Sheppard Family Clan Crest Sgian Dubh, Scottish Knife

⚔️ Scottish Clan Crest Sgian Dubh — The Highland Gentleman’s Knife

🏰 Honor Tradition, Display Your Heritage

The Sgian Dubh (pronounced skee-an doo), meaning “black knife” in Gaelic, is an essential part of traditional Highland attire.
Mounted with your Scottish Clan crest in lead-free pewter or fine sterling silver, this beautiful ceremonial knife is a symbol of heritage, loyalty, and craftsmanship.

⚒️ Product Details

• Length: 7½" (190 mm)

• Width: 1⅜" (35 mm)

• Blade: Stainless steel with nickel silver-plated fittings

• Handle & Sheath: Durable black resin material

• Stone Options:

  • 🟡 Topaz (amber tone)

  • 🔵 Sapphire Blue

  • 💚 Emerald Green

• Clan Crest Diameter: 11/16" (19.5 mm)

• Crest Options: Pewter or Sterling Silver (.925)

• Made to Order: Crafted within a few days — all Scottish Clans available

🌿 Design & Symbolism

Each Sgian Dubh features your Clan crest, surrounded by a belt and buckle motif engraved with your Clan motto in raised relief lettering — a centuries-old emblem of loyalty and kinship.
Every crest is handcrafted in fine detail, reflecting the artistry and pride of Scottish tradition.

In ancient times, the Clan Chief presented his crest to his clansmen as a mark of loyalty and unity, proudly worn as a sign of belonging.

🛡️ An Accessible Highland Classic

This is our economy Sgian Dubh model, offering excellent craftsmanship and striking design at an affordable price.
While antique sterling silver Sgian Dubhs can sell for over $1,000, this model provides the same traditional look and fine detail without the heirloom cost — perfect for weddings, Highland games, or ceremonial wear.

⚔️ The Origin of the Sgian Dubh

The origins of the Sgian Dubh trace back centuries:

• Early versions were carved from black bog wood, their blades darkened by age and use — hence the name “black knife.”

• Another tradition suggests the Sgian Dubh was once a concealed dagger, now worn openly in the kilt hose to symbolize friendship and trust.

The Sgian Dubh was not, is not, and should never be considered a weapon — it is a ceremonial emblem of honor and heritage.

🇸🇨 Authentically Scottish

Each Sgian Dubh is crafted by a Scottish artisan, continuing over 40 years of family tradition in creating Clan crest jewelry and regalia.
We now proudly make heirloom pieces for the children and grandchildren of our original customers — a legacy of craftsmanship and pride.

🎁 Perfect For

• Scottish weddings & Highland dress

• Clan gatherings or formal ceremonies

• Collectors of Scottish regalia

• A meaningful gift for proud Scots worldwide