How to Wear a Claddagh Ring the Traditional Way
Claddagh rings are beautiful and filled with meaning, and they've become popular symbols of love and commitment among couples of diverse ethnic backgrounds. How one decides to wear a piece of jewelry is personal choice, but those interested in following Celtic traditions should position their rings according to this guide.
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Instructions
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If you are single, wear the ring on your right hand, with the crown facing inward toward the heart, and the small heart facing away, pointing toward the tip of your finger.
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If you have a girlfriend or boyfriend, wear the ring on your right hand, but reverse it from the single person's position so the heart is pointing inward toward your heart, and the crown is facing away. This shows a connection between two hearts, effectively displaying the connection between you and your significant other.
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If you're engaged and are using a claddagh ring as an engagement ring, wear the ring on your left ring finger. Place it in the single position, however, with the crown facing inward toward your heart.
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When you have finally said "I do," wear the ring on your left hand, with the heart facing inward toward your heart. A romantic gesture for this is to have your spouse flip your engagement ring around during your wedding ceremony, and exchange specific vows based on the ring.
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Tips & Warnings
The claddagh has three symbols: The heart stands for love, the crown for loyalty and the clasped hands for friendship.
A pure gold claddagh wedding band signifies the purity of your love.
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Comments
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This is the way I've been wearing mine, but I wear it on my middle finger because it's a little too big for my ring finger and I have a regular engagement ring for my ring finger (and the wedding ring for later). Is there a way to include the Claddagh ring (flipping it over to the married position) during the traditional American ceremony with the other rings?
