The heart symbolises love, the crown loyalty and the hands friendship. In Ireland this special ring is worn as a marriage, friendship and engagement ring.
The way the ring is worn, gives way to the marital status of its wearer. If the Claddagh ring is placed on the left hand and the heart points in the direction of the wearer, the heart is already taken. If you are engaged you wear the ring on your right hand with the heart facing the wearer. If you are still looking for the right one, wear the ring on the right hand but with the heart pointing upwards.
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