From the third century on, brooches played an important role in the attire of the Irish. The Tara Brooch is the most famous.
Brooches are more than decorative. They were used to fasten their cloaks.
Irish brooches are famous for their intricately detailed engraving, enamel inlays and exquisite craftsmanship.
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The Legend of the Claddagh Ring
by Bridget Haggerty

According to 16th-century Irish folk lore, a fishing boat from the village of Claddagh was captured by Algerian pirates and the crew was sold into slavery. One of the crew was a young man by the name of Richard Joyce, who was to be married the same week he was captured. Instead, Richard found himself far away from his love and his homeland.
See our article The Legend of the Claddagh Ring.
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Mo Anam Cara - My Soul Mate

Shown, a lovely gold ring from the Mo Anam Cara range of rings, pendants, bracelets and brooches for both men and Women.
Available in a variety of precious metals, this intricately crafted ring also features the classic Claddagh design which symbolizes Love, Loyalty and Friendship.
Having achieved enormous international popularity, any one of the items in the stirring Soul Mate collection would make an ideal gift for that very special person in your life - Irish or not.
To see the entire range, please click Anam Cara Jewelry.

Sterling Silver Charms
A lovely collection of charms, many with an Irish motif, including the Claddagh, shamrock, leprechaun, Celtic cross, pot o' gold and more.
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Crossover Claddagh

A lovely new design of the traditional Claddagh made by Solvar Irish Jewellery, an Irish-owned family business, based in the heart of Dublin. The diamond-set heart, hands, and crown in white gold, crosses over a band of yellow gold. Just one of several Claddagh pieces available at Celtic Shamrock.
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