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Celtic and Pictish Key Patterns; the other kind of Celtic design

Celtic and Pictish Key Patterns; the other kind of Celtic design
The Picts were a medieval society that inhabited northeast Scotland in the 3rd to 10th centuries. Their mysterious history has been difficult for scholars to understand due to a lack of surviving written records, but the Picts have left an enormous record carved in stone. The style of their monuments puts them firmly in the greater Celtic culture, showing artistic themes closely kin to the sculpture, metalwork, and manuscript art of the contemporary Irish.  Continue reading

The History and Romance of Rose Gold

The History and  Romance of Rose Gold
Any item made by Walker Metalsmiths that is available in yellow gold can be made in Rose Gold.  The blush hue is often associate with romance and love which makes it very popular in engagement, wedding and anniversary rings.  You will also find that many of our pieces use rose gold to highlight white or yellow gold.   Continue reading

The Personal Side of Custom Jewelry

The Personal Side of Custom Jewelry
Discover how Walker Metalsmiths brings your custom Celtic jewelry dreams to life. From lost-wax casting to stone-setting, work directly with master craftsmen who design and craft each piece. Local customers can visit the studio; customers worldwide collaborate by phone and email. Continue reading

Studio Tour at Walker Metalsmiths Studio to include demonstrations and presentation on Ardagh Chalice

Studio Tour at Walker Metalsmiths Studio to include demonstrations and presentation on Ardagh Chalice
Explore ancient Celtic metalworking techniques at the Allegany Artisans Studio Tour. Watch live lost-wax casting demonstrations at Walker Metalsmiths and discover Stephen Walker's research on historic Celtic treasures like the Ardagh Chalice—combining medieval mastery with modern craftsmanship. Continue reading
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