The Claddagh — Love Friendship Loyalty | Raglan Shirt

There is a small fishing village on the edge of Galway Bay where, centuries ago, a goldsmith named Richard Joyce carved the first Claddagh ring for the woman he loved.

Two hands holding a crowned heart.

The hands for friendship. The heart for love. The crown for loyalty.

In the centuries since, the Claddagh has traveled the world in pockets and on fingers — carried by emigrants on famine ships, worn at weddings from Boston to Sydney, passed from mothers to daughters as both jewel and promise. It is perhaps the most recognised Irish symbol on earth, and one of the most quietly profound.

Love. Friendship. Loyalty.

Three words that together describe every relationship worth having. Every person worth keeping. Every bond that has survived distance, difficulty and time.

This raglan carries the Claddagh on a classic white and green or white and black baseball shirt - the symbol bold and clear on the chest. Wear it as a declaration of the people you love and the values you live by.

For the Irish and the Irish at heart. For the friend who has always shown up. For the love that has never wavered. For the loyalty that needed no asking.

Authentic Irish — Celtic Reader

A note on sizing: This is a unisex raglan cut — relaxed and comfortable on all bodies. We recommend sizing down one size if you prefer a more fitted look, or staying true to size for that classic easy baseball shirt feel. Size guide below.

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