Silver Wedding Rings

Symbols and Motifs present on the Celtic silver wedding rings

Many of those who have Irish blood running in their veins or those who hold a strong fantasy with the traditions that Emerald Isle carry are found to have a strong appeal for Celtic silver wedding rings. This is one of the main reasons why a large number of couples now days are going for Celtic silver wedding rings to represent the love they hold for each other.

Nearly all Irish wedding rings carry renowned romantic traditions that were originated hundred of years ago. Many of the symbols and the motifs found on the Celtic jewelry are also found on pre historic manuscripts, rock carvings and crossing. Many of these signs have unique spiritual importance, whilst the others have elemental connection that attaches them to our world.

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Though there are many scholars claiming that the true meaning of the symbols on Celtic silver wedding rings is uncertain, a lot of people admire the rings for its distinctive art and designs. They are also largely attracted to the spiritual associations they have interpreted from it. Some of the best elements of Celtic silver wedding rings are these:

The ring itself: as seen in many other cultures, the wedding rings represent loyalty, love and devotion to spend the rest of the life together supporting each other mentally, emotionally and physically. Celtic silver wedding rings are a token that keeps the couple united for lifetime.

Trinity Knots: trinity knots are amongst the many distinct motifs found on Celtic silver wedding rings. Trinity knots have been associated with Christianity and paganism. The trinity knot forms a single coil that is so artistically wrapped that it forms a triangle. This triangle represents the Christian God as three individuals, the Father, the son and the Holy Spirit. The knot also represents eternity; this is the main reason why it is so commonly found on Celtic silver wedding rings.

Claddagh symbols: Claddagh by far is the most common symbol found on Claddagh symbols. The ring was made by a fisher Josh Royce, who was captivated by pirates and sold into slavery to a goldsmith. He eventually became the apprentice of the goldsmith and the ring having three symbols on it hands representing friendship are folded over a heart which symbolizes love and on the top of the heart there is a crown which displays loyalty. Josh Royce named the ring Claddagh, after his village. When few years later, he was given freedom, he returned to his village and gave the ring to his lover in marriage who was still waiting for him.

Celtic silver wedding rings are found in gold, white gold and platinum. It is worn by both men and women.

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