Scottish Jewelry

Jewelry with traditional Scottish motifs to wear with pride.

In addition to the Scottish pieces on this page, we also have a page of kiltpins. These can be worn on lapels or with scarves, as well as on a kilt.

Please check the size of each piece carefully against a ruler before ordering. We give measurements of all jewelry pieces on this site so that you will know their size in advance; this will save disappointment, returning pieces, etc.
   

Thistle Jewelry

The thistle is a common symbol of the Scots, and appears in a great deal of their jewelry.  The thistle became the national emblem of Scotland after the Battle of Largs in 1263 AD. It is said that a Norse attack force decided on a stealthy night attack; however, their leader trod on a thistle and his yell alerted the Scots, thus saving Scotland.

SJ1A. Sterling thistle pendant is 1" long, including bail, hangs on fine 18" curb chain. $16
SJ1B. Matching earrings. Thistles are just under half an inch across. $10

 (Photo to come) SJ2A. Sterling thistle (7/16" high) with two leaves hangs on fine 18" chain. $19
SJ2B. Tiny version of thistle in SJ2A as stud earrings; these are just over 1/4" high. $8

The oval thistle pins by Miracle brand shown at left are available in three colors.
1 1/2" high, costume metal, faux stones.
SJ5A. Malachite, antiqued gold. $23
SJ5B. Lapis lazuli, antiqued silver. $23
SJ5C. Striped amethyst, antiqued silver. $23

The high-quality crystal pieces shown at left and below are made in Scotland. On these, the crystal is clear and does not change color; the color of the inset  thistle in these pieces is called "heliotrope" by the maker, and is a mixture of blue, purple and rose. Sizes of crystal pieces do not include hanging ring.
SJ6A. Medium pendant on 20" sterling curb chain that has some weight. Oval pendant piece is 1 3/8" long. $38

SJ6B. Small pendant on fine 20" sterling curb chain. Pendant oval is 11/16" long. $27
SJ6C. Drop stud earrings hang from sterling findings. Earring ovals are the same size (11/16") as the SJ6B small pendant, and have the same scalloped edges. $47

SJ6D. Small delicate drop stud earrings (shown at left) have plain edges, but the same thistle design as the three pieces above. Sterling findings. The length of the oval is 1/2". $28

This attractive oval thistle pin mixes the traditional Scottish thistle motif with a modern look. 1 3/4" high. Available in two color combinations:
SJ7A. Goldtone with faux topaz. $27
SJ7B. Silvertone with choice of faux pale amethyst (shown) or deep purple amethyst stone. $27

Oval pewter thistle pieces. Note: these pieces have been discontinued and we have only a few of each left.
SJ8A. Necklace. The oval pendant is 1" long, not counting its hanging ring or the jump ring. Chain: 18" long. $21
SJ8B. Pin, 1 3/8" long. $21

SJ11. This round pin is an unusual style of Scottish jewelry, with three coppertone thistles and three faux amethysts set in a background of antiqued silver color. A Miracle piece. 1 5/8" in diameter. $17

SJ16. This beautiful sterling thistle pin has a real amethyst stone. Its delicate design makes it expecially nice on a blouse or dress. The overall diameter of this piece is 1 1/4". Made in Britain. $53

 
Scottish Shoulder Brooches/Cloak Pins

This large four-thistle pin is ideal on a tartan sash at your shoulder, or as a cloak pin. A Miracle brand piece. It is two inches across with a two-inch pin on the back; this piece can be worn as shown or turned with the thistles pointing N, S, E and W. This is a raised-design pin, with a rise of about 1/2 inch. Large faux stone. It is currentlyavailable as:
     
     SJ20A. Antiqued gold with amethyst. $26
     SJ20B. Antiqued silver with amethyst (shown at left). $26
     

The great highland brooch shown at left will shine brightly at the shoulder of any kilted Scot. A Miracle piece. The pierced thistle design is executed in heavy silverplate; the large cut stone is faux. The 3" fastener on the back is in the style of a huge safety pin. Overall diameter is 3 3/4"; the stone is 1 1/4" across. This is a 3-D piece; it rises an inch from the edges to the top of the stone (not counting the pin). We have this with only the smoky topaz stone.

SJ21. Smoky Topaz/silver (small photo). $60.

These large thistle brooches are great for pinning a shawl or cloak! The silver-colored circle is stamped with a thistle design; the large center thistle is raised, with a faux amethyst stone.

SJ22A. Large brooch, 2 3/4" in diameter. $31
SJ22B. Smaller brooch, 2 3/8" in diameter. $28

SJ23. This large thistle pin could work as a cloak pin or on any other garment where a showy thistle is wanted. Faux amethyst stone set in antiqued silver costume metal. Size: 3" high x 2" wide. $26

Large Scottish lion pin. This appears on our kilt pins page. It is actually made for use as a kilt pin, but would work well as a cloak pin.

Luckenbooth Jewelry

The luckenbooth, named after a place in Scotland, is a heart (or double heart) with a Queen Mary crown on top; the design dates from her time. Heart pieces like this have been romantic gifts in Scotland since the 1700's. Luckenbooth jewelry can have many variations.

SJ30. This luckenbooth pin is good-quality costume jewelry. (The large heart-shaped stone is emerald green, but looks dark in the photo.) 2 1/8" high, a nice size on a coat lapel. A Miracle brand piece. Emerald/gold colors.$24

SJ31. Antiqued sterling luckenbooth pin is a delicately shaped piece, with a lot of history behind it. Just under 1 1/2" high. $39

 SJ32.  This luckenbooth (Queen Mary) pin is a silver-colored  costume jewelry piece with faux amethyst stones. 1 3/8" high x 1" wide. $26                                            

(Photo to come.) SJ33. Delicate sterling luckenbooth (double heart style) earrings hang from studs. Luckenbooth is 7/16" high. $20

  The Heather Gem Collection

The jewelry pieces below, made in Scotland, each have an unusual "gem" which is made of real heather stems that have been dried, dyed with natural dyes, pressed tightly under enormous pressure, cut and hand lacquered. Every heather gem has different coloring and design; no two are alike. Colors are a mixture of purple, red, green, yellow and blue; the ones shown below are typical. If you request a couple of colors you would prefer, we'll do our best for you; however, we regret that we cannot guarantee what color you will get.

More Heather Gem pieces in Celtic designs are on our page of sterling jewelry.

There is a Heather Gem pendant in a pewter setting on our page of pewter jewelry.

A large heather gem is wreathed by eight thistles in this pin which is
1 3/4" across. We have these in two choices:
SJ40A. Polished pewter. $19 Please note that the current stock of these is a somewhat more polished pewter than shown in the photo.
SJ40B. Gilt (shown at left). $20

SJ41: Polished pewter oval thistle pin is 1 1/2" high. (Pin on back is vertical.) $20

Sterling Bagpipe Necklaces and Earrings

Solid sterling bagpipe necklace in two sizes, plus earrings.
SJ61A. Necklace. Actual pipes are 5/8" high. These hang on a fine 20" sterling chain. $19
SJ61B. Matching earrings hang from studs, same size as SJ61A. $24
SJ61C. Necklace. Pipes are 1/2" high, hang on a fine 20" chain. $16
SJ61D. Tiny stud bagpipes are 3/8" high. $8

SJ62. Bagpipe necklace. This is a very nice solid sterling rendition of bagpipes. Note that  the size of the oval frame around the bagpipes is 1 1/2" high, not including the bail (ring). The curb chain is 24" long and is of medium weight. $41

Scottish Drummer Necklace

SJ72. Drum necklace. Drummers in pipe bands sometimes complain that the pipers get all the attention, and that there is nothing produced for drummers. Solid sterling drum is 5/16" high on a fine 20" sterling chain. $16

Grouse Claw Pins

These grouse claws are set in a silver-colored holder with a faux sparkling glass stone set into the end, pin on back.  Overall length is about 3 1/2" (these are real claws, and the size may vary slightly). These come from grouse that are farmed for their meat in Scotland.
SJ73A. Engraved silver-colored holder, amethyst stone. $20
SJ73B. Engraved silver-colored holder, deep orange-red stone. $20
SJ73C. Plain silver-colored holder, deep orange-red stone. $20

Other Scottish Pieces

Sale! SJ74. This unique adaptation of a sword-and-shield brooch is hand made in Scotland of pewter with a ceramic insert. The brooch is 3" long overall with a 1 3/4" pin on the back. Please note the ceramic insert of each pin will be slightly different in color and design. Was $32, now $26.

SJ75A. Necklace (18" silver-colored chain). Faux striped amethyst stone. $10
SJ75B. Matching earrings. These hang from studs. $14

Scottish Buttons

Silver-plated buttons for Scottish jackets. These have a shank on the back for sewing on. Made in Scotland.

SJ76A. Small square. Tiny rampant lion in middle. 7/16" on each side. Can be sewn at any angle. $3 each, $2.50 ea for 6 or more.
SJ76B. Medium square. Tiny rampant lion in middle. 9/16" on each side. Can be sewn at any angle. $3 each, $2.50 ea for 6 or more. Out of stock.
SJ76C. Large square. Tiny rampant lion in middle. 11/16" on each side. Can be sewn at any angle. $4 each, $3.50 ea for 6 or more.

SJ76D. Diamond-shaped thistle design with slightly rounded tips. This button is a copy of the buttons that were on the vest of a young Scottish girl many years ago. 3/4" x 5/8". $3 each, $2.50 ea for 6 or more.

SJ76E. Large diamond-shaped thistle design. 7/8" from top to bottom tips, and 11/16" across. $3 ea, or $2.50 ea for 6 or more.
SJ76F. Small diamond-shaped thistle design. 11/16" from top to bottom, and 9/16" across. $3 ea, or $2.50 ea for 6 or more.

Pewter Thistle Cufflinks

SJ77. Thistle pewter cufflinks, made in Scotland. 13/16" across. Presented in nice hard gift box. $19

Porcelain Pieces, Made In Scotland, antiqued brown or blue: see MJ9 Pin, earrings and necklace

Ordering information and Order form

If you do not receive a reply from us within a day or so after sending in an order on the order form, or after emailing a question, please contact us again, as our reply may have been thrown in your spam bin or may have returned to us. Exceptions: weekends or when we note on our front page that we are closed for any reason.

Email us

Back to main Jewelry page

You are on the Scottish Jewelry page of the web site www.harpanddragon.com
There are over a hundred pages on this web site; click on the Home Page link
at left to see an outline of this entire site.

The Harp and Dragon
25 Madison St, Cortland, NY 13045 USA
Tel 607-756-7372   Fax/Ans mach 607-756-0366

These pieces have been discontinued and are not available.

SJ15A. Sterling thistle in a circle is a delicate piece on a fine 20" chain. The circle is 5/8" across.
SJ15B. Earrings. Same sterling thistle in a circle as 15A, but smaller, 1/2" across. The thistle circle dangles from sterling studs. (Click on photo to see these enlarged.)

NA