Claddagh ring
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A Claddagh ring is a traditional Irish ring with three primary features: a heart to represent love, a crown to represent loyalty, and two clasped hands to symbolise friendship. The design and customs
Claddagh ring
Wedding ring
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A wedding ring, also called a wedding band in the United States, is a finger ring that indicates that its wearer is married. It is usually forged from metal, traditionally gold or another precious met
Claddagh ring
…with it originated in Claddagh, County Galway. Its modern form was first produced in the 17th century. Claddagh rings have been used as engagement and wedding rings in medieval and Renaissance Europe. The oldest surviving examples of the Claddagh ring were forged by Bartholomew Fallon. The Claddagh ring belongs to…
A traditional-style (plain) 18K gold wedding band.
A pair of wedding rings
Marriage Ring with Scenes from the Life of Christ, c. 6th century, Walters Art Museum
Gimmel ring with the hoop opened, in the British Museum