The Children of Lir is an Irish legend that tells the tragic story of Aedh, Fichara, Conn & Fionnuala, the four children of the ancient Irish lord Lir. After the death of their mother, the children are cursed by their jealous stepmother to take the shape of swans. For hundreds of years they endure the savagery of nature until, one day, the curse expires. The children once more assume human form and are baptised by a priest, before ascending to their mother's side in Heaven.
The tale of The Children of Lir has come to symbolize the struggle of the Irish nation under British rule. A statue depicting the ancient legend stands in Dublin's Garden of Remembrance, celebrating the achievement of Irish independence.
Mary McAleese, President of the Irish Republic from 1997 - 2011, wore a Children of Lir brooch by Aidan Breen on her inauguration in 1997
Chains
Price includes a 20 inch Sterling Silver Classic Rolo Chain.The pendant is approx 2" in height
Oct 19th, 2021
Mary Carolan-Olah | Preston, Victoria, Australia
I was very impressed by the service and the ease in which my item arrived in Australia. The jewellery is lovely and just like the photo. Many thanks, Mary
Feb 25th, 2019
Patrick Fyfe | Lechlade, United Kingdom
Really beautiful item, and truly excellent customer service. We messaged Peter to highlight how important the jewellery we ordered was, (it was for a special birthday present for our daughter). Peter and his staff we very, very helpful and dispatched the Jewelry the same day - and we received it safely the following day in the UK! Highly recommend My Irish Jeweler.
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