a lot of modern maker of Claddagh ring seem to think that the traditional design be not good enough , and that they have to add more `` style . '' I would not have a problem with that if they style be not very often bulky , graceless , or downright ugly . here , however , we have a ring that be elegantly small and tastefully design . there be no strangely deform hand or oversized heart . everything be very nicely in proportion , and small enough that it look very good on even the slightest woman 's finger -lrb- trust I on that one , the woman for whom I buy this have such slight finger , size 5 be almost too big for she -rrb- . also , the silver be cheerfully bright , something the picture do not convey well enough . after consistent daily use , we can see no sign of tarnish or of wear on the inside . this ring be one of the most traditionally , tastefully beautiful Claddagh ring I have see , and for the price , it just can not be beat . just be careful which hand you wear it on !