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Celtic Astrology Pendant
Although the early Celts preserved their traditions orally, they also developed a highly symbolic 25-letter written alphabet, based on trees, that was known as Ogham. These sterling silver pendants represent the Ogham symbol for each month; an accompanying card describes the attributes of people born under each Celtic sign. Please specify month. On an 18 chain. Product Review: 
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Write your own reviewOgham pendants are historically inaccurate
Posted By: Richard McLeanDate Posted: 2008-12-26 20:09:57
"The "Celtic Astrology" pendants are quite attractive, but the purported history given for them is patently false. Ogham script does not predate 400 BC, so did not exist in pre-Christian times. The only known surviving examples are carved in stone, not trees or wood. Neither was there ever a Celtic lunar/astrological calendar based on Ogham. This idea was fostered by a writer named Robert Graves, and his "research" is roundly dismissed by modern scholars. For confirmation, google a number of reputable websites, including cura.free.fr/xv/13ellis2.html by Peter Beresford Ellis."
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Posted By: Kat LeannanDate Posted: 2009-12-19 10:29:29
"The jury is still out on the validity of the Tree Calendar, but it should be noted that Julius Caesar mentioned the use of Ogham in use by the Druids in Gaul (France) during his experience there. The timeframe was in the 1st Century (BCE). It should be noted that Peter Beresford Ellis is regarded in some circles as a Johnny-Come-Lately who has been attempting to make a name for himself as the 'end all' scholar on all things Celtic. In Irish culture Ogham is widely held to be of early origins used for communication. The physical imprints would not have survived except on stone due to age and weather; a little common sense here please. Tree lore and Sacred Groves were and are held dear, so this jewelry should be appreciated for the art it is."
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