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Here at W Hamond, preparation for St Patrick’s Day is in full swing. To mark the 17th of March 2024, we’ve curated a list of elegant Green Malachite jewellery designs from our Bloom Collection that are perfect for layering and stacking together. Our Bloom jewellery creations are perfect for special occasions and feature four-leaf-inspired designs that capture the spirit of the Irish tradition perfectly.
What Is St Patrick’s Day?
Saint Patrick’s Day has been celebrated for over a thousand years. The holiday is all about honouring Irish culture and spreading love and joy to one another. The celebratory day is also about gifting to one another and sharing time, food and drink with friends and family. The special day has come a long way since the 17th century, when the 17th March was turned into a feast day. Today, the date is actively celebrated by the Catholic Church, as well as the Anglican Communion and others. In Ireland, the day is an official holiday but is also celebrated all around the world. The vibrant bars, public parades and vivid green decorations have all become traditions in this celebration of St Paddy’s Day, constituting the perfect excuse to indulge in a piece of green-coloured jewellery.
Why Green is So Symbolic
The “Isle of Green”, as it is known, boasts rolling hills and luscious countryside. The rich green fields have captured the hearts of people for many, many centuries. Saint Patrick himself loved the colour green, however, and it is for this reason that green has become so intrinsically linked with Ireland. That and his clever use of the three-leaf shamrock, of course. The shamrock was used to explain the Holy Trinity to the pagan Irish and soon became the symbol of Irish heritage. Then, when St Patrick’s Day became a feast day during the 17th Century, wearing green became a tradition. It became a way for the people of Ireland to express their pride in their heritage. Wearing green on this holiday is now a must-do. It matters not whether you are of Irish descent or just enjoying the celebrations at home, there are many ways to celebrate the colour through fashion and jewellery.
Green Malachite
Green gemstones are a great way to mark Saint Paddy’s Day. Aside from the classic Emerald stone, or the cheerful greens of Tourmaline and the lighter shades of Peridot - Malachite is a great alternative. The stone has been mined from as early as 4,000 BC and became popular as a pigment for ancient paintings. The Victorians also created some eye-catching jewellery designs using Malachite. Today the gemstone, known as an emotional healer, is incorporated into some of our most elegant fine jewellery designs here at W Hamond. From contemporary sterling silver designs to traditional gold creations – our Bloom jewellery collection is brimming with alluring earrings, necklaces, rings and bracelets that are sure to put an Irish spin to your attire this St Patrick’s Day.
W Hamond Malachite Jewellery Designs for St Patrick’s Day
Sterling Silver Malachite Bloom Four Leaf Clover Ball Edge Long Necklace, N1040
Handcrafted in our authentic workshops here at W Hamond, this beautiful four-leaf clover necklace features the Malachite stone in all its glory. The design boasts deep entrancing green hues that make for a beautiful contrast against the smooth polished finish of the sterling silver metal. The necklace features a repeated pattern, comprising seven four-leaf clover cabochons of Malachite, framed with delicate ball-edged detailing. The dainty chain, measuring a length of 30 inches, secures with a classic bolt ring clasp for a comfortable and functional finish to the design. As with many of our Bloom jewellery designs here at W Hamond, the necklace can be layered with other creations from the same line or worn alone as a statement piece.
18ct Yellow Gold Malachite Bloom Small Four Leaf Clover Ball Edge Chain Necklet N1044
The four-leaf clover design – a symbol of hope, faith, love and luck - is represented beautifully in this stunning Bloom necklet. The design has been crafted from 18ct yellow gold and features a cabochon at the centre of the chain, crafted from Green Malachite stone. This unique Four Leaf Clover Malachite Necklet from the Bloom collection symbolises the rarity of the plant itself. Thought to be related to the Saint Patrick Shamrock, this stunning motif, hanging from the centre of an 18-inch chain, boasts an intricate beaded edging and secures to the back of the neck with a bolt clasp. Ideal for gifting to a friend on St Patrick’s Day or for wearing as a centrepiece to your party outfit this holiday, the necklet perfectly captures the history behind the tradition and the iconic green colour of Ireland.
Sterling Silver Malachite Bloom Marquise Flower Ring R1276
This ultra-feminine four-leaf flower design subtly nods to the colours of St Patrick’s Day and to the four-leaf concept that has become so well-associated with the holiday. In this ring design, it features four tapering marquise-shaped petals crafted from Malachite, trimmed in a delicate rope-like detailing. The rich green hues of the Malachite stone are a perfect match for the lustrous sterling silver shades of the band and framework. In addition to this, another layer of detail is donated to the design. The rope-like detailing continues into the band itself, wrapping itself around the circumference of the finger and adding a new dimension to the design.
18ct White Gold Malachite Bloom Four Leaf Clover Ball Edge Stud Earrings, E2600
If you prefer the modern allure of white gold, these Malachite earrings from the Bloom collection are a perfect way to introduce a subtle touch of colour into your attire this St Paddy’s Day. The earrings are the stud type, securing to the back of the ears with a classic and comfortable post and butterfly fastening. Crafted from 18ct white gold, our team of highly skilled artisans at C W Sellors have carefully executed the design with a stunning surface polish that elevates its delicate beaded edging around the shape of the four-leaf clover design. Meticulously shaped and polished to enhance the many green nuances of this special stone, the earrings appear in different shades depending on which way the light hits their surface. A beautiful self-indulgent treat for oneself this St Patrick’s Day.
18ct Rose Gold Malachite Bloom Four Leaf Clover Chain Bracelet, B1196
Three beautifully carved pieces of Malachite star in this delicate bracelet design from our Bloom Collection here at W Hamond. The design is delicate and oozes feminine appeal. The pieces of Malachite have been meticulously carved into the iconic four-leaf shape, making them ideal for pairing with other designs from the same collection. Whether you choose to stack and layer this bracelet or wear it as a solo piece, its 18ct rose gold tones emanating from the metal contrast superbly against the green shades of the stone for an opulent and refined finish against the skin. The bracelet secures with a polished lobster-style clasp and features the C W Sellors 18ct rose gold tag to finish.
If you’d like to know more about any of the Malachite jewellery designs we’ve featured here in this St Patrick’s Day jewellery guide, you can call and speak to a member of our W Hamond sales team today on 01947 603 330 or email us at info@whamond.com
