Story of Galway Celtic Cross Sterling Silver Pendant

A stunning celebration of Irish culture, exclusively designed and crafted to the highest quality. Irish designed and Hand-Crafted jewellery that portrays the History of Galway. Each icon depicts landmarks of Galway and is a celebration of irish and Celtic culture and history in the heart of Galway.

Chain: Standard 18 inches

The 8 icons:

The Spanish Arch
Dating back to 1584, it served as a welcoming landmark for seafarers. Most famously Christopher Columbus, signalling the end of a safe journey.

The Galway Hooker
A traditional fishing boat unique to Galway, once eagerly awaited by the Aran Islanders as it brought vital supplies across strong Atlantic winds.

The Leaping Salmon
Symbolising both mythological Ireland and the natural bounty of Galway’s rivers and seas, it reflects a rich tradition of fishing that continues to attract anglers worldwide.

The Horse
Representing Galway’s deep equestrian roots, from the renowned Connemara ponies to the famous Galway Races held annually at Ballybrit for over a century.

The Coat of Arms
Reflecting the legacy of one of the original fourteen tribes who governed Galway over 500 years ago.

The Waves
A tribute to the powerful Atlantic Ocean that sustained Galway’s people and connected them to traders and visitors from distant shores.

The Claddagh
A world-famous Galway symbol of love, loyalty, and friendship. The Claddagh Ring, created by Richard Joyce, continues to be handcrafted in Galway to this day.

The Cathedral