How to Wear a Claddagh Ring

Worn on the right hand, crown turned inwards, your heart is yet unoccupied.

Worn on the right hand, crown turned outwards, shows a special commitment to someone.

Worn on the left hand, crown outwards, let our love and friendship reign forever - never to be separated.

Unique Claddagh Wedding Rings

Well if you are looking for some beautiful unique Claddagh Wedding Rings check out our new arrivals. I think they are absolutely gorgeous! They are made in Ireland by Fado Jewelry.

These rings are part of the Corrib Claddagh Collection. Corrib is a river that passes the ancient village of Claddagh. That is were the original Claddagh Ring was made by Richard Joyce in the 17th Century.

The Corrib Claddagh Collection brings a contemporary feel to this ancient symbol of love, loyalty and friendship.

The very popular Claddagh Ring

The name 'Claddagh' was the name of a small fishing village in County Galway, West Ireland where a man named Richard Joyce was kidnapped by pirates and sold into slavery in North Africa. Joyce was trained as a goldsmith and created the Claddagh as the symbol of his beloved village. Once released, Joyce (and the Claddagh) returned to Galway as a master goldsmith.

As popular as ever, Claddagh rings are still worn as a symbol of friendship, engagement or wedding rings.

Tradition says they are to be worn as follows:

• Friendship - the ring is worn anywhere on the right hand.
• Engagement - the ring is worn on the third finger of your left hand with the tip of the heart pointing outwards.
• Married - the ring is worn on the third finger of your left hand with the tip of the heart pointing towards your own heart.

So that is the gist of the Claddagh Ring Story. The original Claddagh Rings looked a lot like this silver Claddagh ring.

But now so many variations are available. Very popular are stone set Claddagh Rings you can choose from diamonds, rubies, emeralds, sapphires, virtually any birthstone, and even pearls.

Many engaged couples are also buying Claddagh Rings to be used as wedding bands. Claddagh Wedding Bands are available in many variations of metals and styles to fit every budget and to please every heart.