A Claddagh Ring for Christmas? Why not!
The distinctive Irish claddagh ring is believed to have originated from 𝙘𝙡𝙖𝙙𝙙𝙖𝙜𝙝 (the shore) near Galway, circa 17th century. It represents love, loyalty, and friendship. A married woman wears the ring on her left hand with the heart facing inward. A single woman wears it on her right hand with the heart facing outward. While the ring is assocaited with weddings, it can also be given in friendship.
Fun Fact: Although the story in Through the Veneer of Time takes place in the 16th century, I couldn't resist weaving a very special claddagh ring into my plot. Unsurprisingly, one reader caught it right away — I knew someone would! Oh well, call it creative license ;)
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