The Celtica Forever concept has its origin in the annual design awards jointly awarded by The Crafts Council of Ireland (CCoI) and The North American Celtic Buyers Association (NACBA).

In early 2004 a brief was prepared by these two organizations and distributed to interested parties. A competition took place between a large number of leading craft workers from many disciplines. The theme for the 2004 award was ‘Celtic Love Stories’ and the winner was chosen by a panel of US and Irish experts including; Neville Gardner (President, NACBA), Cynthia McBurney (Vice President, NACBA), Laurence Burrell (from The Wickerman craft shop, Belfast) and Antoinette Reilly (Journalist, Ireland of the Welcomes).

Dublin based goldsmith and jeweler Clarisse Wisser responded to the brief with a range which she called Celtica Forever based on an ancient Celtic Love Story – Angus in Love. This range, in its distinctive packaging with emerald green ribbon, was chosen by the Jury as the overall winner, View press release >>

Since being awarded the overall design prize Clarisse has extended the range which now includes Pendants, Earrings, Rings and Bracelets in both Sterling Silver and 14 carat gold. All pieces are hallmarked by the Assay Office in Dublin.

Note:
Clarisse Wisser will showcase the Celtica Forever Range at the
Craft Council of Ireland Suite in
Celtic Marketplace Trade Show
Embassy Suites Hotel, Lombard, IL.

Sunday 12th, Monday 13th, and Tuesday 14th. September 2004
9.30am to 6pm daily.