The intricate interlocking designs and swirling spirals of Celtic art have captivated the imagination of people the world over for centuries. In Ireland, there is an unbroken tradition, dating back millennia, of working with these deeply evocative symbols that continues up to the present day.
Irish master jewelers, gold, and silversmiths bring fresh inspiration to ancient design motifs as their skills are passed on from each generation to the next. When you order a stunning piece of jewelry online, you want to be sure that what you receive honours this tradition and is authentic in every possible way.
At Irish Craft Jewelry, we ensure that this is the case.
Designer Jewelry Worn by Ancient Royalty
Iconic designs like the triple spiral, the Celtic knot, and the triple interlaced arc date back thousands of years into Celtic prehistory. While these and other symbols are also found in cultures outside the Celtic family, it is in Ireland that their use finds its high watermark in a continuous tradition passed down through the centuries.
The Claddagh Tradition
By the standards of Irish history, Claddagh is a relatively modern innovation. While ancient treasure hoards from neolithic times continue to be discovered on the island today, the instantly recognisable Claddagh design dates back to the late 17th century.
Galway native Richard Joyce was abducted by Barbary pirates in 1675 and held in captivity for 14 years. His Turkish master, noting the young man's eye for detail and steady hand, apprenticed him as a goldsmith. It is from these inauspicious beginnings that the Claddagh tradition began.
When Joyce regained his freedom in 1689 his master offered him his daughter's hand in marriage and half his property should he remain. Nothing, however, could deter the Irishman from returning home. The story goes that he then created the first ever Claddagh ring to declare his love for his childhood sweetheart.
Irish Jewelry Craft
Since Richard's return to Ireland, the tradition of Claddagh jewelry making has been maintained, unbroken to the present day. Irish Jewelry Craft is a family-owned business and we are proud to continue the long tradition of inspired jewelry-making on this island.
Our office is based in Dublin near the Dublin Assay Office in Dublin Castle. Every item of gold and silver jewelry in our collection is hallmarked by the experts of this historic office. We specialize in high-quality, handcrafted Irish and Celtic Jewelry designs with timeless appeal that you will be proud to own and pass on to future generations in the tradition of the Claddagh rings of the past.
At Irish Jewelry Craft you will find:
• Authentic Irish designs
• Handcrafted and unique pieces
• Guaranteed resizing of all rings
• Hallmarked gold and silver
• Iconic Celtic and Irish motifs
• Direct access to Irish jewelry experts
• Family-based attention to customer care
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