Scottish Thistle Penannular Brooch

The thistle has been Scotland’s national symbol since the time of James III. During the Renaissance, it became a celebrated decorative motif, representing the hardy beauty of Scotland’s landscape and people. This large 124mm x 80mm penannular brooch captures that enduring symbol in fine detail. Designed to secure and weight a fly plaid or shawl, the brooch’s penannular form echoes ancient Iron Age fasteners later adopted by the Scots. Completely designed, cast, and finished in our Glasgow workshops from 100% lead‑free pewter. A brooch that evokes the confidence of medieval, Renaissance, and modern Scotland.