After a long absence, Filigree reestablished itself in northern Europe with the Saxons, Britons and Celts who were from an early period extremely skilful in several kinds of jewelry metalwork. In fact, the Celtic jewelry perfected between the 10th and 11th Centuries in Ireland displays more thought in its design and intricate patterns than any other period in Filigree's history. Two examples are the infamous Tara brooch, a ring fastener with a pin for piercing earrings and holding clothing in place, and the stunning two-handled chalice called the Ardagh