Meanings behind the Irish Claddagh Rings:
"The Claddagh's Ring design features two hands clasping a heart, and usually surmounted by a crown. "- Qualities of love (the heart)
- Friendship (the hands)
- Loyalty (the crown)
The Claddagh ring can be worn on both hands but can mean different things depending where it is worn. Depending on how you wear it is usually meaning your relationship status.
Traditional Meanings of The Ring:
If the claddagh ring is on the person right hand with the heart of the ring facing away from the body then that usually means they are single and may be looking for a relationship.
When on the right hand and the heart is facing inward toward the body, this means they are in a relationship. Or their heart is taken.
When on the left hand it means a whole new meaning. when heart is facing away from the body on the left hand is usually means the person is engaged. Or promised their heart to someone.
When the ring is on the left hand ring finger and facing inward toward the body, it usually means they are married or not interested.
When the ring is on the left hand ring finger and facing inward toward the body, it usually means they are married or not interested.
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