| The Celts have a long history full of | | | | and interconnectedness to its wearer. The |
| traditions and rituals. An extension of these | | | | lack of documentation on these designs simply |
| traditions that lives on today is Celtic | | | | add to the mystery and widespread appeal of |
| jewelry. A reflection of their rich history | | | | these wonderful jewelry pieces. Claddagh |
| and culture, Celtic jewelry make beautiful | | | | rings are beloved Celtic symbols and its |
| Celtic jewelry that usually consist of | | | | meaning is the well-documented. Claddagh |
| intricate Celtic symbols and designs. Celtic | | | | designs consist of a heart (representing |
| rings, for example, have very intricate | | | | love) and are topped by a crown (representing |
| patterns of knots, spirals, chevrons and | | | | loyalty) which are both held by two hands |
| scrolls with each carrying it's own meaning. | | | | (representing friendship). It should |
| Such uniquely designed jewelry possess | | | | certainly be of no surprise that Claddagh |
| irresistable charm and appeal to both men and | | | | rings make popular engagement and wedding |
| women of all cultures, not just the Irish. | | | | bands. The symbolism and beauty of these |
| Well-made, authentic Celtic jewelry make | | | | rings have resulted in a growth of |
| perfect gifts for anyone who loves jewelry. | | | | newlyweds-to-be buying these as wedding rings |
| Many jewelry designs of the ancient Celts | | | | around the world. It is also known to be a |
| carry great significance. We will explore the | | | | great gift between good friends. Often, the |
| most popular jewelry designs and the meanings | | | | gift is given along with the saying "Let love |
| behind them. First, the Celtic spiral. The | | | | and friendship reign". How a Claddagh ring is |
| Celtic spiral represents eternity. Spirals | | | | worn carries deep significance as well. When |
| are a common Celtic symbol and any type of | | | | the ring is worn on the right hand with the |
| jewelry can have a spiral inscribed. Next we | | | | heart facing outward, it shows that the |
| have the Celtic cross, which came about two | | | | wearer is unattached. If the heart is turned |
| centuries before the Christian cross. It is a | | | | inward, it shows that he or she is already |
| popular piece of jewelry that is believed to | | | | attached. When the ring is worn on the left |
| increase knowledge, wisdom, and fortitude. | | | | hand with the heart turned inward, it shows |
| Another popular design used in Celtic jewelry | | | | two loves joined in marriage. With the |
| are Celtic knots. The intricacy of these | | | | timeless elegance and history behind Celtic |
| designs make them both fashionable and | | | | jewelry, it is certainly an excellent reason |
| timeless jewelry works of art. There is no | | | | for anyone looking for jewelry to choose it |
| definite information on the actual meaning of | | | | over traditional jewelry pieces for their |
| looping Celtic knots but these are believed | | | | loved one. |
| to ward off evil spirits or bring eternity | | | | |