Carman
$99.00
B3101w
Ladies, two-toned matt and shiny ion silver-plated bracelet watch. Nickle-free
brass case. Etched claddagh dial set with 8 stones. Japanese quartz
movement, water-resistant, stainless steel back, 2 Year battery.
Carman:
An early Irish traditional divinity. She and her three sons, Dian, Dub
and Dothur, blighted the crops of Ireland until the superior magic of
the Tuatha Dé Danann drove the sons overseas.
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.
