Shanore Gold Claddagh Birthstone Ring - September

September Birthstone Claddagh Ring

The 14K Blue Sapphire Claddagh Ring is a breathtaking piece of jewelry for the September born woman. Crafted in 14K yellow gold, this beautiful ring features a Claddagh symbol made up of two hands holding a crowned heart. The heart is inset with a sparkling created blue sapphire and flanked with four real diamonds on the ring shoulders. As the birthstone of September babies, the blue sapphire is believed to evoke inner wisdom and protect lovers. As the Claddagh signifies love, loyalty and friendship, this exquisite ring is the perfect token of undying love.

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Specifications

• Metal: 14kt Yellow Gold
• Diamond Colour: H - I
• Diamond Clarity: SI1
• Diamond Carat: 0.08ct
• Main Stone: Created Blue Sapphire
• 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.