Tips on
Choosing Wedding Rings
There is
perhaps no greater symbol and expression of love, than with the
perfect set of his and her
wedding rings. Classic wedding rings in
gold or platinum, is a gift she will never forget. Not all wedding
rings and diamond ring settings are created equal. Find out what
makes men’s bands different from other styles of wedding rings and
bridal jewelry, and how it was used in history.
There are
a million different types of wedding rings. More modern styles are
available in a range of different metals as well as beautiful chunky
Celtic gold wedding rings. Celtic style rings are still popular as
traditional engagement and wedding rings and are available in 9ct or
18ct yellow or white gold as well as the increasingly popular
titanium and precious metal platinum.
A European
tradition encourages the engraving of the name of one's intended
spouse and the date of one's intended marriage on the inside surface
of wedding rings, thus strengthening the symbolism and sentimentality
of the rings as they become family heirlooms.
1. Things
to Note When Choosing Wedding Rings:
- Start by
noting her taste in wedding rings.
- Wedding
ring styles have changed and a plain gold band is not to everyone’s
taste.
- Wedding bands and wedding rings often come as part of wedding
band sets; which also typically match the engagement ring selected
for the bride to be.
2. Wedding
bands and wedding rings often are categorized by the following
features:
- Weight
- Purity of
Metal
- Thickness
- Fit
- Polish.
Wedding
bands can come with or without a feature stone; many wedding rings
are sold in fact in a plain style, crafted out of 18k gold, white
gold, platinum or titanium. Wedding bands can be thin or thick
styled, and the polish can be very shiny to more blended two tone
white and yellow gold combination varieties. Wedding bands, wedding
rings or wedding band sets can be purchased to accommodate any
budget.
3. The
Customs Revolving Around Wedding Rings:
According
to some customs, the wedding ring forms the last in a series of
gifts, which also may include the engagement ring, traditionally
given as a betrothal present. In older times, the wedding rings did
not only signify a sign of love, but were also linked to the bestowal
of 'earnest money'. Not only in England was the wedding ring
considered more connected to the exchange of valuables at the moment
of the wedding than a symbol of eternal love and bondage but in most
other European countries as well.
In some
European countries, the wedding ring is the same as the engagement
ring and changes its status through engraving and the change of the
hand on which to wear it. If the wedding ring is different from the
engagement ring, the question whether or not the engagement ring
should be worn during the ceremony leaves a few options. The bride
may wear it on her left ring finger and have the groom put the
wedding band over it. The bride may also continue wearing the rings
on different hands after the wedding – this may prevent the
engagement ring from scratching and scuffing.
Orthodox
Christians and Eastern Europeans also traditionally wear the wedding
band on the right hand. Jewish couples wear the wedding ring on the
left hand, even though it is placed on the right hand during the
marriage ceremony. Greek people, many being Orthodox Christians,
also wear the wedding rings on the right hand in keeping with Greek
tradition. A traditional reason to wear the wedding ring on the
right hand stems from Roman custom.
In the
United Kingdom and the United States in past generations, women wore
wedding bands much more commonly than men did. Today, both partners
often wear wedding rings, though for work-related reasons, personal
comfort or safety a spouse may remove it from time to time.
The
double-ring ceremony, or use of wedding rings for both partners, is a
relatively recent innovation. Further, modern ring sets in the
United States are often marketed as a three-piece set, including the
man's wedding band, the woman's engagement ring, and a slender band
that is mounted to the engagement ring before the wedding, converting
it into a single, permanent wedding ring.
To make
wedding rings, jewelers most commonly use a precious yellow alloy of
gold, hardened with copper, tin and bismuth. Titanium has recently
become a popular material for wedding bands, due to its durability,
affordability, and gunmetal grey color. In North America and some
European countries, many married women wear two rings on the same
finger: an engagement ring and a plain wedding band. In addition,
some women who have been married a long time wear three rings on
their finger (from hand to tip): a wedding band, an engagement ring,
and an eternity ring. Engraving wedding bands is also becoming very
popular in the United States.
4. What
About The Diamond?
Diamonds
have always been a girl’s best friend and are still the most
favored precious stone for an engagement ring. Diamonds really are
forever and very desirable objects. Diamond wedding bands are the
perfect compliment to any engagement ring. A diamond wedding ring or
diamond wedding band is by definition a personal jewelry item and
different people have different tastes and desires. Strive for the
perfect wedding band with the luxurious diamond.
5. The
gold As Well.
Diamonds
may truly be forever, but gold lasts a lifetime and it absolutely
never goes out of style. More and more ladies are choosing pink
sapphires in their engagement rings instead of the traditional white
diamonds; they are more affordable than white diamonds too. Learn
everything you need to know about quality diamonds before you make
this most significant purchase for your love. The classic choice is
a diamond solitaire, but you may also like an engagement ring with
multiple stones. If you prefer more of a decorated ring, there are a
wide variety of rings with side stones (eternity rings) like red ruby
rings, emerald rings, blue sapphire rings with diamond accented
baguettes that will add to the total price of the ring.
6. The
Symbol of Love.
There is
perhaps no greater symbol and expression of love, than with the
perfect set of his and her wedding rings. There are now so many
designer wedding rings to choose from including platinum wedding
rings, more affordable white gold wedding rings or traditional gold
wedding rings. Another option is unique wedding rings where you can
have your own wedding ring designed in platinum, white gold, titanium
and two tone. Finding wedding bands and wedding rings that ideally
represent your love and commitment does not have to be a frustrating
task, arm yourself with the necessary knowledge and you won’t go
wrong.
Shopping
for the perfect wedding bands or wedding rings can be a difficult
task, but if you embark on your shopping adventure equipped with an
adequate amount of knowledge, the experience can in fact be enjoyable
and rewarding. When selecting wedding bands and wedding rings, many
things must be taken into consideration; most importantly, whether or
not the wedding band sets you choose will look terrific, wear well
and accommodate your active lifestyle.
Your
options are endless when it comes to selecting the wedding rings
ideal for you and your partner. Some wedding rings are engraved on
the interior with a special lovers phrase called a "Posey"
-- or with the wedding date itself. Keep in mind that whether you
are spending $80 or $5000 dollars on your wedding bands or wedding
rings; you deserve only the best, high-quality merchandise.
Engagement
rings tend to have stones and wedding rings tends to be plain.
Throughout the world, diamond wedding rings are used to symbolize
love and the unbreakable bond of marriage.
your wedding. Think of the romantic associations of "falling in
love", the changing colors and deep blue skies that you can
often get in the fall. You can choose from a huge selection of
wedding favors that combine fall colors and leaf designs with the
“fall in love" idea. You can easily find fall-themed gifts and
personalize them in many ways. You can also personalise them by
wrapping them for your wedding.
