Celtic Triskel Celebrated on Stamps from Isle of Man Post Office

The ‘Three Legs of the Isle of Man’ triskelion (or triskel) is the Island’s national symbol. Derived from an ancient sun symbol, the triskelion is one of the oldest continually-used national symbols. The Celtic triskel was a symbol that had various meanings for the early Pagans: it was linked to the sun, triadic Gods and the three domains of land, sea, and sky and was also believed to represent the cycles of life, as well as the Triple Goddess - the maiden, mother and wise woman.

Images: Triskelion stamps courtesy of Oik Postagh Ellan Vannin - Isle of Man Post Office