The Celtic Cross (Ionic cross) has its roots in a pre-Christian variation of the Solar cross. Examples of the Celtic cross date back as far as 5000 years BCE. The origin of the Celtic cross are not clear, but it was known to be an early symbol of the Gallic sun god Taranis. After the conversion of the Celtic people to Christianity, the Celtic Cross became an emblem of the Celtic Christian Church. Irish legend holds that the cross was introduced to Ireland by St. Columba, so it is sometimes referred to as Columba’s cross, or the Ionic cross, after his monastery on the isle of Iona.
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I found a celtic cross 43 years ago in the sand on the Gulf of Mexico.
On the back of it is a candlelabra with 3 candles and the initial J and A at the base of the candlelabra .
Do you know what this might mean? Thank you for your time.
Susan
The inscription on the back is from jewelry maker James Avery. They specialize in sterling silver.
I was given a celtic cross necklace 30 +/- years ago by my grandmother. It is two sided. Front side has a round red stone in center. Back side has 2 cats & a bunch of hieroglyphics of people on it. It is pure silver & very old…
I was given a medallion with a square cross on it but it has Celtic looking patterns throughout it. Any idea what it is?
Most likely a solar cross of some sort. Do you have a picture?
I have been given a pendant that appears to be very very old it has the celtic cross symbol and engraved with 2 other small symbols on it as well as Scotland faded but still legibly seen….however as it hangs it seems to be upside-down unless im wrong but would love someone who has interest in these things or knowledge on them but would love to show a picture of it to someone who may be able to give me any clue as to it age and meaning as well as of the symbols put into it PLEASE REPLY im so so curious…. Thanks for your time and hopefully I hear from someone soon thankyou again..my number is 0407249382 feel free to call if possible. …
Hi Nicole, do you by any chance have a picture?