From Waterford's Holiday Heirlooms collection, the Claddagh Ring ornament is sure to bring some sparkle and joy to your holiday tree. The Claddagh ring is a traditional Irish ring which represents love, loyalty, and friendship (the hands represent friendship, the heart represents love, and the crown represents loyalty). The design and customs associated with it originated in the Irish fishing village of the same name in Galway. The ring, as currently known, was first produced in the 17th century. This beautiful blown-glass ornament is finished with hand-painted details, and is accented with sparkling gold glitter paint. The ornament measures approximately 3.5-inches in diameter. Hangs from an embossed Waterford ribbon.