Shanore Gold Claddagh Birthstone Ring - December

December Birthstone Caddagh Ring

The 14K Blue Topaz Claddagh Ring is the best gift for a December-born dame. Crafted in 14K yellow gold, this ring comes studded with four real diamonds and a heart shaped genuine blue topaz, the gemstone for the December born. The ring itself features a Celtic Claddagh symbol made up of two hands holding a crowned heart. The heart in the ring has been set with a shimmery blue topaz, a semi precious stone known for its gorgeous color. The ring shoulders feature clear and glittering diamonds for added sparkle. The blue color reflects the vastness of the skies and the oceans and the cool personality of the December born. The Claddagh represents love, loyalty and friendship values that never go out of style.

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Specifications

• Metal: 14kt Yellow Gold
• Diamond Colour: H - I
• Diamond Clarity: SI1
• Diamond Carat: 0.08ct
• Main Stone: Genuine Blue Topaz
• Main Stone Dimensions: 5mm x 5mm
• Main Stone Shape: Heart
• Traditional Irish Claddagh Ring
• Handmade in Ireland
• Hallmarked at the Assay Office at Dublin Castle

History of the Claddagh

The Claddagh (or Cladach, meaning 'the shore') features a crowned heart held by two hands - the heart represents love, the hands represent friendship, while the crown stands for loyalty. As far back as medieval times, engagement rings had been inscribed with clasped hands to signify one's fidelity, while the heart and crown were eventually added in the 18th century.

The Claddagh is named for the former fishing village that's now part of Galway city in the West of Ireland, where iconic Claddagh rings have since been produced for hundreds of years. Legend has it that in 1695, a local teenage silversmith called Richard Joyce became enslaved by Algerian pirates, and invented the Claddagh ring while in captivity.

Whatever the true origin, the Claddagh has since exploded in popularity among those desiring to celebrate their Irish heritage, appearing on many forms of jewelry and art from weddings rings to casual gifts of friendship.