Description Superbly well crafted Connemara marble sterling silver Claddagh pendant. The Claddagh design originated from a Gaelic speaking fishing village on the shore of Galway bay. The traditional thatched roof cottages of the village were made of rye straw. The women of the village sold their husbands catch of fish in the Galway market wearing their traditional Galway shawls. This symbolic design is part of Galway’s cultural history and is worn for love loyalty and friendship. Sterling silver. Hallmarked in Dublin Ireland. Attractive gift box. Made in Ireland About Connemara marble Connemara marble produced by thermal metamorphism of limestone approximately 600 million years ago. Connemara marble is a rare variety of marble with a distinct green colour. The stunning patterns represent this region of awe inspiring beauty in the west of Ireland.
