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Scottish Thistle Bawbee Coin in Gold vermeil or Silver
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The Thistle symbolises strength, courage, endurance and loyalty
An original Bawbee coin (circa 1677) has been encased in wax and cast in sterling Silver in my Edinburgh studio to create a beautiful original pendant necklace. The pendant features a crowned Scots Thistle, the national flower of Scotland and the words "NEMO ME IMPVNE LACESSET" ("no one shall hurt me with impunity"). As well as being Scotlands national flower, the Thistle symbolises strength in difficult times and can be worn as a Talisman to bring strength. Celtic cultures believe the Thistle symbolises devotion, bravery determination and strength. In the Basque region France, the Thistle represents protection and is hung on front doors. Many Pagan cultures believe the Thistle has magical properties.
The Scots Thistle became the national flower of Scotland following a 13th century legend where the cry of a Norse soldier stepping on a thistle alerted the Scots to a surprise attack, enabling them to repel the invaders and is thought to represent the hardiness and determination of Scottish people.
The Bawbee was a Scottish Sixpence used during the reign of King Charles II and get their name from Alexander Orrok of Sillebawby, mint master at the time coins of this value began to be made. One side of the coin depicts a side bust of King Charles II, originally just King of Scotland but then widely known as King of Scotland, England, France and Ireland under the 1660 Stuart Restoration, when the monarchy was reintroduced to Britain.
The chain is 18" and is available in sterling silver or gold vermeil and item comes gift boxed with our Catcher and Caught branding.
Materials:
Sterling Silver 925
Gold Vermeil
Handmade in Edinburgh, Scotland
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