The St Brigid’s cross is a renowned Irish symbol. St Brigid’s crosses are associated with Brigid of Kildare, who is a patron saint of the county and the only female patron saint of Ireland.. The crosses are usually made from rushes on the 1st of February, La Fheile Bhride, St Brigid’s feast day. The crosses are traditionally believed to protect a house from fire and evil. This beautifully crafted St Brigid’s cross pendant is a piece of ancient Ireland to be cherished. February 1st marks 1500 years since the death of St. Brigid, La Fheile Bhride, a feast day where the tradition of weaving St. Brigid crosses from rushes. Today the craftspeople of Newbridge Silverware, each with a lifetimes experience craft our Celtic inspired collections, nestled in the same Curragh plains in the heart of Kildare, making these pieces particularly special keepsakes
