Morrigan
B76w
$110.00
Ladies antique silver plated Torc bangle with embossed 'Claddagh' dial. Japanese quartz movement, dustproof construction, stainless steel back, 3 year battery.
Morrigan
High Queen and goddess of the Tuatha Dé Danann (the mythical
race of people descended from the goddess Danu, responsible for all
the tales).
She was a trinity; Macha, Badb, and Nemhain, all three bloodthirsty
and feared by the enemies of the Tuatha Dé Danann.
As Macha she was goddess of war and fertility who could take the shape
of a crow or a raven.
As Badb she was the water-god whose sacred well was a source of knowledge.
As Nemhain she was the goddess of war and battle. Morrigan is responsible
for choosing who will die in battle. One of her more grisly omens is
the 'Washer at the Ford', where she appears as a maiden wringing blood
from the clothes of the hero who is destined to die that day.
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.
