The Scottish thistle is also known as the guardian thistle for it's role in Scottish folk history of saving the country from viking invasion. Whether you are Scottish by blood, Scottish by heart, or just want your own guardian thistle to watch over and protect you then this is the necklace for you. Materials: sterling silver. Size: 3/4" {19mm}. Each plum and posey wax seal design arrives accompanied by it's own meaning card, and tucked into an elegant jewelry bag ready for gift giving.