The Claddagh story is timeless and a beautiful tale with love and positive messages at the heart of it. A distinctively Irish symbol, it’s now hugely popular internationally and wearing it as a piece of jewelry whether it’s a ring, necklace, bracelet or earrings is a nod to Irish and Celtic heritage and culture.
From the tiny village in Galway Bay in the West of Ireland of the same name, the Claddagh was traditionally kept with great pride as a family heirloom and passed lovingly from mother to daughter on her wedding day. Nowadays Claddagh jewelry is worn in many different ways by men, women and children, hundreds of years after Richard Joyce is said to have created this beautiful ring.
Here are five gorgeous Claddaghs that certainly shine!
Claddagh Ring with Sapphire and Diamonds
This is quite simply a sensational ring! With a stunning inky blue sapphire at the heart, it’s surrounded by beautiful diamonds and they shine out against the 14k white gold setting. It’s an eye-catching piece and as it’s so ornate, it’s the perfect engagement ring. There’s an optional fitted matching wedding band also available with this ring which is encrusted with diamonds. If you are engaged, you’ll traditionally wear your Claddagh Ring on the left hand with the crown turned outwards.
Claddagh Green Stone Set Silver Pendant
This Claddagh is one of Ireland’s most recognized and precious images and it can be worn either as a symbol of heritage or a symbol of commitment to the three beautiful sentiments expressed in its design - love, loyalty and friendship. Wearing a Claddagh is the perfect way to celebrate Celtic and Irish history and showcase the best of Irish design and tradition. This pendant certainly makes a statement as the beautiful green stone set at the center stands out. It’s suitable for wearing as an everyday piece or for special occasions.
Claddagh Birthstone Jewelry
Another fabulous way to wear the Claddagh is to feature your birthstone at the center. These
beautiful rings have the Claddagh message and words engraved inside them - love, loyalty and friendship and there are twelve rings in the collection - each with the birthstone for that month. From garnets to peridots, from aquamarine to sapphires, there’s a beautiful stone for each birthday month. You can wear it according to your status - either single or in a relationship.
Claddagh Eternity Stone Set Gold Ring
If you’d like a more modern twist on the Claddagh, this ring is a Claddagh with a difference. It sets the Claddagh symbol in to the inset of the solid gold band and it is flanked by emeralds and sparkling diamonds. It’s designed as an eternity ring to celebrate relationships and would be a beautiful choice of a gift to celebrate a long relationship.
Baby White Gold Claddagh Ring
A Claddagh ring is a traditional gift given usually to young girls and this baby white gold Claddagh ring, which is also available in silver or yellow gold is a simple yet stunning version of the ring. The wearer will really enjoy the story of how to wear the ring both now and in the future - on the right hand with the heart facing out if single; on the right hand facing inwards if in a relationship; on the left hand of the third finger with the heart pointing outwards if engaged and if wearing as a wedding ring, on the left hand on the third finger with the heart pointing inwards.