A vintage sterling silver and estimated 8k gold Claddagh ring with a crowned heart, clasped hands, and classic Celtic symbolism.
This vintage Claddagh ring features the traditional Irish design of two hands holding a crowned heart. In Claddagh symbolism, the hands represent friendship, the heart represents love, and the crown represents loyalty. The design is associated with the historic Claddagh area near Galway, Ireland, and belongs to the broader tradition of clasped-hand fede rings, which have long been exchanged as tokens of affection, faith, and commitment.
This example has a lovely two-tone design, with a sterling silver band and an estimated 8k gold Claddagh motif. The warm gold detail gives definition to the heart, crown, and hands, while the silver openwork shoulders keep the ring delicate and easy to wear.
The ring is marked, though the marks are partially legible. The maker’s mark appears to possibly read BH, but this is not guaranteed. Additional marks include 925, a tower or castle-like mark, and a scale-style 925 mark. The gold content is estimated because the front detail cannot be acid tested without risking damage to the ring.
Details:
- Style: Claddagh ring / Celtic ring
- Material: Sterling silver with estimated 8k gold detail
- Ring Size: 7.5
- Setting Measurement: Approximately 1/2 inch / 13mm north to south
- Band Width: Approximately 1/16 inch / 2mm
- Weight: Approximately 1.8 grams
- Marks: Partially legible possible BH maker’s mark, 925, tower or castle-like mark, and scale-style 925 mark
- Condition: Excellent vintage condition with light wear consistent with age and normal use
- Presentation: Shown in box for scale only; box is not included and is sold separately
A meaningful vintage ring with Irish symbolism and delicate two-tone detail, beautiful as a token of love, friendship, loyalty, or personal heritage.