{"product_id":"thistle-sword-kilt-pin","title":"Scottish Thistle Sword Kilt Pin - Handmade in Scotland","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTAKE AN ADDITIONAL 20% OFF THE ALREADY REDUCED SALE PRICE - ADDITIONAL 20% IS DEDUCTED AT CHECKOUT \u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ewith code SAVE20\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA truly beautiful kilt pin with a large crystal (1\/2 inch in diameter). This sword features three elaborate thistles with majestic leaves reaching toward the hilt of the sword, all in antiqued pewter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour choice:\u003cbr\u003eOpal Crystal\u003cbr\u003eGreen Marble Crystal\u003cbr\u003eAmethyst Crystal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasures 2 1\/4\" long by 1 1\/4\" wide with a 1 1\/4\" locking steel pin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKilt pins are NOT just for kilts! This pin is made with an extra strong pin to handle thicker fabrics - making it the perfect pin for coats, jackets, skirts, hats or anywhere else a pin would look beautiful. It is a great pin for a ladies cape or ruana wrap!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow and why do I wear a kilt pin?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEver since Queen Victoria reputedly used her hat pin to secure her kilted skirt modestly on a blustery day, a kilt pin has been worn with a traditional kilt. Its style is entirely a matter of your personal choice. It should be on the right hand side of the kilt, pinned through the front apron only (to prevent tearing) about 4 inches from the bottom of the kilt and 2 inches in from the fringe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout the Thistle\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe prickly purple thistle is the national emblem of Scotland. Ever present in fields and pastures throughout Scotland, thistle has been Scotland's emblem for centuries. The first use as a royal symbol was on silver coins issued by James III in 1470.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Lovely Symbolism of the Thistle Flower\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe thistle represents overcoming adversity and difficult situations. It’s a symbol of resilience. In Celtic regions, the thistle represents devotion, bravery, determination, and strength. In addition, the thistle is considered a symbol of protection. It is also called the “flower of the sun“ and is used as protection against evildoers. The thistle is often seen on the front doors of Celtic homes. The flower’s pink and purple colors represent nobility and royalty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Celtic Crystal Design Jewelry","offers":[{"title":"Opal Crystal","offer_id":48136110145706,"sku":"M11-Opal","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Green Marble","offer_id":48136110178474,"sku":"M11-Green","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Amethyst Stone","offer_id":48136110211242,"sku":"M11-Amethyst","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0685\/2008\/3626\/files\/m118_2c1bf8c4-0ec3-4de8-b521-1d6ea9295ab9.png?v=1776981627","url":"https:\/\/mammothnation.com\/products\/thistle-sword-kilt-pin","provider":"Mammoth Nation","version":"1.0","type":"link"}