A piece of jewelry that, in modern times, has come to symbolize Ireland. Credit...Karen Cox for The New York Times Supported by By Sandra Jordan GALWAY, Ireland — Over the years the Claddagh ...

If you have an Irish friend—or even if you've celebrated St. Patrick's Day weekend—you're probably familiar with the classic ...

Last week, a woman on the reception desk at my GP office complimented my earrings (way to beat the grumpy NHS receptionist allegations). “My sister has a pair,” she said. But what she meant, I ...

The Claddagh ring has long been an Irish symbol, with its heart, hands, and crown worn as a symbol of love, friendship, and loyalty. The design’s popularity has surged recently, acting as a ...

As an authentic symbol of Irishness that you can wear on your finger – or in your ears or on your clothes – without the paddywhackery of a shamrock, the Claddagh ring has been enjoying a ...

the home of the man believed to have created the Claddagh ring symbol, who lived by their traditions long after their neighbors in Galway City? Originally located just outside of the Town of the ...

Historian Laura Fitzachary delves into the history and popularity of Irish iconography. 'The Claddagh ring is having a moment,' is a phrase that has been banded about the last few months ...

Brothers in row over ownership of Spanish villawhere their parents live and a move to evict their parents from the house ...

From Claddagh rings to trad music, Guinness selling out internationally and designers adapting sports clothing (think Lauren Hope’s reworked GAA jerseys and Pellador’s new take on football ...