon is three crescent moons interlinked. The three moons have different meanings. Wiccan’s believe they represent the three stages of womanhood. Celtic symbolism believes they represent the three Fates – birth, life, and death. Pentagram The Pentagram symbol, composed of five, straight lines to form a star, harks back to 3000 BC in Mesopotamia. Through the centuries, this five-pointed star has been used by several religions: the Hebrews used the symbol to represent the Truth and the five books of the Pentateuch; the Druids referred to the pentagram as the Godhead and the Christians said that the five points represented Christ’s five wounds. Five has always been considered a magical number: we have five fingers and toes on each extremity; we have five common senses; we have five initiations in our lives (birth, adolescence, coitus, parenthood, and death). The pentagram also contains the golden mean or ratio: a symbol of beauty and perfection. As such, it is believed to be a powerful symbol for protection against evil or conflicts. It can also be used to promote good and beautiful energy in a person or environment. Pentacle The Pentacle is an encircled Pentagram. A Pentagram is an ancient spiritual symbol shaped as a five-pointed star with one point aligned upwards. It is considered to be representative of the five elements from which man is made, namely fire, air, water, earth and spirit. It is viewed as a symbol of life, love, light, unity, wholeness, and quest for divine knowledge. The Pentacle has always been associated with divine protective powers and was used for protection from the evil forces, demons, etc. In the present times, the Pentacle and the Pentagram are much-respected symbols used by the neo-Pagans and Wiccans. Celtic Shield Knot The Shield knot is the Celtic symbol for protection. It’s tight pattern depicts an unbreakable barrier, with a single interwoven thread suggesting endless protection. This Celtic protection symbol was worn into battle on shields and armour, giving the Celts a fighting spirit. Larger ones would be placed on battlefields to demonstrate strength and protection in an attempt to ward off enemies. It is widely believed that Shield Knots were given to sick friends and relatives to ward off evil spirits, and hung in homes to protect against evil. Celtic Sailors Knot This design features two intertwined ropes with four points and is said to have been created by sailors during their long voyages as a means of remembering their loved ones. The sailors knot is believed to be thousands of years old. The Celts also took to the sea and it was common for these sailors to stay at sea for many months on end. They would then give these knots to their loves ones upon returning home. Women often wore these as bracelets, belts, or hair decorations. It is one of the simplest knots to make, but it is also one of the strongest and most durable. It is a bond that cannot be broken. The Sailor’s knot symbolises friendship, affection, harmony and lasting love. Spiral Goddess Representing the divine feminine power, fertility, and the cyclical nature of life. It's a tribute to the strength, creativity, and sacred essence of women throughout history. Shown on the Goddess womb and sacral chakra is the spiral, a common Celtic symbol that is related to life and growth, evolution and expansion. The spiritual meaning of the spiral is interconnected and stemming from the source of all creation. Her raised arms signify that the Goddess invokes the power of the spiral within her to bring life. The Goddess is the origin of everything, she is the beginning but also the end, She is the one who gave birth to the universe and the one who can destroy everything for its regeneration. Sometimes the spiral goddess symbol is depicted alongside the crescent moons of the Triple Moon/Goddess symbol , representing the cycles of life and the three aspects of the Goddess: Maiden, Mother and Crone.

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    Find your perfect fit with our international ring size conversion chart. Explore Celtic Thunder's Celtic rings and confirm your size. Ring Size Chart This chart reflects many of the sizes of rings we carry in stock. It may help you confirm your ring size before purchasing a ring from our shop. International Ring Size Conversion Chart

  • Tartan Products | Celtic Thunder

    Celtic Thunder Tartan products page. Shop our clan and tartan product range. Back Tartan Products Tartan Products Tartan Products Quick View Tartan Scarves Clans A and B Price $50.00 A, B Add to Cart Quick View Tartan Scarves Clans C, D and E Price $50.00 C, D Add to Cart Quick View Tartan Scarves Clans F, G, H, J, K, L Price $50.00 E, F, G Add to Cart Quick View Tartan Scarves Clan Mac's Price $50.00 M Add to Cart Quick View Tartan Scarves Clans Mac's cont. Price $50.00 M cont Add to Cart Quick View Tartan Scarves Clans M's Price $50.00 M cont Add to Cart Quick View Tartan Scarves Clans N, R, S, U, W and More Price $50.00 R, S, W, More Add to Cart Quick View Tartan Sashes Clans A and B Price $79.00 A, B Pre-Order Quick View Tartan Sashes Clans C, D and E Price $79.00 C, D Pre-Order Quick View Tartan Sashes Clans F, G, H, J, K, L Price $79.00 F - L Pre-Order Quick View Tartan Sashes Clans M Price $79.00 M Pre-Order Quick View Tartan Sashes Clans M continued Price $79.00 M cont Pre-Order Quick View Tartan Sashes Clans R, S, W and More Price $79.00 R, S, W, More Pre-Order Quick View Tartan Shawl Price $180.00 Clan Pre-Order Quick View Tartan County Caps Price $75.00 Clan Pre-Order Quick View Tartan Neck Ties Price $50.00 Clan Add to Cart Quick View Tartan Bow Ties Price $45.00 Clan Pre-Order Quick View Tartan Tam-O-Shanters Price $55.00 Clan Pre-Order Quick View Tartan Blankets Price $150.00 Clan Add to Cart

The Celtic Thunder shop at a Highland Gathering in April with three young staff members standing in front posing.

Ray, Lyn, Rachael, Kayleigh, William,
Jay & Allana Ellington
Phone: 02 6651 3399
Ray's Mobile: 0438 257 954
Email: celticthunder@southernphone.com.au

Celtic Thunder

A.B.N. 18 965 701 136

PO Box 4355

Coffs Harbour Jetty NSW 2450

Home-Based Shop: 3/22 Fitzgerald Street Coffs Harbour NSW 2450

By appointment only, unless for click n collect, please phone to book a time.

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Small rate: $7.90

Regular rate: $12.90

Bulky rate: $17.90

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Free shipping for orders over $199

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