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As a descendant of Irish immigrants, I have a soft spot for the cultures of our westerly neighbors. I am particularly attracted to their art and the naturalist elements that are apparent in many designs of the region. I love Celtic jewelry and wear several silver pieces every day. Celtic designs are centered around mostly natural elements, a quality that I love about the designs.

Many Celtic designs are complex and beautiful representations of the world around us. You will often see images of plants and trees in Celtic designs. You can find an endless amount of images of Celtic artistry on the internet. I used the internet to find such images when I was drafting my first tattoo.

I have a tattoo on my back that is a tri-skellion, the Celtic version of the trinity. The Celtic version of the trinity does not relate to the catholic trinity. Celtic designs incorporate the power of three to mirror the natural balance of threes as seen in the life cycles of birth, life, and death. The past, present, and future represent another triplet that is a natural harmony honored in Celtic designs. My tattoo has many elements in it and all of them are aspects drawn from nature. There are a lot of leaves and vines in these designs and I chose the Celtic tree of life to be a part of my tattoo.

Another important characteristic of Celtic designs are spirals. This element is present in almost all Celtic designs and an important part of the art and spirituality of Celts. If you have ever seen the movie Pi, then you are already aware of the implied significance of the spiral. If you have not seen this movie, I highly recommend it as an interesting look at math, mysticism, and the human mind. Check it out. I think I have watched it about a dozen times. I think that I may even own it.

Back to the ranch. If you are a nature lover you will probably enjoy Celtic art and jewelry. If you know a nature lover, Celtic jewelry or art would make a good gift idea. Poesies are short poems that can be found on a lot of Celtic and Irish jewelry and add a special touch to a great gift. Poesy gifts are unique and speak to an innocent romance that I miss in today’s culture. Like the claddagh ring that has been popular in America for decades, poesy jewelry is destined to be a perennial favorite.

I have a passion for antique jewelry. It is incredibly fascinating to me to know what year the jewelry was made and the history of the piece if it is available. I have managed to get some absolutely magnificent pieces of antique jewelry by attending a jewelry auction when they are held. I get very competitive in my bidding if it is something that I desperately want to own. In the springtime, a perfect evening for me includes attending a jewelry auction and letting me bid until my heart is content.

I have a diamond ring that I did manage to purchase at a jewelry auction several years ago. At the time, I paid only $450 for it. I knew very little about the ring, but knew that with a little bit of cleaning, it would be gorgeous. After I left the jewelry auction, I went directly to a jeweler that I regularly use for antique items. He cleaned it up and told me a little bit about it. According to him, it was from the 1920s and probably worth at least $5,000. I was amazed at how valuable that ring really turned out to be. From that moment on, I was convinced that the best way to get a really great deal on jewelry is to attend a jewelry auction. I read the auction section in the weekend newspapers and highlight anything local that appears to have jewelry included in the items that are for sale. When I see a headline that reads “Jewelry Auction”, I am beside myself. I think I drive my husband crazy. He refuses to attend anything that may turn out to be a jewelry auction. If the auction has hunting gear though, he could probably be tempted.

I don’t go crazy when I attend a jewelry auction. I try to have an idea of what some items should and shouldn’t sell for. That way, before I continue to bid higher I know when I should be stopping before I get ripped off. From my experiences, I have discovered that you can get some amazing jewelry items at a jewelry auction. With a bit of care and cleaning, you can restore their beauty and make them your very own. Whether it’s an antique item with a lot of history or a more recent piece of jewelry, you can find it all at a jewelry auction. Each piece of jewelry has a story to tell if you’re willing to listen. After you’re done listening, you can make a story of your own.