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NOTE As of January
2010, Products, prices, and options are no longer being updated on this
site. However, this page is still a great resource, so we've left it here
for you!
Please
see our new website, www.kilts-n-stuff.com, for the most up-to-date
product info.
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Celtic Neck Torcs
Our traditional Celtic torcs
are hand-made to order. Common throughout the ancient celtic world, the
torc was not only a fine piece of artwork and jewelry, but a symbol of
a person's status and standing in society. Order yours made in bronze
or sterling silver as you see fit. To order, give the actual measurement
around the neck where the neck and shoulders meet (similar to measuring
neck size for a dress-shirt). Your torc will be made based on this measurement,
to rest loosely just at the collar bone. Each torc is handcrafted to order
by a very skilled but very busy craftsman. Please allow up to 8 weeks
to receive your order.
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Horse
Head Torc
JTHORS from $120
The
Celts were supreme horsemen. The horse was a significant symbol
for them, and may have represented kingship. The horse was also
associated with Epona, the Celtic goddess of fruitfulness.
Available in heavy braid (10 gauge) bronze or sterling silver. Please
allow up to 8 weeks for delivery.
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Griffin
Head Torc
JTGR from $70
This fabulous creature of Greek mythology was also known to the
Celts and is found adorning sword scabbards and belt buckles and
mounts. (Spelled Griffon, Gryphon or Griffin)
Available in heavy braid (10 gauge) or light braid (14 guage) bronze
or sterling silver. Please allow up to 8 weeks for delivery.
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Wolf
Head Torc
JTWLF from $70
The wolf, a popular totem, was known for its ferociousness and cunning,
and was widely feared and respected.
Available in heavy braid (10 gauge) or light braid (14 gauge) bronze
or sterling silver. Please allow
up to 8 weeks for
delivery.
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Celtic
Dragon Head Torc
JTCD from $70
For the Celts the dragon was a sign of war, and it was under the
cloth battle-banners shaped like dragons, writhing and twisting
in the wind, that they marched to war against the golden eagles
of the Romans.
Available in heavy braid (10 gauge)or light braid (14 gauge) bronze
or sterling silver. Please allow
up to 8 weeks
for delivery.
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Viking
Dragon Head Torc
JTVD from $120
This intricate dragon's head was inspired by fabulous dragon heads
the Viking's carved on wooden furniture, and the prows of their
sailing ships.
Available in heavy braid (10 gauge) bronze or sterling silver. Please
allow
up to 8 weeks
for delivery.
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Falcon
Torc
JTFAL from $125
IThe falcon motif is common in Celtic, Saxon, and Viking artwork.
It was originally a Scythian symbol, and may have been a charm against
death.
Available in heavy braid (10 gauge) bronze or sterling silver, with
your choice of stone eyes. Please allow
up to 8 weeks
for delivery.
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Cat's
Head Torc
JTCAT from $70
The cat has always been regarded to have mystical properties. The
Egyptians worshiped the cat as the guardian of the underworld. The
cat played a role in the Celtic religion as well.
Available in light braid (14 gauge) bronze or sterling silver. Please
allow
up to 8 weeks for
delivery.
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Bear's
Head Torc
JTBEAR from $120
Bears are slow to anger, but when finally provoked, can be devastatingly
deadly. Northern European warriors often invoked bear totems before
going into battle, even dressing in bear skins, and fighting furiously.
Available in heavy braid (10 gauge) bronze or sterling silver. Please
allow
up to 8 weeks
for delivery.
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Boar's
Head Torc
JTBOAR
from $120
The boar represented courage and fearlessness, and was a symbol
used by both Celtic and Saxon warriors. It is frequently found adorning
shields and armor, especially in the form of crests on helmets.
Available in heavy braid (10 gauge) bronze or sterling silver. Please
allow up to 8 weeks for delivery.
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Ram's
Head Torc
JTRAM from $90
The ram was popular in Celtic art, and was a sacred animal in the
Celtic religion. The ram was the leader and protector of the flock,
and presents a powerful image of strength and sturdiness.
Available in medium braid (12 gauge) bronze or sterling silver.
Please allow
up to 8 weeks
for delivery.
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Raven's
Head Torc
JTRAV from $90
The raven, bird of the battle field, was associated with Morrigan,
the Celtic goddess of the balancing forces of life and death, sexuality
and conflict.
Available in medium braid (12 gauge) bronze or sterling silver.
Please allow
up to 8 weeks
for delivery.
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Thistle
Torc
JTTH
from $70
When Scotland was ravaged by Viking invaders, a raiding party was
preparing to attack a group of Scots, under cover of darkness. However,
they crossed a patch of Thistles with their bare feet, letting out
cries of pain and alerting the Scots, who were able to fight them
off.
Available in light braid (14 gauge) bronze or sterling silver. Please
allow up to 8 weeks for delivery.
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Snake's
Head Torc
JTSNAK from $90
The snake represented immortality in the Celtic religion for its
ability to shed its skin, essentially being reborn anew. There are
numerous representations of serpents in Celtic artwork, including
the Christian manuscript art produced by Irish monks.
Available in medium braid (12 gauge) bronze or sterling silver.
Please allow
up to 8 weeks
for delivery.
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Spiral
Torc
JTSPIR from $90
The spiral is one of man's oldest symbols, and has many meanings:
the sun, eternity, the cycle of life. Torcs and bracelets of this
style were more common in central Europe in the early Iron Age.
Available in medium braid (approx.3/8'' or 6mm thick) bronze or
sterling silver. Please allow
up to 8 weeks
for delivery.
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