Made from sterling silver and thickly coated in 583 gold. It is stamped.925. It was individually handcrafted by a Silversmith in Ireland. Dimensions: 1 3/8" (left to right) 7/8" (top to bottom) Meaning of Design The Claddagh: has been in use for 400 years or more. It comes from Claddagh, a small fishing community in Galway, just outside the city walls. The heart denotes love, the hands friendship and the crown loyalty. The irish claddagh because of its tradition and design grows daily in popularity and is being used internationally as a token of great friendship and love.