Irish Bog Oak Bowen Knot Studs
Emanating timeless elegance, these intricately crafted bowen knot studs pay homage to Ireland's rich heritage. Made from rare Irish Bog Oak, age-old between 5000-8000 years, each pair is unique and tells a story of its own. The bowen knot, a classic Celtic symbol, enhances their charm, adding depth and a piece of history to your everyday style. These studs are meticulously crafted to perfection, promising durability and comfort. Their affluent dark hues make them versatile, seamlessly pairing with both casual and formal ensembles.
Length: 45 Millimetres; Width: 45 Millimetres
Material: .925 sterling silver and Irish Bog Oak.
Colour: Silver, black.
***Irish Bog Oak***
Variations in the water level, floods, and marshes formation promote the growth of oak trees. Because of a continuous change of the direction of the river flow to a greater or lesser degree, the mainstreams weave through the valleys constantly forming live meanders. In its meandering course, the river undermines the banks covered with trees, which fall into the river and are swept away in the water. When the trunk gets trapped by its branches and roots in the river bed, over time layers of mud, sand and gravel cover it. Deprived of oxygen, the wood undergoes the process of fossilization and a long process of morta formation.
During hundreds and thousands of years, under the influence of the minerals and iron from the water, the decomposition of oak timber is considerably slower. A special role is played by the currents of the underground waters in the creation of morta, binding its ingredients with larger quantities of the tannin in the wood, and in this way darkening the wood. This centuries-long process, often termed "maturation", turns the wood from golden brown to completely black, while increasing its hardness to such a level that it can only be carved with the use of specially grind and exceptionally firm tools.
The time necessary for the oak to transform from the end of its biological growth to abonos varies. The "maturation" commonly lasts thousands of years. Due to the ecological reasons mentioned above, no two trunks can be found of the same colour.
About the process
Blanks are selected from seasoned wood for their grain and colour. They are carefully cut so that when the pen is complete the grain appears as continuous as possible. The wood is then turned to size, sanded through 5 different grits of sandpaper and then rubbed with Danish oil. I then friction polish the pen before completing with the premium fittings
Handcrafted pencils make great gifts! You can give them to friends and family for their anniversary, birthday, graduation or wedding. If you like the style, but would rather have different components, or a different design in the same wood, please feel free to ask.
Every pen I sell is made in my shop by me. Each is handmade and great care is taken. If you ever have an idea or a custom order, please contact me.
International orders will ship with basic shipping, which is not trackable as standard. If you would like your order tracked, then please choose the upgraded shipping option to avoid disappointment.
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PLEASE BE AWARE, FREE SHIPPING DOES NOT COME WITH TRACKING. UPGRADE TO REGISTERED IF YOU WANT TO TRACK YOUR PACKAGE. IT CAN NOT BE DONE AFTER THE PACKAGE HAS BEEN SHIPPED. THANK YOU.
Emanating timeless elegance, these intricately crafted bowen knot studs pay homage to Ireland's rich heritage. Made from rare Irish Bog Oak, age-old between 5000-8000 years, each pair is unique and tells a story of its own. The bowen knot, a classic Celtic symbol, enhances their charm, adding depth and a piece of history to your everyday style. These studs are meticulously crafted to perfection, promising durability and comfort. Their affluent dark hues make them versatile, seamlessly pairing with both casual and formal ensembles.
Length: 45 Millimetres; Width: 45 Millimetres
Material: .925 sterling silver and Irish Bog Oak.
Colour: Silver, black.
***Irish Bog Oak***
Variations in the water level, floods, and marshes formation promote the growth of oak trees. Because of a continuous change of the direction of the river flow to a greater or lesser degree, the mainstreams weave through the valleys constantly forming live meanders. In its meandering course, the river undermines the banks covered with trees, which fall into the river and are swept away in the water. When the trunk gets trapped by its branches and roots in the river bed, over time layers of mud, sand and gravel cover it. Deprived of oxygen, the wood undergoes the process of fossilization and a long process of morta formation.
During hundreds and thousands of years, under the influence of the minerals and iron from the water, the decomposition of oak timber is considerably slower. A special role is played by the currents of the underground waters in the creation of morta, binding its ingredients with larger quantities of the tannin in the wood, and in this way darkening the wood. This centuries-long process, often termed "maturation", turns the wood from golden brown to completely black, while increasing its hardness to such a level that it can only be carved with the use of specially grind and exceptionally firm tools.
The time necessary for the oak to transform from the end of its biological growth to abonos varies. The "maturation" commonly lasts thousands of years. Due to the ecological reasons mentioned above, no two trunks can be found of the same colour.
About the process
Blanks are selected from seasoned wood for their grain and colour. They are carefully cut so that when the pen is complete the grain appears as continuous as possible. The wood is then turned to size, sanded through 5 different grits of sandpaper and then rubbed with Danish oil. I then friction polish the pen before completing with the premium fittings
Handcrafted pencils make great gifts! You can give them to friends and family for their anniversary, birthday, graduation or wedding. If you like the style, but would rather have different components, or a different design in the same wood, please feel free to ask.
Every pen I sell is made in my shop by me. Each is handmade and great care is taken. If you ever have an idea or a custom order, please contact me.
International orders will ship with basic shipping, which is not trackable as standard. If you would like your order tracked, then please choose the upgraded shipping option to avoid disappointment.
*************************************************************
PLEASE BE AWARE, FREE SHIPPING DOES NOT COME WITH TRACKING. UPGRADE TO REGISTERED IF YOU WANT TO TRACK YOUR PACKAGE. IT CAN NOT BE DONE AFTER THE PACKAGE HAS BEEN SHIPPED. THANK YOU.
Emanating timeless elegance, these intricately crafted bowen knot studs pay homage to Ireland's rich heritage. Made from rare Irish Bog Oak, age-old between 5000-8000 years, each pair is unique and tells a story of its own. The bowen knot, a classic Celtic symbol, enhances their charm, adding depth and a piece of history to your everyday style. These studs are meticulously crafted to perfection, promising durability and comfort. Their affluent dark hues make them versatile, seamlessly pairing with both casual and formal ensembles.
Length: 45 Millimetres; Width: 45 Millimetres
Material: .925 sterling silver and Irish Bog Oak.
Colour: Silver, black.
***Irish Bog Oak***
Variations in the water level, floods, and marshes formation promote the growth of oak trees. Because of a continuous change of the direction of the river flow to a greater or lesser degree, the mainstreams weave through the valleys constantly forming live meanders. In its meandering course, the river undermines the banks covered with trees, which fall into the river and are swept away in the water. When the trunk gets trapped by its branches and roots in the river bed, over time layers of mud, sand and gravel cover it. Deprived of oxygen, the wood undergoes the process of fossilization and a long process of morta formation.
During hundreds and thousands of years, under the influence of the minerals and iron from the water, the decomposition of oak timber is considerably slower. A special role is played by the currents of the underground waters in the creation of morta, binding its ingredients with larger quantities of the tannin in the wood, and in this way darkening the wood. This centuries-long process, often termed "maturation", turns the wood from golden brown to completely black, while increasing its hardness to such a level that it can only be carved with the use of specially grind and exceptionally firm tools.
The time necessary for the oak to transform from the end of its biological growth to abonos varies. The "maturation" commonly lasts thousands of years. Due to the ecological reasons mentioned above, no two trunks can be found of the same colour.
About the process
Blanks are selected from seasoned wood for their grain and colour. They are carefully cut so that when the pen is complete the grain appears as continuous as possible. The wood is then turned to size, sanded through 5 different grits of sandpaper and then rubbed with Danish oil. I then friction polish the pen before completing with the premium fittings
Handcrafted pencils make great gifts! You can give them to friends and family for their anniversary, birthday, graduation or wedding. If you like the style, but would rather have different components, or a different design in the same wood, please feel free to ask.
Every pen I sell is made in my shop by me. Each is handmade and great care is taken. If you ever have an idea or a custom order, please contact me.
International orders will ship with basic shipping, which is not trackable as standard. If you would like your order tracked, then please choose the upgraded shipping option to avoid disappointment.
*************************************************************
PLEASE BE AWARE, FREE SHIPPING DOES NOT COME WITH TRACKING. UPGRADE TO REGISTERED IF YOU WANT TO TRACK YOUR PACKAGE. IT CAN NOT BE DONE AFTER THE PACKAGE HAS BEEN SHIPPED. THANK YOU.