Given in friendship or love, this Sterling Silver Claddagh ring is a classic, sentimental gift. A Claddagh ring is a traditional Irish ring that symbolizes love, loyalty and friendship.  The ring features a heart, crown, and two clasped hands.  The 400-year-old tradition holds that given in friendship, the crown should be worn at the bottom; as a gift of love, the crown appears at the top.  Add a personal touch with inside engraving, up to 20 uppercase letters.  Claddagh rings are given for many occasions, including birthdays, engagements, weddings, anniversaries or as a symbol of friendship.