Wedding Rings

Wedding Rings: Left Hand Or Right Hand?

It is an ancient belief that the vein in the fourth finger of the left hand went straight to the heart. This is one reason why the wedding ring is usually worn on the fourth finger of the left hand and symbolizes strong everlasting love and fidelity. Wedding rings are ideally worn on this finger as it is believed to bring the partners close to one another and keep them united. This belief dates back centuries - the vein from the fourth finger of the left hand was called the putative vein or the vein of love. Hence wearing the wedding ring on the fourth finger of the left hand became a tradition in almost all cultures and religions. This belief and tradition of wearing the ring on the third finger still holds strong and continues to this day.

Wearing Wedding Rings On The Right Hand

In some cultures and European countries, wedding rings are worn on the right hand. Widows generally wear their wedding ring on the right hand after the death of the husband. In some cultures the engagement ring is worn on the right hand and later on put on the fourth finger of the left hand during the wedding. Most brides in Greece wear their ring on the left hand before marriage and then shift it to the right hand after their wedding ceremony.

Wedding Rings From SamaraJames

Whatever the style and metal you decide to go with, wedding rings from SamaraJames mean you can rely on the fact that what you get is pure and finely crafted with care. Choose from a wonderful array of extremely well-designed, solid wedding rings, in your choice of style and metal. Take your time choosing them - you are probably going to have them on for life. Then with that wedding ring on your finger, go live life to the fullest. If you would like more information on wedding rings, please do call us on freephone 0800 612 2721.