Celtic Ring Design Celtic rings are often called Celtic wedding rings or claddagh rings. They were first seen over 300 years ago in the Irish fishing village called the Claddagh, from an Irish term meaning “flat stony shore.” The earliest rings were made of gold and show two hands presenting a heart between them.laddagh earrings and pendants are also available but, because they are not worn on the right or left hand, they don’t signal the romantic status of the wearer. Whether you wear your Celtic ring on your right hand or your left, it is a beautiful way to let everyone know that there is love in your life.