September - Blue Sapphire Birthstone Claddagh Ring

September - Blue Sapphire Birthstone Claddagh Ring. The stone of wisdom and royalty, of prophecy and Divine favor. To the ancient and medieval world blue sapphire signified the height of hope and faith and believed to bring protection, good fortune and spiritual insight. It was also a symbol of power and strength, of kindness and wise judgment.

Also available in 10K Gold.

Legend has it that the Claddagh symbol was originated by Richard Joyce, a Galway seafarer kidnapped by pirates and sold into slavery in North Africa where he learned the art of a goldsmith. When he was released, nothing could keep him from his beloved Galway where he returned to become a master goldsmith and where he created the Claddagh ring. For centuries this was used as a wedding ring by the fisher folk of Claddagh village, which nestled outside the walls of Galway city in the west of Ireland. Claddagh rings are worn as friendship, engagement or wedding rings depending on how they are worn. Friendship: by placing the ring anywhere on your right hand. Engagement: by placing the ring on the third finger of your left hand with the heart pointing outwards. Wedding: by placing the ring on the third finger of your left hand with the heart pointing inwards towards your heart. The symbols of the Claddagh are the Heart, Crown and Hands for Love, Loyalty and Friendship.

Weight: 3.0gms approx.
Width: Band Width 2.0mm/8mm at Claddagh approx.