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What is a Claddagh Ring
The design elements common to all Claddagh rings are two hands lovingly holding, embracing or caressing a heart, topped by a simple crown. The Claddagh design is strongly identified with Ireland and its history and lore, but it actually symbolizes much, much more than that. It stands for loyalty, trust and faith. And it is a pure, shining symbol of eternal friendship. In short, it symbolizes life, and love.
Each of the elements in the design of a Claddagh ring has a meaning. The heart symbolizes love, the hands surrounding the heart symbolize friendship, and the crown signifies loyalty. The saying "let love and friendship reign" perfectly summarizes the symbolism of the Claddagh design.
Claddagh Rings Are Irish, But Are Worn Throughout The World.
Claddagh jewelry is named after a small Irish fishing village located near Galway, Ireland. Although originally uniquely Irish, the wave of Irish immigration that occurred during the mid- and late-1800s spread the Claddagh design to the United States and elsewhere, and Claddagh rings are now worn in many parts of the world. Claddagh rings are primarily worn by those of Irish origin or people with an affinity for the Irish, but because of their beauty and deep emotional meaning, others wear them as well. And they are sometimes worn purely as a cultural symbol of Ireland rather than as a sign of affection for a person. Because of its strong identification with Ireland and its traditions, the Claddagh design just about shouts "Irish!"
Claddagh Rings ... Treasured Jewelry That Symbolizes Treasured Emotions.
There are several different types of Claddagh jewelry, but by far the most popular is the Claddagh ring, which is usually given or worn as a sign of friendship or love. A Claddagh ring can be worn as a wedding ring, an engagement ring, a symbol of romantic attachment, or simply as a symbol of a platonic, deep friendship. Because of their strong emotional connections and their beautiful designs, Claddagh rings are often considered to be family heirlooms, and they are frequently passed down from mother to daughter.
Precious metals such as gold, sterling silver and platinum are frequently used to make Claddagh rings. Precious and semi-precious gemstones such as diamonds, emeralds, sapphires, rubies and topaz, can be inlaid or set into the metal. making these rings as precious and treasured as the emotions they symbolize. But whether bejeweled or not, a Claddagh ring has a striking, instantly identifiable, highly symbolic design that evokes eternal friendship and everlasting love.
Diane Hamments is a freelance author who writes on various subjects including Claddagh Jewelry, Collectibles and Memorabilia. Visit great gift ideas for more information.
Who Could It Be? (1)?
He was born in the 4th century and captured by Irish pirates in his teens. Sold into slavery, he escaped six years later and returned to Britain. After becoming a priest, he is said to have made Latin the language of the Catholic Church, and made the shamrock the national symbol of Ireland. The National Museum in Dublin is home to a bell he supposedly rang. Today his feast day is celebrated with marching and parties.
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Saint Patrick's Day.help me please?
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1.where Ireland's original settlers came from.
2.animal driven out of Ireland by Saint Patrick.
3.population of Ireland,in millions.
4.predominant religion in Ireland.
5.profession of 21 across.
6.original name of Ireland.
7.patron saint of Ireland.
8.country where 18 across spent 12 years.
9.see 13 down.
10.little person who lives in the woodlands of Ireland.
11.number of shades of green in the Irish countryside.
12.oldest official symbol of Ireland.
13.number of US presidents with Irish ancesty.
14.good-luck symbol of Ireland.
15.every 21 across has a pot of this.
16.Irish author whose most famous work is Dracula.
17.famous Irish drink.
18.number of leaves on a shamrock.
19.and 20 across.Irish is also known as this.
20.this was once banned between the English an Irish.
21.famili name of actor Liam.
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i need one more! something that really makes sense.
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