This Green Stone Claddagh Ring is a traditional Claddagh Ring with the addition of Celtic Knot-work along the band. The Claddagh Heart has a Green Cubic Zirconia Stone in it to add a bit of Irish sparkle. This Claddagh Ring symbolizes the Heart for Love, the Crown for Loyalty and the Hands for Friendship.
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. For centuries this was used as a wedding ring by the fisher folk of Claddagh village.
We also have a matching Green Stone Claddagh Pendant for this stunning Green Stone Claddagh Ring. This is a great gift for yourself to add a bit of Irishness into your life!
