Claddagh – Let love and friendship reign

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Claddagh jewellery - handmade and ethical silver Florin coin. The Hairy Growler Love collection. Handcrafted and repurposed Victorian silver Florin Claddagh necklace by Hairy Growler.
The Hairy Growler Love collection. Handcrafted and repurposed Victorian silver Florin Claddagh necklace by Hairy Growler.
Claddagh jewellery - handmade and ethical silver Florin coin. The Hairy Growler Love collection. Handcrafted and repurposed Victorian silver Florin Claddagh necklace by Hairy Growler.
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Claddagh jewellery - handmade and ethical silver Florin coin. The Hairy Growler Love collection. Handcrafted and repurposed Victorian silver Florin Claddagh necklace by Hairy Growler.
Claddagh jewellery - handmade and ethical silver Florin coin. The Hairy Growler Love collection. Handcrafted and repurposed Victorian silver Florin Claddagh necklace by Hairy Growler.
The Hairy Growler Love collection. Handcrafted and repurposed Victorian silver Florin Claddagh necklace by Hairy Growler.
Claddagh jewellery - handmade and ethical silver Florin coin. The Hairy Growler Love collection. Handcrafted and repurposed Victorian silver Florin Claddagh necklace by Hairy Growler.
Claddagh - Let love and friendship reign - Image 4
Claddagh jewellery - handmade and ethical silver Florin coin. The Hairy Growler Love collection. Handcrafted and repurposed Victorian silver Florin Claddagh necklace by Hairy Growler.

Claddagh – Let love and friendship reign

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£325

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Brief Summary… 

  • Recycled silver Victorian Florin coin circa 1890’s
  • Meticulously hand cut, carved and engraved
  • Made using only traditional hand tools and techniques
  • Necklace chain included, various length options
  • Optional free engraved details on reverse
  • Optional Silver, Copper or Bonze wee charm
  • Hairy Growler Shepherd’s Crook Necklace Catch: Sterling Silver
  • Size : Approx 35mm * 25mm
  • Symbolism : Let love and friendship reign
  • Handcrafted & Recycled in Cambridge
  • Made carefully with love

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Claddagh jewellery – handmade and ethical silver Florin coin

This beautiful little Claddagh design necklace has been meticulously crafted from an old English sterling silver Florin coin. The coin itself was minted in 1900’s from the finest silver. Not only does the silver ‘some-how’ feel warmer and more beautiful it also has the depth of its history behind it. This combined with the fact that it is more ethical and green to use than freshly mined and processed silver make it the perfect raw material for a contemporary take on a lovely traditional design.

The Claddagh is a symbol of love (the heart), friendship (the hands), and loyalty (the crown), often summarized as “Let love and friendship reign”. This traditional Irish symbol, originating from Galway, represents enduring commitment in various forms, from romantic partnerships and lifelong friendships to cultural heritage and personal identity.

The Heart: At the center, it symbolizes true love and affection.
The Hands: Reaching out to clasp the heart, they represent friendship and support.
The Crown: Positioned above the heart, it signifies unwavering loyalty and fidelity.

Together, these three elements form a powerful, cohesive message: “Let love and friendship reign,” embodying a strong commitment to these ideals in life.

Once flattened into the required shape, the hands, heart and crown design is roughly drawn onto the coin surface. This trace outline is carefully followed with an ultra fine piercing saw blade. The interior detail is revealed using the same hand saw and a pendant drill. The silver is also meticulously hand carved and engraved. The Claddagh / fáinne Chladaigh is traditionally an Irish ring given which represents love, loyalty, and friendship (the hands represent friendship, the heart represents love, and the crown represents loyalty).

100% Handcrafted & Recycled in Cambridge, UK

Size : Approx 35 mm * 25 mm

 

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NECKLACE INFORMATION

Many of the necklace / pendant designs are complete. These designs have a sterling silver chain attached to the pendant from both sides. This design is perfect for looking in a mirror to fasten the necklace. It also makes a fabulous feature of the handmade hook catch (and star if chosen).  The necklace length you choose includes the length of the actual pendant. Do not worry about the pendant dimensions we will take care of your order. Order the necklace length you would normally wear and the necklace you receive will sit in the perfect position..

 

BRACELET INFORMATION

Extra small : approx 170 mm

Small size : approx 185 mm

Medium size : approx 195 mm

Large size : approx 210 mm (good size if you want a looser dangly medium fit)

XL size approx 225 mm (includes an extra link; i.e. another lovely flower, butterfly, bird, etc section custom made)

XXL size approx 250 mm ((includes an extra two links; i.e. another couple of lovely flower, butterfly, bird, etc sections custom made)

Ring Sizes.

A local jeweller will happily provide you the ring size you require for the desired finger you wish to adorn! Its a quick, easy, simple process we all offer!However if you are buying a surprise gift please fee free to download this simple ring size guide to help.

Silver Chain lengths size guide

Silver chain lengths are many and various.  Mostly it comes down to two factors your size and individual style.  These will determine whats going to suit you at the times you are wearing it.  Click the link to see a guide of the most popular sizes and how they look, comparatively.