The Origin and Meaning of the Claddagh Ring, Connections to The Claddagh and Galway Goldsmith Traditions Claddagh Ring Meaning The Claddagh ring (Irish: fáinne Chladaigh) is a traditional Irish ring which represents love, friendship, and loyalty – the heart represents love, the hands represent friendship and the crown represents loyalty. The Claddagh ring can be […]
The home of The Claddagh ring, Galway and the Fishing village of The Claddagh have changed much throughout the years but still retain the charm of times past. To take a stroll along the medieval streets of Galway down throught the Spanish Arch to the fishing village of Claddagh nestled by the banks of the […]
It might be hard to believe, but in ancient times, Dublin was once a great naval power. In the year 870 AD, 200 ships set sail from Dublin to attack the fortress of the Britons on the River Clyde in Scotland. In a previous blog post, we provide a brief history of Viking Dublin. By […]
The Norsemen first settled on Dublin in 852, building a fort on ridge overlooking the Liffey at a spot where Dublin Castle and Christchurch now stand. Down by the river, was dark pool where the Vikings moored their long boats. The dark pool was called Dubhlinn in Gaelic, giving the city its modern name of […]
Rare Richard Joyce Gold Claddagh Ring Back In Galway In April of 2020, A rare gold Claddagh ring has finally made its way back to Galway, where is was created by Richard Joyce in Galway over 300 years ago. The ring has been acquired by The Galway City Museum where it will be on permanent […]
The Girona Fede Ring A wonderful example of a Fede ring was recovered from the wreck of the Girona, a ship of the Spanish Armada which sank off the Antrim coast in 1588. The ring, found in 1968 by a Belgian dive team, is cast in yellow gold and features a bezel of clasped hands […]
Famous People Who Wore Claddagh Rings Famous throughout the world, the Irish Claddagh ring has been given and worn by millions as a token of, ‘love, friendship and loyalty’. Given, the popularity of the Claddagh ring, it is no surprise that the ring has adorned the hands of many famous celebrities throughout the years. In […]
So you are ready to tie the knot and are thinking of doing something special to celebrate the Big Day, why not consider taking the whole thing to Ireland. You will be surprised just how much sense it makes after you read our 8 great reasons to get married in Ireland. You could go to […]
If you are planning a traditional Irish wedding, you can celebrate your Celtic roots by incorporating some of these Celtic wedding customs from times gone by into your big day. Hopefully some of these Irish wedding traditions will inspire you to add some Celtic tradition to your ceremony. Plan Your Wedding Day Around The Celtic […]
It is a truth universally acknowledged that any couple in want of a beautiful summer wedding must have flowers. For those who don’t know their daisies from their daffodils, selecting the perfect floral touches can be a challenge. Fortunately, our crack team of wedding experts have put together a comprehensive guide which will provide you […]
Who Were The Celts To understand the history of Celtic jewelry we need to understand the history of the Celts. The Celtic tribes originated in Russian steppes and first came to settle in Germany and Austria from around 1,200BC. They were a tribal society of farmers and warriors. During the 4th and 3rd centuries BC, […]