How Did The Celtic Culture Influence Their Jewelry? The Celts did not have a written culture like today. Instead, they passed their beliefs, values, and history through an oral tradition. The spoken word and symbolism through artwork was their way of expressing religious beliefs and interpretations of the land, seasons, animals, and even food.

The original designs and symbols found in Celtic jewelry today reflect those ancient beliefs. The symbols found in Celtic jewelry have various meanings depending on the tribe, location, time period, and the preferred Celtic Gods. Some Celtic symbols represent the tribe's brotherhood and unity, while others, like the Claddagh ring represents romantic love or marriage between two lovers.