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Wedding Band Traditions And Styles
Symbolizing marriage with a ring began in ancient Europe before the rise of Rome. At first marriage was a contract that melded two families for political or material purposes rather than a commitment between lovers. Emotions such as love and devotion didn’t enter the picture. The wedding ring originally stood for this material exchange. In modern times social mores shifted and marriage became a commitment between long term lovers and the ring became a symbol endless love and undying devotion.
The wedding ring is steeped in tradition. It is often the last in a series of tokens given by a man to his betrothed. At the wedding the best man holds onto the ring and gives to the groom during the exchange of vows. In more elaborate ceremonies it is carried in the wedding procession by a child ring-bearer related to either the bride or the groom. Marriage’s materialistic beginnings can be seen in the wedding vows dating from the time of King Edward VI which followed the phrase, ‘with this ring I thee wed’, with ‘this gold and silver I give thee’.
Most religions don’t have any rules regarding the metal for wedding rings. Although usually made of gold or gold alloy, titanium, nickel silver, stainless steel, tungsten carbide, and titanium are also popular choices. Metals that tarnish over time such as brass, silver, and copper are not widely used because they lack the sense of permanence associated with gold and other metals. Typically the rings made for women are smaller than mens wedding bands.
The traditional gold band is still the most popular style of wedding ring. However, it is not the only option. Couples from French speaking countries often use three interlaced rings standing for the Christian concepts of ‘love, faith, and hope’. Rings decorated with Celtic knots symbolizing continuity and oneness or the Claddagh style standing for fidelity are popular amongst people of Irish, Scottish, and other Celtic heritages.
In many European countries, the wedding ring and engagement ring are the same ring but it changes status with engraving and the change of hand on which it is worn. In traditions where they are separate rings there are a variety of options regarding whether or not the engagement ring is worn at the wedding ceremony. One option is to wear it on the left hand and have the groom slide the wedding ring over it. Another option is to wear the wedding ring and the engagement ring on different hands. A third option is to have the maid of honor keep the engagement ring during the wedding ceremony then return to the bride afterward.
Giving men wedding bands is a relatively recent innovation. The practice was first encouraged by jewelers in the 19th Century but didn’t become popular until after World War II. Today more than 80% of weddings include a double ring ceremony.
The hand womens and mens wedding rings are worn on varies by tradition. The right hand has been the traditional hand for making oaths since ancient times. Wearing a wedding ring on this hand symbolizes the sincerity of the oath. However, in some cultures wedding rings are worn on the left hand because the so-called vein of love is thought to pass through the left ring finger. How the ring is worn can also vary. Some traditions state that wedding ring should be worn below the engagement ring so that it is closest to the heart. While others state that it should be worn above the engagement ring, sealing the engagement into the marriage. Another common tradition is to wear the wedding ring alone and put the engagement ring someplace for safe keeping.
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