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Early
16th century legend tells that a fishing boat, from
the village of Claddagh in in Co. Galway, was captured
by pirates and the crew taken as slaves. One
man, Richard Joyce, was one of the crew and he was to
be married the same week he was captured. His
bride-to-be was inconsolable.
Years
went by and Richard became a master of his trade -
goldsmithing. His skillful hands shaped a unique
ring for the girl he could never forget at home.
The
design was born from their love. At the centre a
heart, symbolizing their love, on top a crown,
symbolizing their loyalty, and two hands holding the
heart, symbolizing the caring friendship they shared.
After
eight years, he escaped and returned to his native
village of Claddagh and found to his great joy, that
she never married.
He gave
the Claddagh Ring to her and they married soon
afterwards, never to be separated again.
Celtic
Treasures Claddagh Rings are crafted to the same
original design, made in Ireland by the skillful hands
of O'Connor Jewellers, Harolds Cross, Dublin.
Yours to treasure as the ultimate symbol of love,
loyalty and friendship.
How to
wear your Celtic Treasures Claddagh Ring:
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Worn on
the right hand, crown turned inwards, your
heart is yet unoccupied.
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Worn on
the right hand, crown turned outwards, show
a special commitment to someone.
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Worn on
the left hand, crown outwards let our love
and friendship reign forever - never to be
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FOR CLADDAGH RINGS...
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