This Traditional Gents Claddagh Ring is a heavy weight superior ring and is available in various precious metals.
The Claddagh Ring dates to the 17th century and originated in the little fishing village of Claddagh in County Galway, Ireland. Legend has it that Richard Joyce, a Galway native, was captured and sold to slavery in North Africa. However, Joyce found himself slave to a Turkish Goldsmith, and from his master he learned and excelled at the craft.
He was finally released after 14 years, on the orders of William III. The Goldsmith for whom he was working for was so impressed by his work that he offered his daughters hand in marriage to him as well as half his property to try and get him to stay. But Joyce refused the offer and returned to Galway, where his sweetheart awaited him. But while in captivity, he had made what we now know as the Claddagh Ring especially for her. The Claddagh symbolizes love, loyalty, and friendship.
And don’t forget to wear your this Claddagh Ring correctly. Towards your heart if your attached. Away from your heart if you’re single.
This Traditional Gents Claddagh Ring available in Sterling Silver and also 10K & 14K yellow and white gold.
This Claddagh Ring is made by our Irish goldsmiths in our Dublin office it is assayed at Dublin Castle and comes to you in a quality presentation box with story card.