What is the Origin and Tradition of the Diamond Engagement Ring?
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- January 8, 2015
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Symbolic Meanings of The Engagement Ring/ History and Tradition
An engagement ring is a symbol of promise of marriage that is given to a woman to signify an engagement and a man’s intention of marrying her. It is a pledge of love and it symbolizes that a woman is no longer available to be courted by other suitors. The circular band of the ring represents an eternal union while the stone symbolizes unwavering devotion and commitment and has always been worn on the fourth finger of the left hand since it was once believed that this is where the vein of the heart is connected directly. It is given as a marriage proposal and when accepted represents an agreement of future marriage.
The types of engagement ring that is given to the dearly beloved may feature different center stones such as Topaz, Sapphire, Emeralds and Rubies. But the best and most popular ring for wedding proposals is the diamond engagement ring.
The history and tradition of the diamond engagement ring dates back centuries ago in Austria when the Archduke Maximillian proposed to Mary of Burgundy with a ring that is set with pieces of diamonds on it. This tradition stems from the premise that the nicer the ring, the better it will represent the ability of the man to be able to support his future wife. Diamond engagement rings have become a status symbol that in modern times towards the beginning of the 1990’s diamond stores and wholesale diamond jewelry shops began selling more diamond engagement rings than any other.
What then is the reason for the surge in popularity of diamond engagement rings? What makes engagement rings with diamonds special? This stems from the fact that unlike other gemstones diamonds are remarkably the hardest gemstones hence it offers a much more significant value. Diamonds hold its own unique and appealing properties than other gemstones because of its potential to show spectacular luster and shine. Given the proper care and maintenance high quality diamonds will most certainly last you a lifetime.
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