Let's be honest--most women love jewelry. So much so that a convenient spot to place an heirloom ring, a wedding ring, a mother's ring, or other treasured pieces while gardening or washing the dishes is not only convenient but truly necessary. For this reason, Belleek cleverly designed the Claddagh ring dish, which is made from Fine Parian China. On the shell-like dish, Celtic knots circle the perimeter and meet in the middle to gently hold a single heart that is topped by a crown. According to Irish tradition, the heart represents love, the crown represents loyalty, and the hands represent friendship. Its motto, not surprisingly, is "Let love and friendship reign." Since the ring holder symbolizes love and friendship, it makes an invaluable gift to somebody whose love and friendship you treasure.

The Claddagh ring holder is an irresistible example of the Fine Parian China that Belleek continues to make. Parian is the name given to the white biscuit porcelain primarily associated with figure modeling. The name derives from its close similarity to the white marble mined on the island of Paros in the Aegean Sea. Since its introduction in 1857, Belleek has been prized by porcelain lovers the world over and has found its way into the collections of royalty, heads of state, and museums. This symbolic ring holder will make a charming addition to your Belleek collection, or would be a great piece with which to begin one.

This product has been discontinued; sales are limited to stock on hand.