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Don McKee Pewter Thistle Plaid Brooch
- SKU: APB01
- Categories: Accessories, Badges and Brooches, Celtic Pins and Brooches, Highland Accessories, Plaid Brooches, Ren Fair Collection, Sash and Plaid Brooches, Seasonal Collections, Stocking Stuffers, Thistle Collection
- Tags: Don McKee, Made in USA, Pewter, Thistle
- Made in the USA
- Crafted by Don McKee
- Lead-free Pewter
- Intricate Design
- Measures Approx. 3″ x 4 3/4″
$69.00
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Don McKee Pewter Thistle Plaid Brooch
This thistle plaid brooch is made by Don McKee, he is world famous for his work, and these are some of Don’s finest examples of craftsmanship! Perfect for great kilts and ancient kilts. A bit heavy for a fly plaid. Made in the USA! Approx. 3″ X 4 3/4″
- Made in the USA
- Crafted by Don McKee
- Lead-free Pewter
- Intricate Design
- Measures Approx. 3″ x 4 3/4″
The Scottish Thistle: The Legend and Meaning
Most people know and easily recognize the thistle as the symbol of Scotland. Researchers believe Scots chose the thistle as their first national flower.
Legend has it that a field of thistles saved a party of sleeping Scots warriors from an ambush by Norse invaders. When one of the Norse attackers trod on a thistle field with his bare feet, his cries and screams roused the Scots. The ambush became ineffective, and the Scots defeated the invaders. The Scots’ victory was all thanks to the thistle’s thorns! They then adopted the thistle as the symbol of Scotland. It represents the bravery, devotion, durability, strength, and determination of the Celtic people.
Weight | 0.29 lbs |
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- Great gift for a dear friend, loved one, or relative to connect with Celtic roots and heritage
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