Claddagh Pendant Necklace
July 21st, 2011
Why Heart Shaped Jewelry Makes a Great Gift
So if you want to express your appreciation for another person by handing them a gift, obviously the perfect idea is a piece of heart jewelry.
Some examples of this wide variety of classic items include gold heart earrings, silver heart lockets, heart necklaces and heart charms. While a real diamond heart pendant makes a perfect and quite spectacular gift, you can find a huge variety of heart jewelry items which are far easier on the spending budget. Heart pendants are available in several metals, such as white and yellow gold or silver and can be set with real or artificial jewels. Unique, hand-crafted pieces of silver jewelry displaying heart shaped motifs are a reasonably priced alternative to gold and jewels.
Due to it’s popularity, the selection of heart jewelry products and styles is so enormous that you’re sure to be able to discover the perfect gift for a loved one – and you’re also sure to be able to find many opportunities to present it:
- – One particular occasion where heart jewelry is perfectly suited is a wedding anniversary. Whether you buy a piece of heart shaped jewelry as a surprise or as a joint decision ahead of the wedding, it will show your spouse how much you really care. Take note of whether she normally wears silver or white gold or if perhaps she prefers classic yellow gold. A little research in advance will make sure that you opt for the best heart design jewelry gift.
- – There is of course one day every year when any man has the perfect opportunity to show the one he loves how he feels. Obviously, the day in question is Valentine’s Day. If you would like to show your love in the best way possible then offer her a piece of heart design jewelry. Mixing the well-known symbol of love, the heart, and the most prized treat by women just about everywhere – jewelry – can’t help but melt the heart of the sweetheart and make her value you for many months in the future. Flowers die after a couple of days, yet a gift of a gold heart charm bracelet or a pair of silver heart earrings will be a lasting keepsake of your feelings for her.
- – One notable and traditional heart shaped piece with a great deal of demand and which has it’s own unique history is the Claddagh ring. Originating in Ireland over 300 years ago, this ring comprises a couple of hands holding a heart which are topped with a crown. Traditionally, this ring was used as an engagement or wedding ring, although it is now more often given to symbolize friendship, or to mark Irish ancestry, or just because it is an attractive piece of jewelry. And if you need to save a little on your budget, vintage Irish Claddagh rings made of silver can be acquired at an unexpectedly low price, notably if you’re happy to acquire second-hand jewelry.
So lovely items of heart design jewelry suit everyone and they also do not have to be costly. Whether you buy from the retailer in your local Mall or from an Internet merchant or web auctions, all of these outlets are a great place to get wonderful jewelry gifts and you’re certain to find the heart bracelet, locket or pendant that the person you give it to will cherish!
The author has extensive experience in buying and writing about all types of heart shaped jewelry and other variations, including heart shaped rings, white gold heart earrings and heart lockets – you can read about it at the website that Sue currently contributes to.
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Celtic Keepsake Pendant Necklace July $199.98 This beautiful necklace is heirloom quality and a keepsake for all time. Decorated around the outside with the Celtic Claddagh design, this sterling silver locket pendant holds a sterling silver & gold-plated trinity knot heart charm (symbolizing love), a sterling silver four-leaf clover charm (symbolizing luck) and your choice of Swarovski crystal birthstone (for personalization). The ¾” locket pendant has clear sides, one of which can be opened and includes an 18″ sterling silver chain. Made in Ireland; includes gift box. Choose Birth Month |
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Celtic Keepsake Pendant Necklace August $199.98 This beautiful necklace is heirloom quality and a keepsake for all time. Decorated around the outside with the Celtic Claddagh design, this sterling silver locket pendant holds a sterling silver & gold-plated trinity knot heart charm (symbolizing love), a sterling silver four-leaf clover charm (symbolizing luck) and your choice of Swarovski crystal birthstone (for personalization). The ¾” locket pendant has clear sides, one of which can be opened and includes an 18″ sterling silver chain. Made in Ireland; includes gift box. Choose Birth Month |
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Celtic Keepsake Pendant Necklace April $199.98 This beautiful necklace is heirloom quality and a keepsake for all time. Decorated around the outside with the Celtic Claddagh design, this sterling silver locket pendant holds a sterling silver & gold-plated trinity knot heart charm (symbolizing love), a sterling silver four-leaf clover charm (symbolizing luck) and your choice of Swarovski crystal birthstone (for personalization). The ¾” locket pendant has clear sides, one of which can be opened and includes an 18″ sterling silver chain. Made in Ireland; includes gift box. Choose Birth Month |
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Celtic Keepsake Pendant Necklace November $199.98 This beautiful necklace is heirloom quality and a keepsake for all time. Decorated around the outside with the Celtic Claddagh design, this sterling silver locket pendant holds a sterling silver & gold-plated trinity knot heart charm (symbolizing love), a sterling silver four-leaf clover charm (symbolizing luck) and your choice of Swarovski crystal birthstone (for personalization). The ¾” locket pendant has clear sides, one of which can be opened and includes an 18″ sterling silver chain. Made in Ireland; includes gift box. Choose Birth Month |
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Celtic Keepsake Pendant Necklace January $199.98 This beautiful necklace is heirloom quality and a keepsake for all time. Decorated around the outside with the Celtic Claddagh design, this sterling silver locket pendant holds a sterling silver & gold-plated trinity knot heart charm (symbolizing love), a sterling silver four-leaf clover charm (symbolizing luck) and your choice of Swarovski crystal birthstone (for personalization). The ¾” locket pendant has clear sides, one of which can be opened and includes an 18″ sterling silver chain. Made in Ireland; includes gift box. Choose Birth Month |
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Celtic Keepsake Pendant Necklace February $199.98 This beautiful necklace is heirloom quality and a keepsake for all time. Decorated around the outside with the Celtic Claddagh design, this sterling silver locket pendant holds a sterling silver & gold-plated trinity knot heart charm (symbolizing love), a sterling silver four-leaf clover charm (symbolizing luck) and your choice of Swarovski crystal birthstone (for personalization). The ¾” locket pendant has clear sides, one of which can be opened and includes an 18″ sterling silver chain. Made in Ireland; includes gift box. Choose Birth Month |