I know you love the Celtic Claddagh symbol as much as I do, and to celebrate Christmas this year, I have a very special Sterling Silver Claddagh necklace adorned with Swarovski® Crystals as a prize for one lucky reader to win.
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Introducing Irish Jewelry by Shanore
ShanOre, an Irish based jewelry company, graciously sponsored this prize for readers of Irish American Mom.
Before I share the details of how to enter to win this beautiful necklace and eternal emblem of love, friendship and loyalty, let me share the story of ShanOre and introduce you to their magnificent collection of Irish wedding jewelry
ShanOre Celtic Jewelry
ShanOre is an Irish company whose beautiful Celtic jewelry is designed, produced and hall marked right in Ireland's capital city, Dublin.
Their magnificent collections celebrate Irish culture, and often use iconic symbols of my homeland, such as the Claddagh and the Trinity Knot.
As designers and manufacturers of handcrafted jewelry ShanOre's artists, goldsmiths and silversmiths pay incredible attention to detail to create pieces that reflect the romance and magic of Ireland.
Each piece is crafted after many hours of design, prototyping and testing. Designers envision unique pieces that celebrate traditional symbols of Ireland or beloved ancient landmarks from around the island.
Some are head turning statement pieces, others are simple, yet captivating. But all of Shanore's pieces display a little piece of our Irish heritage and allow us celebrate the pride and joy we feel in our Irish culture.
I love the company's name which comes from Irish or Gaelic.
"Sean," pronounced "shan," means old.
"Ór," pronounced "ore," means gold.
And so, this company's name is "Old Gold" in Irish. I think this is a beautiful and expressive use of our ancient language. Nice job on choosing your company's name, ShanOre.
ShanOre's Bridal Range
Romance and magic are in the air at Christmas time, so I thought this would be a prefect time to highlight some of the beautiful bridal designs created by ShanOre.
The holidays are also a wonderful, romantic time to pop the question.
For those who are planning to get engaged to start 2017 off in romantic style, I think you'll enjoy exploring how Celtic designed jewelry can be a perfect emblem of love and marriage.
ShanOre's Celtic bridal ideas are truly unique and rich in meaning and symbolism.
ShanOre has an amazing collection of Celtic design engagement rings. These rings symbolize the Irish history and heritage you may bring to your marriage.
If you are in search of Celtic bridal ideas then check out ShanOre's free Celtic Engagement and Wedding guide.
Ireland's symbols and ancient Celtic imagery are eternally romantic.
Unbroken, interlacing lines are features of Celtic knot work, and perfectly epitomize the unity underlying a solid marriage that endures throughout time.
The Claddagh's hands, heart and crown symbolize friendship, love and loyalty the cornerstones of a loving life.
These are the symbols that adorn ShanOre's Celtic wedding bands, eternal reminders of the sacred and solid commitment that is marriage.
Perhaps a newly crafted engagement ring is not for you and you would prefer to combine the old with the new.
If you already own a gemstone, passed down through the generations that holds great family sentimental value, then a Celtic design ring mount might be the perfect way for you to create the ideal engagement ring.
ShanOre carries an extensive range of Celtic ring mounts.
And so, if you will be hanging the mistletoe this Christmas to surprise your loved one with a dazzling ring, then remember Shanore has crafted some spectacular rings with a Celtic twist.
Whether you are planning to pop the question, or have been married for years and years, I wish you a very romantic Christmas, as you curl up by the fire.
The Prize
Shanore is proud to offer an extensive range of jewelry featuring dazzling Swarovski© crystals. And good news - our prize has been specially selected from this elegant range.
Our Christmas giveaway is for a classic Sterling Silver Celtic Claddagh pendant encrusted with Swarovski© crystals.
The Claddagh, consists of two hands of friendship, cradling a heart of love, beneath a crown of loyalty.
The dangling Claddagh pendant is encircled by an intertwining Celtic braid.
What truly sets this piece off, is how the arc of the Claddagh is embellished with Swarovski© crystals.
The Giveaway
One lucky winner will win this beautiful pendant.
To enter just leave a comment on this blog post by noon on Monday, December 26th, 2016.
Any comment will do. What you write does not affect your chance of winning, but if you need inspiration why not tell us if you own a piece of Claddagh jewelry.
A winning comment will be chosen randomly. Remember to leave your e-mail so that I can contact you should you win. Your e-mail won’t be published, just used to contact our lucky contestant for mailing of the prize.
The winner will be announced on Monday, December 26th, 2016, at the bottom of this blog post. The prize will arrive in the New Year - a great way to start 2017.
You may check out Irish American Mom’s complete terms and conditions for sweepstakes’ entries by clicking here.
A big thank you to ShanOre for sponsoring this lovely prize.
Update – Winner Chosen
Good news. Our winner has been chosen using the randomized “Pick Giveaway Winner” WordPress plug-in.
Congratulations to …..
Karen Fratantaro
I’ll send our winner a quick e-mail to let her know about her lucky win.
Thanks to everyone who joined in and entered this little giveaway. And a big thank you to the wonderful folk at Shanore for sharing their jewelry with us this Christmas.
Slán agus beannacht,
(Goodbye and blessings)
Mairéad -Irish American Mom
Pronunciation - slawn ah-gus ban-ock-th
Mairéad - rhymes with parade
A Little Bit of Legalese – my disclosure notice: Irish American Mom did not receive payment for this blog post. I simply like to help spread the word about Irish and Irish American businesses. If I receive payment for a sponsored post I will always share that information with you. A big thank you to ShanOre for graciously sponsoring the prize for this wonderful holiday giveaway.
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Rebecca
Happy Christmas! Such a gorgeous necklace, I've always loved claddagh jewelry
Shay Shealy West
What a lovely claddagh necklace! I would be thrilled to wear this beautiful necklace in honor of my Mom's parents.
Bernadette
Beautiful necklace. Would love it.
Sherri Ellison
My husband & I will be visiting your beautiful country in June 2017 to renew our wedding vows after 25 years! I've wanted to visit Ireland for several years and we're so excited to finally be coming there! Your blog is a lovely spot to gain some enlightenment before our visit! (fingers-crossed for the necklace, too!)
Irish American Mom
Hi Sherri - I hope you will have a wonderful time in Ireland - may Ireland be everything you ever dreamed it could be. Happy travels.
Mairéad
Vanessa Becker
Beautiful!
Miriam S
I have a gold claddagh ring and bracelet. I would love the beautiful silver necklace for when I wear silver! I love that the crystal touches too!
Cally
Beautiful jewelry! This necklace is gorgeous 🙂
Janet reynolds
Love our Irish heritage!
Anne D
Thanks for offering this pendant! I have a claddagh pin my parents gave me from Ireland, but have never been there myself. I would love to go one day.
Penny Wolf
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
Margaret O'Donoghue
I would love to win the Sterling Silver Celtic Claddagh pendant encrusted with Swarovski© crystals to give to my daughter, Deirdre, for her 18th Birthday on 26 January 2017.
Ann Docherty
Lovely piece! Merry Christmas Mairead!
SEAN KELLY
Lovely jewelry. Gave my wife a Claddagh ring for our engagement, would love to give her one of these too.
Teresa O'Dea Hein
Keep the tradition alive, at Christmas and throughout the year! Happy Christmas to all!
Jennifer Callsen
What a lovely piece, would wear it in honor of my Mom's Irish heritage!
Roseann Brewer
Merry Christmas to all!
Jean Costa
Absolutely beautiful!
James Francis
A striking,, beautiful pendant .
Patty O'John
My husband got me a Claddaugh ring for our 4th Anniversary with Gold Emerald Rubies & Diamonds. That was 24 Yrs ago!! We gave our daughter a Claddaugh for her confirmation. She loves it. In 2011 we took 3 week trip to the West Coast of Eire' (visited N Ireland too!!) was a trip of a lifetime that all Americans should see & the Irish treated us like Royalty
This Jewelery brings back such wonderful memories of an exquisite country & people. ☘️
Irish American Mom
Hi Patty - What a beautiful confirmation gift for your daughter. So thoughtful and meaningful.
Best wishes,
Mairéad
Heidi Nightengale
The pendant would be worn with thoughts of my mother and aunt each day --both were first generation and made sure that my siblings and I knew ALL things Irish. My sister even learned to speak the "original" language in order to get closer to their ancestors' culture! And now there children ( 3rd generation are in language classes, too!). Oh, I special this would be to me. I would never take it off!
Irish American Mom
Hi Heidi - It's lovely to hear your sister learned how to speak Irish and that her children are now learning. What a wonderful way to celebrate your family's heritage and the memories of your mother and aunt.
Best wishes,
Mairéad
ROSY
IT IS VERY PRETTY. ALL I KNOW IS ANYTHING FROM IRELAND IS PRECIOUS, EVEN IF IT'S A COFFEE CUP...
SOME OF OUR ANCESTORS CAME FROM THE PRECIOUS LAND OF IRELAND, AND I WONDER WHY THEY EVER LEFT IRELAND TO LIVE HERE... SORRY BUT THAT'S WHAT A HEART CAN FEEL. BUT ONE NEVER FORGETS OUR HERITAGE, AND OUR ROOTS...
Irish American Mom
Hi Rosy - I understand your yearning for Ireland - it's our spiritual home and I have heard many Irish Americans speak of how deeply they feel Ireland pulls on their heart strings.
Best wishes,
Mairéad
Audrey Stewart
I love this! I would gift this to my cousin, who lives in Ireland, with the last name Welsh.
Tina W
Thank you!
Donna Lynn Shields
Interesting jewelry and website. I always learn something new when I read it!
Mattie Lennon
"The Oul Claddagh Ring", made famous in song and story. I saw Tom Hanks wearing one in a film recently.
Happpy Christmas to all.
Irish American Mom
Hi Mattie - It's good to know Tom Hanks sported a Claddagh in a film. I've read too that he once watched a game of hurling on television while waiting and Shannon Airport and he was intrigued by the game.
Happy Christmas and all the best for the New Year.
Mairéad
Brigid OHara Koshko
I love the claddagh and what its meaning. What beautiful necklace!
Karen O'Sullivan
A Happy Christmas to you and your loved ones. The Claddagh necklace is beautiful. It well represents Ireland; the land, it's people, it's customs and traditions. Whoever the lucky recipient might be will be blessed. May the New Year bring you happiness, good luck, and many blessings.
Irish American Mom
Season's greetings and blessings to you too Karen.
All the best,
Mairéad
Sharon
It's simply gorgeous, many thanks for your great review! X
irishnannie
What a beautiful display of ShanOre's craftmanship...a real testimony to the richness of Irish culture.
Thank you and God bless you, Mairead, and those who offer ShanOre's pieces to the world!