Faller Marigold Floral , pillar stone, Carndonagh, Inishowen, Co. Donegal, celtic, ancient, monastery, St, Patrick, ladies, heritage, historical, intricate carving, Christian pilgrimage, medieval, St. Columba, stud earrings, 18ct yellow gold
Faller Marigold Floral , pillar stone, Carndonagh, Inishowen, Co. Donegal, celtic, ancient, monastery, St, Patrick, ladies, heritage, historical, intricate carving, Christian pilgrimage, medieval, St. Columba, stud earrings, 18ct yellow gold

Marigold Floral Earrings

Metal: 18ct yellow gold

Size: 17mm x 12.5mm

Ref: 2401195

£380

  • Description

    These 18ct yellow gold stud earrings with posts and butterfly backs are designed and made by Faller. The design of these earrings is derived from the Marigold feature on the west face of the Marigold Stone, located in Carndonagh, Co. Donegal.  The pair of earrings are packaged in a branded Faller gift box which also contains our Marigold descriptive leaflet.

    All silver and silver & 18ct gold versions of these studs are also available.

    Marigold stone, CarndonaghAbout the Marigold Stone

    In the past (c.500-1200) Carndonagh was a monastic centre of learning due to its links with St Patrick and St Columba. It was a place of pilgrimage, particularly celebrated on the feast days of the saints. Seeking spirituality through fasting, penance and prayer, the pilgrims would follow a prescribed route. Pillar stones and crosses were made to mark the significant points on these routes and the Marigold Stone is one example.

    The Marigold Stone is named after this seven petalled motif with a long stem or handle. It is thought to depict the Cuilebaidh, a relic of Saint Colmcille which is believed to have been a flabellum (a liturgical fan used in warm climates to keep flies away from the alter).