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History of diamond engagement Rings
The engagement ring that symbolizes the eternal love of two people who have pledged to join together in marriage actually dates back to the 15th century. One of the first recorded accounts of an engagement ring was in 1477 when Archduke Maximilian of Austria presented Mary of Burgundy with a diamond ring. Maximilian wed Mary within 24 hours, thus beginning a tradition that has spanned centuries. Since that first engagement, the engagement ring has a rich history of change. The tradition of placing both the engagement ring and wedding band on the fourth finger of the left hand stems from a Greek belief that a certain vein in that finger, the vena amoris, runs directly to the heart. Engagement ring styles of recent decades have shown a great deal of variety, in form, detail, and shape of the center diamond . The engagement ring worn by a woman today-whether classic, contemporary, or antique style-is now, more than ever, a reflection of her personal taste and style. Most popular engagement ring styles today are the Solitaire ring, three stone diamond, and diamond ring with center stone and sparkling accented diamonds.
History of Promise rings
The origins of what we call a "promise ring" back to ancient times, when betrothals were a vital part of social life. A betrothal was quite different from an engagement; it was, as far back as Biblical times, a public announcement followed by a contract. The contract was quite businesslike, covering financial arrangements (information about the bride's dowry, and similar affairs) A betrothal ceremony took place after the signing of the betrothal contract. Once a betrothal was made, there was no backing out of the marriage; betrothals were legally binding. The wedding often took place months--and often years--after betrothal. Part of the betrothal ceremony required that the soon-to-be-groom show good faith by giving his soon -to-be-bride a betrothal ring; it was a symbol of his promise to marry her.
Rings for men
Wedding rings for the groom were virtually unheard of before World War II. During the war, wedding rings for husbands were popularized as mementos for soldiers – a symbol and reminder of the wives that waited for their safe return home. Today, both the bride and the groom select wedding rings and the exchange of rings during the wedding ceremony includes the bride slipping a ring on her groom’s finger as a symbol of their ever-lasting bond and commitment. Wedding rings for the groom are more than your basic gold or platinum band. Newer wedding bands for men are made of stainless steel, titanium sterling silver rings, with or without precious or semi-precious gemstones in both polished and satin or brushed finish. Wedding rings for the groom are more than your basic gold or platinum band. Newer wedding bands for men are made of stainless steel, titanium, sterling silver and even copper, with or without precious or semi-precious gemstones in both polished and satin or brushed finish. Celtic wedding rings are popular rings for men.
History of Gemstone Rings
Mankind has believed in the special powers and capabilities of gemstones since many centuries. Gemstones were earlier worn as simple pendants or amulets and supposed to protect the person wearing them from evil forces. The first rings that were made did not have any gemstones at all. These were gold, copper or silver rings in a flat or rounded style. Gemstone rings gradually evolved and the beliefs in the powers of gemstones spread to rings with gemstones too. Gemstone rings made with these beliefs are common even today. It is believed that there is a gemstone that represents every month in the year and is thus related to a zodiac sign. Gemstone rings with a birthstone are supposed to bring good luck and ward off evil. Gemstone rings worn as birthstone rings are usually made with a single gemstone representing that month.
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