Shopping for Celtic jewelry gifts?
Probably the most beautiful thing about Celtic jewelry is not only its design but also its meaning and historic value. The Irish Claddagh Rings has a special meaning of “Let Love and Friendship Reign” which is a power statement between two friends, partners or even husband and wife. The Claddagh has been a popular piece of Celtic jewelry for couples in Ireland to show each others appreciation of love and over the years Claddagh Rings has become more popular around the world because of this special meaning of love and friendship.
Another popular piece of Celtic jewelry is the Celtic cross that has a design that is not uncommon in Ireland. A holy symbol that has been presented in Ireland since the introduction of Christianity into Ireland by St Patrick. The design of the Celtic cross can be made up of different patterns of the Celtic knot which can be seen all around Ireland and it is said that an Emerald Celtic cross piece of Jewelry is representing someone’s Irish blood.
It should be noted: Every piece of Irish jewelry made in Ireland must bear the Irish Hallmark, this is verified by the Dublin Castle Assay Office which is to guarantee quality in the piece of jewelry made.
By law, dating back to 1637, each Irish jewelry manufacturer and wholesaler in Ireland have to submit their products to the Dublin Castle Assay Office. All jewelry of precious metals must be assayed and stamped with the official hallmark, the traditional letter symbol for the year it was crafted, a fineness mark guaranteeing the purity of the gold, and the official insignia of the Irish Assay Office in Dublin Castle.
Before you purchase any Jewelry online ensure it comes with the Irish Hallmark from Dublin castle to ensure guaranteed quality of Irish jewelry.
