D86w
$185.00
Silver-plated solid brass case, dustproof construction,
diam. 1.25ins. (33mm), Japanese quartz movement, 3 year battery, stainless
steel back.
Stainless steel bracelet with butterfly clasp, white 'Claddagh' dial
with date.
Dön was the leader of one of the two warring families of gods. His children were the powers of light, the other family's children were the powers of darkness.
The Claddagh:
The Hand Signifies Friendship, the Crown Loyalty,
And the Heart Love.
The tradition of the Claddagh Symbol dates back
to the 16th Century when Richard Joyce, a native of Galway was captured
by Algerian Corsairs while on his way to the West Indies. He was sold
as a slave to a wealthy Moorish Goldsmith who trained him in the craft.
His master took a great liking to him and offered him his freedom which
Richard happily accepted.
He returned to his native country and settled down in the ancient village
of Claddagh, just outside Galway city, where he designed and made the
first Claddagh ring. It soon became very popular with local people as
a Betrothal or Wedding Symbol.
Today, because of this tradition, the Claddagh
continues to grow in popularity and is used internationally as a sign
of great friendship and love.
