This design that of the heart held between two hands, with a crown on the top is reputed to be of a tradition handed down for many generations in the Irish fishing village of CLADDAGH, adjacent to the city walls of Galway.

Traditionally this ring was an heirloom of the family, handed down firstly as an engagement ring, then as a wedding ring. This unique design symbolizes Love in the form of the heart, the hands of friendship cradling it, and the crown of fidelity.

Worn on the right hand with the heart turned outwards and you are demonstrating to the world that your heart is not yet taken. Worn on the left hand with heart turned inwards, it means your heart has been taken in marriage.