The Scottish thistle is a noble flower, symbolizing devotion, bravery, determination, and strength. It represents overcoming adversity and has been renowned in Scotland as the national emblem and the symbol of Scotland's ancient order of chivalry known as "The Order of the Thistle". In magical practice thistles have the powers of protection, purification , hex-breaking, and healing.
I made these earrings, featuring the thistle flower in all it's glory, with silver metal clay that once fired is transformed into solid sterling silver. After firing the silver is burnished for several hours then oxidized, buffed to bring out detail, burnished again and then hand polished. I've added simple beaded sterling silver earwires for the perfect minimalist finishing touch.
With such symbolism, these tiny, beautifully detailed earrings area perfect gift for a loved one or a delightful gift for yourself!
The earrings measure 3/4 inches in total length and are 5/16 inches wide.