This Silver Claddagh Bangle has a traditional Claddagh symbol with the addition of Celtic Knot-work along the band. The Claddagh Heart is encrusted with clear Cublic Zirconia Stones to add a bit of 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.
Metal: 925 Sterling Silver
Stone: 27 x RD 1.6mm White Cubic Zirconia (CZ) & 4 x RD 1.2mm White Cubic Zirconia (CZ)
Weight: 25.6 grams approx.
Width: Top 16.15 mm, Bottom 6.2 mm
Size: 6.9″ / 175 mm approx.
