History of the Claddagh ring

Legend tells us that a fishing boat from the village of Claddagh in Galway, Ireland, was captured by pirates and the crew taken as slaves. One of the crew, a man named Richard Joyce, was to have been married that week. Richard Joyce was put to work at the trade of goldsmithing, never forgetting his girl back home. He made a ring of gold for her, with a heart for love, a crown for loyalty, and two hands for friendship.
After eight years he was left to return home to his village and to his joy found she had never given up hope of ever seeing him again. He gave her the ring he made for her . They were married.


Worn on the right hand, crown turned inwards, your heart is yet unoccupied.
Worn on the right hand, crown turned outwards shows a special commitment to someone.
Worn on the left hand, crown outwards- let our love and friendship reign forever, never to be separated.
 

Jewelry & Fragrances
 

[enlarge photo] Celtic Necklace in Circle (Item# IP31029) Expressions from Ireland (From Ireland)   $8.99	[enlarge photo] Claddagh Bracelet (Item# IP31005) 100% Nickel Free. (From Ireland) $10.00

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