The interpretation of the symbolism of jewelry is a very complex and ambiguous area, directly dependent both on the culture of a particular nation and on more specific parameters. However, almost everyone knows what a ring on the right or left hand on the ring finger means. This decoration location is perhaps the most obvious and understandable to most of us, especially if we are talking about a smooth ring without a pronounced central element.
You recognized the engagement party, didn’t you? But not everything is so simple, friends!
A ring on the left hand on the ring finger is a common phenomenon. Decoration or sign?
Today, the ring on the left hand on the ring finger is found all over the place. This is one of the most “popular” places for such decoration. Although usually a person does not think about which finger to decorate with a ring. Nevertheless, most often it turns out to be the nameless one. By the way, this is not just decoration. It is the ring on the left hand on the ring finger of a person that can enhance certain traits of his character.
On both hands
If there are jewelry on both hands, then this can be regarded as follows:
- A person simply loves luxurious, expensive things that he is not embarrassed to show off.
- The desire to show yourself as strong, independent and self-sufficient.
- A person shows his creative individuality, and his nature is prone to adventurous decisions.
Most people who wear jewelry on both hands, on a subconscious level, strive for success, attention, and power.
Main features
Let's consider all aspects carefully. A ring on the left hand on the ring finger is a sign that a person lacks happiness. Accordingly, he tries to summon him. The ring finger of the left hand is directly associated with luck, success and creativity.
By the way, about creativity. It is these abilities that become much stronger thanks to such a ring. They gain extra strength. If a person wears several rings on his ring finger at once, this indicates that the above-mentioned qualities are clearly lacking. That is, there is a strong desire to strengthen them.
As an example, you can pay attention to Vladimir Kuzmin. The ring, he says, gave him a clear creative edge. It helped him draw creative qualities from outside. Although outwardly he looked like a man who had them in abundance. You can also remember Vladimir Vinokur. His creative potential is enormous, but it is quite unstable.
Family status?
But it’s still worth mentioning the most important point. Wearing a ring on the ring finger of your left hand means talking about your marital status. In Russia, as a rule, it is unfavorable. In this case, it indicates marriage only among Catholics. This custom first appeared among the ancient Egyptians. They believed that the so-called “artery of love” emanated from the ring finger, leading to the heart. The Egyptians made rings from various metals, ceramics and glass. It was only during the times of Ancient Rome that the tradition arose of giving spouses bronze or iron jewelry as a sign of the inviolability of the marriage bond. In the 3rd century, the familiar gold rings appeared.
Not necessary…
However, you should not focus specifically on family relationships. The meaning of the ring on the ring finger of the left hand is not necessarily associated with marriage. This decoration is simply capable of emphasizing the passion for luxury, beauty and exquisite things. It is also the key to heartfelt connection, self-expression, wealth and celebrity.
If a person wears a ring on this finger regularly, it means that he craves pleasure, a pleasant pastime, and sensual pleasures. At the same time, he is a tireless romantic. If on a date with your chosen one you see a ring on this finger, do not doubt that he is positive, has good intentions and serious plans.
A small decoration indicates a person’s calmness and self-confidence. A large and bright accessory speaks of the violent and even slightly hysterical behavior of its owner. A wedding ring speaks of a familiar state for its owner.
At home, many people do not wear rings. The sign of “freedom” (the “divorced” status) is, as a rule, advertised only in public. Although everything depends on the state of mind of the man or woman who wears the ring.
Is it safe to wear a wedding ring?
Wearing a wedding ring may be unsafe in some cases. For representatives of some professions in some countries (for example, in the UK for medical personnel), there is even an outright ban on wearing wedding rings. For doctors, the reason is that the space under the ring is not disinfected during standard disinfection procedures, which means that a medical worker with a wedding ring may pose some danger to patients and to himself.
For those who work with their hands (car mechanics, working on factory machines, construction workers), wearing a wedding ring is prohibited by safety regulations. Many representatives of blue-collar professions themselves remove their wedding rings while working to avoid risk.
However, it is not uncommon for a wedding ring to get caught on any part leading to damage or even the cutting off of a finger and other, even more serious injuries.
There is a known case of a Swiss football player who caught his wedding ring on the stand fence while celebrating a goal. Jumping from the fence, he tore off his finger, which, however, the doctors present at the match managed to disinfect and freeze in time. Subsequently, the football player’s finger was sewn on.
But still…
But still, the heart is the most important “thread”. That’s why in most countries of the world a wedding ring is worn on this finger. On the right - these are positive emotions. Well, a ring on the ring finger of the left hand means parting with a loved one. Sad but true.
Basically, a ring on the ring finger is associated with marriage in most countries. In the USA, on the right hand is an engagement, on the left is a wedding. As a rule, people choose silver or gold rings. Although jewelry with large stones is also welcome. They are not always associated with marriage, but they look very beautiful. Especially if you decorated them with engraving.
What types of men's rings are there?
An interesting fact is that representatives of the stronger sex are more prone to symbolism in jewelry than women. Therefore, almost everything that they carry on their hands matters in one way or another.
Types of men's rings
Main options:
- ring - a decoration with a surface that is the same across the entire width. Traditional - wedding. Their meaning is known to everyone;
- signet - decoration with a flat platform on which a design or engraving is located;
- ring - a product with a stone.
In first place in terms of prevalence, of course, are wedding items. On the second there are signets and rings. But third place was confidently taken by amulets rings. This is a product with printed drawings, symbols or inscriptions. It is important for a man, protecting him on a spiritual level.
Materials
And here the representatives of the stronger sex bypassed women who adore jewelry. The range of materials that craftsmen use is indeed very wide. In addition to traditional gold, silver and platinum, tungsten, ceramics, steel, titanium, and new alloys are used.
Of course, most men prefer traditional materials, but they rarely refuse experiments in this sense. Especially if the product itself is interesting and beautiful.
"Finger of the Moon"
A wedding ring on the ring finger of the left hand is associated not only with creativity and beauty, but also with such a celestial body as the Moon. Accordingly, with romantic relationships.
The metal of the Moon is silver. That’s why, as a rule, a silver ring is chosen for the ring finger. Except for the engagement party. Most often these rings are made of gold. However, it is worth noting once again that it is put on the left hand after the divorce. If a ring is selected specifically for her, people often turn their attention to jewelry with stones: jade, amethyst, turquoise.
Meaning for women
Women are better off leaving their choice on a gold or silver item. Unmarried ladies prefer rings with turquoise, diamonds, amethyst, and jade. It is unwise to choose jewelry and artificial metals; they block energy and negatively affect the owner.
Small items with simple patterns contribute to a girl’s calm state; complex patterns along with large stones, on the contrary, will make the girl too emotional.
A wedding ring gives a woman special power. Esotericists note that wearing a wedding ring strengthens family unions and improves health. For this reason, it is better to wear the ring constantly.
It is not advisable to choose a ring with a black stone; it will affect the marriage, making the relationship between the spouses difficult.
In most cases…
So, the left hand is the ring finger. The ring means in most cases that its owner was married for some time, but the union is currently dissolved. As already mentioned, it is generally accepted that this custom comes from the belief of the ancient Egyptians that blood from here goes straight to the heart. Engagement rings are also worn on the left hand. Such decoration indicates that its owner is just about to get married. In addition, a “promise ring” is also worn on the ring finger of the left hand. In general, in any case, one way or another, it is connected with matters of the heart. Some young people also wear a so-called purity (chastity) ring on this finger.
A wedding ring on the left hand is worn in Cuba, the USA, Canada, Colombia, Mexico, Brazil, Australia, Korea, Japan, Azerbaijan, Armenia, Turkey, Sweden, Croatia, Slovenia, Ireland, Great Britain, Italy, France. In Russia, Poland, Serbia, Belarus, Ukraine, Moldova, Chile, Kazakhstan, India, Georgia, Norway, Greece, Austria, Spain, Germany, it moves there after a divorce. On the left hand, two wedding rings are worn by widowers and widows (their own and their spouse).
However, this is just a tradition. Much depends on a person's personal preferences. There is a joke on this topic:
- Girl, why are you wearing the ring on the wrong hand? - Because she married the wrong person!
Therefore, the ring may also mean absolutely nothing. Whether it means something for a person or not depends on many factors.
How to wear wedding rings?
- Most people don't see the difference between an engagement ring and a wedding ring. And this is a big mistake. Wedding jewelry is worn by newlyweds in the registry office, but wedding jewelry is worn in church.
- The church charter states that you need to choose the right gifts for a wedding. For the bride it is better to choose items made of silver, and for the groom – from yellow metal (gold). The first option is a symbol of purity and femininity. Gold symbolizes masculinity.
- During the wedding, the couple exchanges rings three times. For the last time, they place “symbols of love” on each other’s left ring finger. Give preference to jewelry that has the words of prayer engraved on it. They should not have precious stones on them.
As desired - together or separately
As you can see, there are many different customs and traditions associated with wedding rings. Each country follows its own rituals, but in some cases they can be intertwined. Fortunately, now people have become more modern and less superstitious. Therefore, each couple has the right to decide for themselves what to do.
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be careful
In a word, wearing a ring on the ring finger of the left hand is most often associated with the marital status of its owner. Moreover, the meanings can be completely contradictory. In some countries, wedding rings are worn on the left hand. In some, they are put there after a divorce or death of a spouse. Some people prefer to wear engagement rings on the ring finger of their left hand. This indicates that a person subconsciously wants to change his marital status as quickly as possible. Romantic and dreamy natures are easily recognized by these decorations.
However, many people think wearing a ring on the ring finger of the left hand is not the best idea. First of all, this is a known sign of a widower or divorced person. However, it is not at all necessary to evaluate the ring from the perspective of family relationships. Creative and inventive people wear rings on their yin-yang fingers. This suggests that the owner of the jewelry easily solves all his problems. The owners of rings on yang fingers prefer to teach others and show how they can creatively use their skills in various situations.
Thus, this accessory is not just a decoration. Many people associate certain life moments with the ring on their left hand. Whether it is a symbol of creativity or marital status is something everyone decides for themselves. A lot also depends on the metal from which the ring is made. The presence of a gemstone or its absence also influences the symbolism. The choice is great. And everyone decides for themselves whether or not to wear one of these jewelry and what exactly it will be.
There are many traditions in wearing jewelry. Knowing the symbolism of rings and fingers, you can learn a lot about their owners. Of course, there is no specific set of rules, and jewelry can be worn as anyone wants. But some nuances are still known to people. The fingers of the left hand, including the ring finger, reflect the psychological side of the human personality, speak about his beliefs and character.
Don't forget about just a few important points when choosing rings. If you want to add grace to your hand, pay attention to models with elongated oval stones. If you are short or have very thin fingers, you should not purchase very wide rings. Thin jewelry looks much better on a girl’s hand than massive rings. If you are choosing a ring for everyday wear, consider that large gemstones will be unnecessary during the daytime. In general, take these nuances into account, and the choice is yours!
A variety of modern jewelry can satisfy all the wishes of customers. All that remains is to decide on the choice of model. Be careful too if you plan to give such a gift. When choosing accessories you need to be very careful, know many little things: taste, preferences, size. Therefore, as a rule, you need to know well the person you want to gift, so as not to make a mistake. However, for a loved one such a gift will definitely become something expensive and special!
Rules for choosing decoration
When choosing a ring, you need to consider several points:
rounded and elongated stones make the hand graceful;- rather wide accessories are not suitable for people with short stature and thin fingers;
- for a young girl, the most delicate jewelry looks better and more beautiful than large and powerful rings;
- For daily wear, you should not choose rings with huge precious stones;
- artists and famous people prefer large and solid rings.
According to ancient traditions, an even and smooth decoration can indicate a smooth and even life for the newlyweds after the wedding. An engagement ring should still be presented on your wedding day, as it will bind you throughout your life and serve as a symbol of fidelity and love.
There is a very wide variety of products on the modern jewelry market. The choice can satisfy any wishes of a loved one. Products are made from gold and silver, precious and semi-precious stones, and a lot of different and inexpensive jewelry, which can also look very attractive.
