| The Claddagh ring is known worldwide as a | | | | tradition of the Claddagh ring spread worldwide |
| traditional symbol of love and friendship. Claddagh | | | | when the Irish fled their country due to the Irish |
| rings are given as gifts of friendship, love, or worn | | | | Potato Famine. |
| as wedding rings. These rings are also passed | | | | The design of the Claddagh ring is two hands |
| from parent to child as family heirlooms. | | | | holding a heart. The heart is usually adorned with |
| The Claddagh ring originated from the Irish fishing | | | | a jeweled crown, often made with precious gems, |
| village of Claddagh. The first Claddagh ring was | | | | best value diamonds, or EGL loose diamonds. The |
| created during the reign of Queen Mary II in the | | | | heart symbolizes love, the hands symbolize |
| 17th century, though the three symbols involved | | | | friendship, and the crown represents loyalty. |
| in the design have a much deeper history. The | | | | |