Diamond rings as a symbol of relationships


The history of engagement rings

For us, a wedding ring - just a symbol of connection of relations with each other, or as we call it now “next step” of relationship when couple become husband and wife. Wedding ring - symbol and confirmation of marital status. When bBuying a wedding ring, we do not think about the origin and meaning of that tradition. In fact, wedding rings - have a rich history and beautiful legends, tied with that rings symbolize and also many discoveries tied to it to. How did it become that important symbol for mankind? How a pagan symbol became a Christian one?
From how long ago ring become it is not precisely determined, but their occurrence is associated with ancient Egypt for thousand and thousand years ago. Back then, they played the role of the rolling banner, by which the Pharaohs passed their power and will through the state representatives. Over time, gold rings began to be worn as a decoration and become symbol of rich Egyptian, and such precious metals as silver, bronze and materials as glass or clay - considered as less wealthy. First ring, according to Greek mythology, wore Prometheus in the order of memory of those days when he was chained to a rock by almighty Zeus.
prometeus ring
Rings inspired by legend of Prometeus
The first, oddly enough, began exchanging rings during a wedding ceremony, were ancient Egyptians, who as you all know incidentally, ware were not a Christian. It is believed that this ritual symbolizes the consecration of the marriage of ancient deities. Interestingly, at the beginning all rings were made of different materials. They might be made for example, of animal’s skin or bones. Later they were made from metals, including precious. But, of course, rings made from gold and silver could afford only wealthy people. The Romans, following Egyptian tradition from the Pharaoh, first out there worn wedding rings made entirely of iron. Only in the second century BC, there were made a first ring out of gold. In Rome, it was thought that the stronger the metal wedding rings, the stronger will and unbreakable marriage bond will. With the advent of Christianity, the customs continued to be observed. However, I must say, the Catholic Church is not just legitimized the ancient pagan ritual.
Ring made of strong metal

Engagement ring and religions

Only in 860, Pope Nicholas allowed the Catholics to exchange wedding rings during the wedding. The first Christian wedding rings didn’t look like it is now. They were massive and decorated with various symbols of those times. Most often, they were engraved with two doves, hands bound or spouse’s names. But over time, from engravings refused, only occasionally rings adorned with precious stones. Meanwhile, the poor could not always afford to buy even the cheapest engagement rings. Therefore, in some countries, it was a custom to exchange thimbles. After the wedding, newlyweds cut off the top to get a classic iron ring… Behind wearing of wedding rings existed a secret, sacred meaning. In most parts of the world there were believes that the ring is symbol of infinity. Not for nothing is sung: "The engagement ring has no beginning and no end." Thus, the engagement ring symbolizes the infinite love between husband and wife.
modern matching rings
In ancient Egypt, where he was born a ritual, the ring was a symbol of unity of the Sun and the Moon, which, in turn, designated male and female. In ancient Rome, the wedding rings were tagged, indicating that the women wearing it belongs to a certain man. Meanwhile, some people are not betrothed wore rings on the fingers and on the wrists or feet, they believe that this are «bewitched» decorations. It was believed that it will not allow the couple to escape from the wedding, that sometimes happened… However, in nowadays ring is just a decoration for most peoples would not ring, and now it can be worn on rather hands fingers or legs fingers. In Russia in the XV century, the groom during the wedding were ordered to wear an iron ring - it symbolized virility.

The bride was put on the white gold ring - as a symbol of purity and innocence. Why did groom tog on ring onto nameless or ring finger? Do you know why the wedding ring usually worn on the ring finger of the right hand in one half of the world and on the left hand in other? Alas, a definite answer to this question cannot be given today. There are several versions of this bill. For example, in Chinese mythology, all thumbs are "family" meaning. For example, the big finger is the parents, the index - brothers and sisters, the middle - the man himself, the ring – his or her husband or wife, and finally the little finger - children. So, the ring is worn on the ring finger.
White gold ring for her
Europeans believed that the ring finger is associated with the heart, so putted ring on this finger will be forever imprinted image of the beloved. By the way, engagement rings are usually worn on the right hand by people of the Orthodox faith: it shows that their marriage legally before God. But Catholics as the Protestants are wearing weeding bands on theirs left hands, because it is closer to the heart.
In ancient times, the ring worn by the man could tell a lot about himself. So, ring, put on a little finger, indicating that the man though is free but has no intention to marry. The ring on the ring finger indicating that the man’s heart is engaged. If someone wore a ring on the middle finger, it betrayed him an adventurer and womanizer. On the index finger ring worn by those who wanted to find a soul mate. Even in the last century, the wedding ring on her or his right hand for Orthodox and on the left hand for Catholics and Protestants clearly indicate that the man or woman is married. Divorced couples in Europe usually wearing ring on left hand. Two engagement rings on one finger also pointed to widowhood. Today people often dismiss conventions. Not all married people wear wedding rings, and they are often on the hand, which is convenient, rather than on what is necessary customs.

Engagement ring and society

The rite of betrothal was first introduced by the Romans: the groom gave the bride's parents a simple metal ring as a symbol of commitment and ability to hold the bride. The tradition is to wear a ring during an engagement at the bride's finger is closely linked with the custom to buy a woman. The ring is like a commercial commitment, confirming that the agreement will be fulfilled. Also, it gives a sign to other men, that this woman is already "not for sale". The Jews came to replace the ring custom of handing the bride coin as a commitment that the husband takes the financial support of his wife. Wedding rings made of gold for the first time there were the Egyptians, who wore them on the ring finger of the left hand, as to believe that it is from this finger directly to the heart is "love artery". Special force endowed wedding rings and Romans. They gave their wives rings, stylized key, in a sign that a woman takes her husband to share with all the duties and allowed the stewardship as an equal partner. betrothal ceremony was initially more important than the wedding itself - simply complete a successful engagement.
Modern engagement ring

In the IX century, Pope Nicholas allowed to all the Christians fated people to use wedding rings as a part of wedding ceremony. And since those time, ring became to mean not only a financial transaction, but also serve as a symbol of fidelity, constancy and love. It is also interesting to know the XV century, in accordance with the charter of the church at the wedding the groom as a sign of his strength wore an iron ring, and the bride as a sign of tenderness and purity - gold. Latter on, the bridegroom received a gold engagement ring and the bride - silver. Traditionally, choosing and buying rings is the responsibilities of the groom. Beautiful legend says that after the wedding ring should be worn without removing. The ancients believed that "if the ring cools, the love will cool to."
Regarding to styles of wedding or engagement rings, the classic is always in trend. This applies to clothes, and habits, and, of course, jewelry. Gold rings, diamond rings - are personification of elegance, good taste and high society status.

Engagement diamond rings nowadays

Real lady has to have not only the little black dress, but also a diamond ring. You have to agree that on a sleek feminine beautiful hand this decoration always looks gentle, appropriate and stylish. Buy a diamond ring for various reasons: marriage proposal, birthday of beloved one, your personal relationship anniversary ... or even because you - a romantic at heart and want to win the heart of yours beloved. Then the choice of such a method would be really relevant! In combination with arm full of flowers, the pleasant atmosphere of a diamond ring will strike even the most whimsical lady.
Modern engagement ring with diamond and pink sapphires

Also one can buy a diamond ring for themself. This accessory is always appropriate, give its owner confidence, complement the outfit, give the image of perfection. Suppose you decide to complete your collection of your precious accessories or expensive to acquire the first stone in the box.
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