Irish Engagement Rings

Irish engagement rings are an interesting way of approaching the engagement period of a relationship.These engagement rings are fascinating for numerous reasons.For one thing, there is more than one distinct design found in Irish engagement rings.For another, Irish engagement rings are tied up with a rich Celtic history.On top of this, Irish engagement rings are simply some of the most arresting of engagement ring designs found today.

Three of the most popular designs found in Irish engagement rings are the Infinity Knot, the Claddagh Ring, and the Gimmel or Bond Ring. The Infinity Knot is distinguished by its intertwining lines, as these Irish engagement rings are designed to represent eternity.The idea behind this is that the two lives are now bonding not only in this life, but also into the eternity beyond their physical life together.

The Gimmel ring dates back to the Middle Ages, and consists of three joined rings.Irish engagement rings of this type were originally meant to be broken apart in front of a witness, should the betrothed couple need to be separated for a time prior to the wedding (hence the other name of Bond Ring for the Gimmel ring).Each of the couple would receive one ring, with the witness taking the third of the Irish engagement rings.When the couple were again united at the wedding alter, the three Irish engagement rings were again joined into the wedding ring.

Perhaps the most popular of these three Irish engagement rings is the Claddagh ring.The Claddagh ring has its origin attributed to Richard Joyce in the 17th century, who was a goldsmith who had been held in Algeria for a time, having been taken as a prisoner during a journey to the West Indies.The unique design of these Irish engagement rings consists of two hands holding a heart, with a crown or fleur de lis being held above the heart.It is both the imagery of these Irish engagement rings, as well as the symbolism that has increased their popularity.The two hands of these Irish engagement rings represent the couples friendship, with the heart representing their love, and the crown or fleur de lis representing loyalty.

Irish engagement rings are a beautiful way to express a couples love for one another, as they are deep in symbolism and history.Expressing the unique quality of the love you share, while remaining steeped in tradition, Irish engagement rings at Abazias can help you to make certain that your engagement remains fresh in your memories throughout your life together.

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