Claddagh rings
Heart-hands-crown jewelry
Claddagh rings are traditional Irish rings featuring two hands clasping a heart topped with a crown—representing friendship, love, and loyalty.
The design originates from the fishing village of Claddagh near Galway.
Often given as tokens of romantic commitment, how the ring is worn signals relationship status: heart pointing inward means taken, outward means available.
- wedding bandSpousal jewelry worn daily
- crownsRegal head ornaments
- friendshipBond of mutual affection
- handsGripping limbs' extremities
- loveIntense fond attachment
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Claddagh ringsengagement rings
Jewelry symbolizing marriage commitment
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