Shanore White Gold Claddagh Birthstone Ring - April

April Birthstone Claddagh Ring

The 14K White Gold White Topaz Claddagh Ring is what every April-born lassie is sure to treasure. This precious piece of jewelry has been crafted in 14K white gold and features an Irish Claddagh motif set with a heart shaped white topaz. Two pairs of clear diamonds of H-SI 1/2 quality accent the center. All the gemstones are genuine and fine quality. The white topaz is the April birthstone. Made up of two hands holding a crowned heart, the Claddagh signifies love, loyalty and friendship. Pristine and pretty, this is the perfect present for the April babe!

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Specifications

• Metal: 14kt White Gold
• Diamond Colour: H - I
• Diamond Clarity: SI1
• Diamond Carat: 0.08ct
• Main Stone: Genuine White 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.