Its has been the traditional wedding ring of the Irish Centuries, today the Royal Claddagh ring is worn by people all over the world as a symbol of love, loyalty, friendship and fidelity, and of their Irish heritage. The ring's characteristic scheme features two hands clasping a heart surmounted by a crown. The elements of this symbol are often said to correspond to the qualities of friendship (the hands), loyalty (the crown) and love (the heart) that are said to combine in a good marriage.
