| Scottish Celtic Love Jewelry - They are a Scottish symbol for love |
Page 2 of 2 They are a Scottish symbol for love, given as a token of affection, friendship or love. They are also said to symbolise loyalty. They are one of the most romantic traditions of Scottish history and were given by the groom to the would-be bride to be pinned to her wedding dress on the day. These brooches were worn as a protection against evil and from the attention of the fairies from 1800AD onwards, the heart was small and was surmounted by a crown. They were plain and undecorated and were usually crafted out of silver. This is the most famous form of the Luckenbooth brooch. The name comes from the Luckenbooth which was a small 'locking booth' which were a feature of Edinburgh's Royal Mile. They were tiny and could be securely locked up at night allowing traders to leave their wares behind. Traditionally they were given by a man to his sweetheart on their engagement, but they also acted as a lucky charm. They were said to ease the pain of childbirth and would ensure a steady supply of milk if pinned to the petticoat. If pinned to a baby's shawl, it was said that they would protect the child from being stolen away in the night by fairies. They slowly became larger and more elaborate, allowing for inscriptions on the back such as a couple's initials or a special date or even message. From 1850 the Luckenbooth hearts became intertwined and began resembling the letter 'M'. Thistle fleur de lys were added and were later called Mary's Brooches after Mary Queen of Scots husband presented her with one. Today they form two hearts topped with a crown and some can even be found set with garnets as garnets have a reputation for being lucky in the affairs of the heart as well as symbolizing consistency in a relationship as well as deep friendship. About the Author: Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Tim_Lazaro
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