SCOTTISH LUCKENBOOTHS
The "‘Luckenbooth" dates back many centuries in Scotland. They gained popularity during the reign of Mary, Queen of Scots and still hold a significant meaning today. "Luckenbooths" are said to be so called as they were first sold from "locked booths" in Edinburgh's Royal Mile.
Traditionally, they were exchanged between lovers on their betrothal, and subsequently were pinned to their baby’s shawl to protect the child from evil spirits. Many today continue the tradition by exchanging these as wedding gifts. The tradition continues!
These heart-shaped brooches, surmounted by the crown of Mary Queen of Scots, and often decorated with the Scottish Thistle, are one of the most romantic artifacts from Scotland's rich history, resulting in their enduring appeal.
Celtic Studio offers, what we believe, is the largest selection of Scottish Luckenbooth jewellery in the world. Luckenbooths are available in both sterling silver and all karats of gold. We have tiny Luckenbooths as ear rings and elaborate solid gold Luckenbooths with diamonds and Scottish traditional stones.
Traditionally, they were exchanged between lovers on their betrothal, and subsequently were pinned to their baby’s shawl to protect the child from evil spirits. Many today continue the tradition by exchanging these as wedding gifts. The tradition continues!
These heart-shaped brooches, surmounted by the crown of Mary Queen of Scots, and often decorated with the Scottish Thistle, are one of the most romantic artifacts from Scotland's rich history, resulting in their enduring appeal.
Celtic Studio offers, what we believe, is the largest selection of Scottish Luckenbooth jewellery in the world. Luckenbooths are available in both sterling silver and all karats of gold. We have tiny Luckenbooths as ear rings and elaborate solid gold Luckenbooths with diamonds and Scottish traditional stones.
LUCKENBOOTH DESIGNS
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Items available for many of these design
Pendants, brooches, rings, kilt pins, lapel pins, cuff links, bow brooches and more listing individually.
Pendants, brooches, rings, kilt pins, lapel pins, cuff links, bow brooches and more listing individually.
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