Darling Irish Claddagh Pendant in Silver with Black Onyx Inlay

This sweet pendant features the Irish Claddagh symbol, and can be worn by anyone. The two hearts hold a silver crowned heart which is inlayed with black onyx. A perfect symbol of love, friendship and loyalty! NOTE: This is a traditional, small size. Please see photos and measurements. L: 0.6 inches; 1.8 cm; With loop 0.8 inches ;  2.2 cmW: 0.5 inches; 1.3 cmWeight: 1.3 g; 0.05 ozMark: Inside loop is an illegible mark (see photo) irishfamilyhistorycentre.com tells us:  "The Claddagh ring comes from the fishing village of Claddagh, just outside of Galway City. The name Claddagh comes from the Irish word cladach, which describes a flat stony beach or shore.One legend tells how Richard Joyce, a fisherman from Galway, crafted the first Claddagh ring around the 17th century. The story begins with pirates abducting the fishermen in the Joyce family while they were sailing near the West Indies.The men were then sold into slavery in Africa, and Richard Joyce was made to work for a Moorish golds