History of Ireland Jewelry - The Story Behind the Symbols

Hand-crafted jewellery that portrays the history of Ireland in a series of historical panels evocative of the panels on the Celtic High Crosses which were such a distinctive expression of Irish Christian art up to medieval times.

Discover our History of Ireland handcrafted range by the original designer Michael Hilliar exclusive in Dublin to College House Jewellers. Michael stamps his personal initials on each item. Watch Michael explain the symbols in the short video to your right

Move your mouse over the symbols below to read the meaning of the History of Ireland panels.

About the Designer - Michael Hilliar

Michael Hilliar was born in County Down, Ireland. He trained at the Belfast College of Art and the Central School of Arts and Crafts, London.

He started the silversmithing workshop of the Kilkenny Design Workshops. He later worked in St. Louis Missouri before returning to Ireland where he has lived and worked ever since.