Antique Wedding Ring
September 5, 2005Posted By weddings
We all know just how important the wedding ring is as a symbol of your commitment
to one another and where some women may desire many diamonds on their wedding
ring others may prefer a cherished ring that was worn by someone in the family
and passed down through the generations.
Why should you choose an antique wedding ring?
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Where wedding rings come from
July 18, 2005Posted By weddingsThe question of where wedding rings come from is virtually unanswerable, but we have found a viable answer. Whether or not it is correct, it certainly is interesting.
In ancient Rome, it was believed that the ring finger actually was the only finger with a vein that flowed directly to the heart. The ring was worn then as it is today as a symbol of love with a direct connection to the wearers heart.
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Victorian Ring Traditions
July 17, 2005Posted By weddingsIn Victorian times, it was fairly common to use gemstones to spell out messages or names on rings. This was more common on wedding rings than engagement rings.
Such rings are much less common these days as most wedding rings have become simple diamond settings with few gemstones. Dainty rings are more popular currently and offer less space for putting together such messages.
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