Antiqued Thistle Kilt Pin

Antiqued Thistle Kilt Pin

This antiqued thistle kilt pin is made from solid cast brass, plated with real silver, then antiqued! The raised antiqued knot work against the dark background makes this very kilt pin very detailed and unique. Wear this highland thistle kilt pin and show your bravery, devotion, and love for Scotland! Made in Scotland. 

• Solid cast brass, plated with real silver
• Antiqued finish,
• Made in Scotland
• Unique Highland Thistle design

The Highland Thistle, the legend and the meaning

Legend has it that a sleeping party of Scots warriors were saved from ambush by an invading Norse army. When one of the Norse attackers trod on a thistle field with his bare feet, his cries and screams raised the alarm. the roused Scots duly defeated the invaders, and they were the victors! The thistle was then adopted as the symbol of Scotland, and representing the Celtic regions as bravery, devotion, durability, strength and determination.

What is a kilt pin?

Have you ever worn a kilt in a windy day? Yes, we all have and it can be quite nerving worrying about becoming the next Marilyn Monroe. Its a piece of jewelry that is worn on the lower corner of the outer apron of a kilt. The kilt pin adds weight to the outer apron, this prevent the apron blowing open and showing off too much leg. Kilt pins are also only seen as a form of decoration, therefore pick a kilt pin that represents who you are!