Celtic symbols have captured the imagination for centuries. When they are engraved on diamond Celtic wedding rings, they can be a powerful symbol of love and faith. Indeed, the symbols that appear on Celtic crosses and art treasures may seem tailor-made for your wedding day.

If you are of Irish ancestry, you may be interested in engagement rings or wedding bands that feature a combination of Celtic symbols and traditional white diamonds. Luckily, there are many options to choose from, ranging from sleek and sophisticated, to bold and individualistic.

Here is guide to the mysterious and beautiful symbols that appear on diamond Celtic wedding rings and bands:

Trinity Knots – These trefoil, or three-pointed knots are also known as Triquetras, and they remain one of the most enduring symbols of Christianity in Ireland, Scotland, and Wales. The three points of the classic Trinity Knot are believed to be a depiction of the Father, The Son, and The Holy Spirit. In the times of the Druids, before Christ, the Triquetra was thought to be an embodiment of the three faces of the Goddess. Over time, the symbol evolved into its present form.

Trinity Knots now adorn Irish engagement rings, often flanking a central diamond. They are also commonly engraved on wedding bands, to add depth and dimension to the surface.

The feeling of mystery and elusive meaning hidden in the Trinity Knot evokes the spirit of ancient mysticism, and, for this reason, people today still seek out the symbol to reference the past.

Spirals – The decorative spiral is a common fixture of modern Celtic jewelry designs, and it too carries a deeper meaning. Within each curving pattern, the cycles of life, death and rebirth are symbolized. The spiral, also known as a whorl, is found on Irish art treasures crafted from precious metals and gemstones, such as the Ardagh Chalice. These abstract designs are clustered for visual impact, and the same sense of richness and detail can be found when spirals are engraved on today’s wedding rings.

The classic triple spiral design is believed to be a remnant of the Druids, who used the three segments of the whorl to represent the Goddess in her three forms. The Goddess was thought to wear three faces, as innocent Maiden, caring Mother, and aged Crone. This concept ties in well with the idea of the spiral as an illustration of life cycles and growth.

Interlace (Knot work) – This intricate form of interwoven knot work is very common in Celtic art and lore. It can be found on the pages of The Book Of Kells, an illuminated text that depicts scenes from the Bible. The Book Of Kells now rests at Trinity College in Dublin, Ireland. This text is considered the most important Irish art treasure of all, and many of its pages are bordered in delicate interlace, lending a sense of mystery and ethereal beauty to the design.

The meaning of interlace in Celtic jewelry is often cloaked in mystery, but most historians feel that the neverending lines of interlace represent the interconnectedness of all things, and the power of life force, both physical and spiritual.
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