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Following on from last week, this next phase of assembling a beautiful Trinity Knot Celtic engagement ring is carried out by one of our Goldsmiths.

Watch as one of Shanore’s skilled goldsmiths solders the Trinity Knot shoulders onto the band of a Celtic engagement ring. A master mould is then created.

Once the engagement ring has been designed, a master model is created by the designer and then each component is cast using a rubber mould. Before the components are returned to the Goldsmith, they are sent to Dublin’s Assay Office to test the gold. Here they are given their hallmark.

The castings are then sent to the Goldsmith to assemble. For this Celtic engagement ring, there are three pieces, the centre mount, the shank and the Trinity Knot shoulders. Colin, our goldsmith, starts by soldering the centre mount on the shank. He finishes by soldering on the Trinity Knot shoulders. To remove the stains created by the soldering, the ring is placed in pickling compound. It is then given to the polisher.

View our extensive range of Trinity Knot and Claddagh style Celtic engagement rings, bridal wedding band sets and Irish made jewelry.

Next time, we’ll see as the master craftsman setting the diamond on our Trinity Knot Celtic engagement ring.

Over the next few weeks we are going to show videos on the steps that went into creating one of our beautiful Celtic Trinity Knot Engagement rings, from the design process to the finishing touches of polishing.

This week, we are going to look at the design phase of creating a Trinity Knot Celtic engagement ring.

Shanore’s craftsman, Dave starts with the design phase for a Celtic Trinity Knot engagement ring. Taking inspiration from Celtic Art, our deisgner Dave enures that the design appears symetric and smooth. The Celtic Trinity Knot design must run with the contours of the band of the engagement ring.

View more of our Trinity Knot and Claddagh style Celtic engagement rings available in silver, white gold and yellow gold, some styles also available in Platinum. All our jewelry is Irish made.

Celtic Engagement rings by Shanore Celtic jewellery

Last year we featured this article and here at Shanore, we’d like to take this opportunity to reiterate finding the perfect Celtic engagement ring for your wedding day.

Every bride-to-be dreams of the perfect engagement ring. Our modern yet classic stunning Celtic engagement rings. These diamond rings combine Celtic ancient symbols with modern details and craftsmanship, creating a look that is authentic, unique, and truly second to none…

The best Celtic engagement rings are handcrafted in Ireland and stamped at the Assay Office in Dublin Castle. With Shanore,  you can peruse all manner of styles; from delicate Trinity Knot solitaire rings, to beautiful Irish Claddagh Celtic engagement rings with heart-shaped diamond centers. For today’s bride-to-be, a Celtic engagement ring can be a wonderful way to connect with the past.

The symbols on today’s rings vary, but all of them hold some special meaning. For example, the Trinity Knots that are such a popular motif on modern Celtic engagement rings have three interlocking segments – each part of the Trinity Knot represents the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. This motif has illustrated faith, love and eternity since the sixth century, when artisans began to use it on ancient manuscripts, art treasures, and metal work. These symbols are an example of the style known as interlace, or knot work. Famous examples of interlace appear on the colorful, vibrant pages of the Irish Book of Kells, which illustrates the four books of the Gospel.

Another common motif on today’s Celtic engagement rings is the Claddagh symbol, which is comprised of a crowned heart-and-hands design. The crowned heart symbolizes loyalty in love, and hearkens back to the days when citizens swore loyalty to the King or Queen. The tiny hands that hold the pretty crowned heart in place are meant to illustrate the “giving of the heart”.

This touching and romantic motif is Irish in origin, and the first Celtic Claddagh ring was created as a token of affection and everlasting love. Today, many brides and grooms exchange Claddagh Rings on their wedding day, instead of plain gold bands. For today’s bride, choosing a Claddagh Celtic engagement ring, and a co-ordinating gold Celtic Claddagh ring for the groom, can be a wonderful way to bring a touch of classical Irish romance to a wedding ceremony.

There is a host of historical symbolism and significance in every genuine Celtic engagement ring. If you’re looking for a special ring that really embodies the past, the present, and all of your hopes for the future, you may find a Celtic design is perfect for you. The mysterious, mystical, and romantic motifs of the Celtic culture remain resonant and beautiful in today’s world…