A symbolic piece of love, dedication, devotion and fidelity that two lovers share. A very subtle but very public piece of statement that tells the whole world that you belong to someone and they belong to you.
The engagement ring is traditionally worn on the left ring finger as it is believed that the ancient Romans have started this practice. The Romans believed that the finger has a vein that is connected directly to one's heart called the 'Vena Amoris' which means The Vein of Love. In reality, there is no such vein but the symbolism and the tradition are strongly uphold through many generations.
There is also a deeper meaning in engagement ring besides the practice itself. The engagement ring is designed in circle to indicate that there is no end nor the beginning and symbolizes an endless love that transcends this life.
To some people, engagement ring and wedding rings can be very similar, however, but did you know that they are very different extending to symbols and designs?
An engagement ring is to be given at the time of being proposed to whereas wedding rings are exchanged during the marriage ceremony. While most men only wear wedding bands, engagement rings are ever so significant to women as they indicate that they are engaged to be married.
Additionally, according to the tradition, engagement rings are supposed to be one single stone, preferably diamonds. Wedding bands design can be less complicated or more intricate with details of metal that feature pavé or channel set diamonds.
Many brides today tend to wear their engagement ring even after marriage, on the same ring finger as their wedding ring. However, tradition dictates that they wear the wedding ring first, closer to the heart, then the engagement ring.
As a result of this, many couples choose to buy engagement and wedding ring sets that match in design, or are designed to integrate into one complete design when both rings are worn side by side.
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