Scottish Theme Christmas Ornaments Feature a Thistle

The Classic Legacy Scottish theme Christmas ornaments feature a silver thistle which is the official symbol of Scotland.  The thistle is a symbol of strength, resilience, and national pride.  This flower became the symbol of Scotland after the historic 13th-century battle with the Norse.  The story goes like this:   A Norse army planned to ambush sleeping Scottish warriors by creeping through the countryside barefoot. However, one of the Vikings stepped on a thistle and cried out in pain, waking the Scots. The Scots then defeated the Vikings and adopted the thistle as their national symbol. 

Scottish Thistle Christmas Ornament Oval Shape

The oval-shaped Scottish thistle Christmas ornament features a large silver setting with a black enamel interior.  It is overlaid with a large silver thistle.  The ornament is hung with red grosgrain ribbon.

Scottish Thistle Christmas Ornament Square Shape

The square-shaped Scottish thistle Christmas ornament features a square setting with a black enamel interior.  It is overlaid with a large silver thistle.  The ornament is hung with red grosgrain. ribbon.

Scottish Thistle Ornament Gift for Robert Burns Fans

The Scottish thistle ornament is a thoughtful gift to give to a Robert Burns lover.   Remembering and celebrating all this from Scotland is key in celebrations such as Robert Burns Night.   This ornament serves as keepsake for years to come.

When searching for the perfect gift for lovers of Scotland remember the Scottish thistle Christmas ornaments by Classic Legacy.