Claddagh Wood Carving

The Claddagh design is rich in meaning: the heart represents love, the hands symbolize friendship, and the crown stands for loyalty, while the ring’s circle reflects eternity.

It takes its name from a small fishing village in Galway, where this iconic symbol first appeared over 400 years ago. Traditionally associated with the King of Claddagh, it was worn by local fishermen as a form of identification when they met others at sea. One enduring legend tells of a king, heartbroken by unrequited love, who placed his severed hands around his heart as a symbol of lasting devotion.

Over time, the Claddagh became a treasured token exchanged between friends and lovers. During the Great Famine (1847–1849), it spread far beyond Ireland as emigrants carried it to North America and across the world. Today, Claddagh rings are often kept as family heirlooms or chosen as meaningful wedding rings—making them a perfect gift for engagements, weddings, or anniversaries.

Dimensions: 10h x 14w x 2d

Hand carved out of Mahoney, Made in the USA.