| The beauty, intricate designs and symbolism of | | | | engagement ring. |
| the Claddagh engagement ring and other Celtic | | | | The Claddagh is Rich in Irish Folklore |
| engagement rings has built a following among | | | | The Claddagh is the symbol for the Republic of |
| many young couples today. In a world of turmoil, | | | | Ireland, a design that is deeply embedded in the |
| confusion and duplicity, many of the younger | | | | Irish folklore. The image on the ring is that of two |
| generations are revisiting their roots for direction | | | | hands surrounding a heart with a royal crown |
| and guidance. The Irish community is rich in | | | | placed directly above the heart. The design |
| mythology, spiritualism and cultural beliefs. The | | | | symbolizes the welcoming hands of a marriage |
| Celtic engagement ring is a sign of deeply held | | | | union; a strong and loving heart and the crown |
| family customs and beliefs. | | | | represent the proud people of Ireland. |
| A Sentimental Gift is Found in the Celtic | | | | Many Believe Irish Design isn't "Irish" Unless it's |
| Engagement Ring | | | | Made in Ireland |
| The Celtic engagement rings are known for the | | | | There is a common held belief that jewelry made |
| sentiment that is symbolized in each ring. The | | | | in the Irish design isn't real if it wasn't made in |
| designer usually bases the design of each ring on | | | | Ireland. There are specific regions in Ireland that |
| a wedding sentiment such as "love for all | | | | are responsible for custom design. So a couple |
| eternity", "tying the knot" and some other | | | | shopping for the symbolism, sentiment and |
| sentiments of love. Then the ring is designed to | | | | beauty of a true Celtic engagement ring would |
| match and is named after the emotion or | | | | want to access Irish internet web sites or a visit |
| sentiment. Most rings have some sort of knot | | | | to a jeweler of Irish heritage. However, keep in |
| shape or combination of knots to symbolize the | | | | mind that in many traditional Irish circles, it is |
| union of two lives. The most popular style of | | | | considered bad manners to wear the Claddagh if |
| Celtic engagement ring is the Claddagh | | | | you are not of Irish descent. |