*DINNA FORGET... the prickly tale of the Scottish thistle... one dark night, in the middle ages when the Scots and Norsemen were at war, the Norsemen came ashore planning a surprise attack on the sleeping Scottish clansmen. The Norsemen removed their boots and crept quietly on bare feet until a sharp cry of pain shattered the quiet night... one of the Norsemen had stepped on the Scottish thistle, alerting the Scots to the surprise attack. They sprang into action and drove the invaders from their shores and the thistle was credited with saving the day... becoming the national flower and emblem of Scotland.*Historical story credit to Suegray Jewelry* This beautiful little talisman is in perfect condition - just look at the detail of this intaglio. An exquisite work of art to be admired. It could mean many things to the wearer from a sweetheart ring to a remembrance ring of a lost loved one. The first photo was color altered to show details - the others are unfiltered. Tested but unmarked 14k yellow gold, size 5 and sizeable. 250 includes free shipping within the US, inquire for shipping cost outside of the US. I can be reached directly at vanessa@heritagejewelry.com