A traditional Irish symbol from centuries past, the Branka claddagh ring is today's hope. The darling central heart is secure between loving hands, a perfect crown set above - together representing purity, love, and loyalty. Traditionally, the manner of wearing has much to say:
Worn on the right hand, heart facing out... your heart is open.
Worn on the right hand, heart facing in... your heart is not available.
Worn on the left hand, heart facing in... your heart belongs to your spouse.
Worn on the left hand, heart facing out... you are engaged.
Hallmarks
S.F - maker's mark, possibly Stephen Faller Lt, Dublin
'woman playing harp' - Dublin Assay Office
'lower case J' - 1995
9 - 9ct gold
375 - 9ct gold
Ring Size
O (Australia and UK sizing) or 7 1/4 (US and Canada).
The Branka Ring can be resized upon request prior to shipping. Resizing is complimentary up or down three sizes. Please message us for a quote if more sizes are needed.
Condition
Vintage. Circa 1970s.
Great to Know
The Branka Ring belongs to our treasure trove of strongly sustainable, ethical, environmentally friendly, and conflict-free jewellery. She lives in our carefully curated collection of one-of-a-kind vintage jewellery pieces. A vintage piece of jewellery has many stories to tell. Tales of romance, love, family, happiness and sometimes loss and endurance. Handed down from person to person, generation to generation. The Branka Ring is a piece of wonderful history.
Behind the Scenes
Every alluring piece of jewellery chosen to take the stage in our unrivalled collection has been thoroughly assessed by Sarina, our Head of Jewellery Design and Curation. Sarina is an exceptionally qualified and accomplished gemmologist and registered jewellery valuer with over 20 years of experience in the jewellery industry.