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Which Finger Does The Engagement Ring Go On?
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It really depends on where you’re located. If you’re in America, it would go on your left hand. The finger right next to your pinky. If by some chance you have more than 5 fingers it would still go on the finger next to your pinky. If you’re curious as to why the tradition started, it was because the Egyptians believed that the left hand was the closest to the heart and the left hand ring finger (right next to the pinky) was believed to have a vein that ran straight to your heart. By placing the engagement ring on the "love finger" they believed you would capture your lover’s heart and you would live happily ever after. However, even though science has proved that there is no such vein going from the finger directly to the heart, it hasn’t stopped the tradition from being adopted and practiced 100’s of years later in the U.S. and many other places.
In most European countries the tradition of wearing engagement rings is not the same as the U.S. They tend to wear them on the right hand on the finger next to the pinky. They received the tradition from the Romans, and in Rome the Latin word for left is translated "sinister" and in England, and most other European countries the term "sinister" is just as negative as it is in the U.S. The Latin word for right is "dexter" which later turned into "dexterity" which is just as positive in Europe as it is in America. Since the terms "left / sinister" has a negative implication, and the terms "right / dexterity" has a positive meaning or vibe, most Europeans took it as a good thing to wear their wedding rings on the right hand.
But it doesn’t stop there. Many different countries have many different traditions. Take for instance Scotland. They don’t discriminate against either hand. They will wear their engagement ring on the right hand and when they exchange vows and wedding bands they will put the wedding band on the left hand.
It really just depends on the person when it comes down to it. Many people follow the traditions of their country, and some don’t believe in traditions and will wear it on the finger they choose.
Although round diamonds have been the most popular diamond shape in years past, the Princess Cut is quickly gaining ground. What is it about this particular diamond shape that is making it more popular by the day? Is it the name; Princess Cut? Is it the brilliance of the diamond? Or Is it the price? Yes, if all things are equal, Princess Shape Diamonds are generally less expensive than round shape diamonds. This is because there is less waste created when cutting a princess diamond than a round diamond. (A princess cut will typically yield approximately 60% to 62% of it’s original rough diamond weight) However based upon my experience speaking with thousands of our customers, the cheaper price does not seem to be the primary factor when purchasing their engagement rings or diamond stud earrings. The number one reason for considering this beautiful shaped diamond is for it’s unique qualities.
I think it’s important to note that a very desirable quality of a princess cut diamond is to have it’s measurements as square as possible. Princess diamonds that are more rectangular rather than perfectly square, are generally less expensive and less desirable. Always look for as close to perfectly square as possible in your princess engagement ring or stud earrings. A length to width ratio of 1.05 or less is recommended.
The Princess Cut was invented in 1980 and is known as a brilliant cut diamond, rather than a step cut, like an emerald shape. It’s 4 corners are sharp and uncut, unlike that of a radiant. Depending upon how the diamond is cut, it will typically result in a diamond that has either 50 facets ( 21 on the crown, 4 on the girdle, & 25 facets on the pavilion)
It can also be cut in a manner that produces 58 facets. This type of cut will yield 21 facets on the crown, 4 on the girdle, and 33 facets on the pavilion.
Stay Tuned For Additional Facts About The “Princess Cut”
We received this question about Ring Sizing, and thought many people could use this information Hope it helps.
Question:
Hello,
I am very interested in purchasing a ring through your company and had one question. It says there is free ring sizing, what exactly does this mean? Is there a way I can try and size up her finger before I make the purchase? Or should I take my best guess and buy the ring and send it back for sizing if it doesn’t fit? Any help would be much appreciated, thank you.
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There are many tricks to getting the ring size. Here is a safe way. Go into her jewelry box and get a ring you know she normally wears and take it in to find the size. It will probably be a right hand ring. And if she is right handed, then your best bet is to take the size of the ring and go down about a quarter ring size. So if the ring you take in is a size 6, then when you order request the ring be a size 5 3/4. Because normally the dominant hand is bigger. The ring finger is on her left hand so going down in size is a safe bet. But if she is left handed, you are pretty safe ordering exactly the size of the ring you brought in, or even going up a quarter.
This is what I did when I was searching.
I pretended to talk to my mom on the phone and acted like she was telling me a story about a REALLY REALLY BIG GIRL. Say size 22 ring. Just so the surprise factor was there when I told my girlfriend, who was listening to my conversation. I said "NO WAY" and then I looked at my girlfriend and said "I need a comparison" and I looked at her hand and said "Hon, what’s the size of your ring finger?" Most girls will know. She told me a five, and I looked amazed trying to figure out just how big a girls hand to be with a size 22 ring finger. She was none-the-wiser and was completely into the story. I wasn’t going to purpose for another 2 months, so she never suspected a thing.
So you can be stealthy one way, or have a little fun and tell the story. It worked for me perfectly. Or just ask her for her size outright. But no matter what way you choose, you can send the ring back to get resized to us for free one time. So you’re safe. engagement rings
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Do I have to purchase a wedding band with an engagement ring?
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First to make it clear, you do not. Personal preference should be the deciding factor with that question. Some brides may chose not to wear a wedding band simply for reasons of comfort. Another reason that you might not purchase a matching wedding band is that many modern engagement rings are created in one piece to look as though there is already a matching wedding band being worn. This style is very popular today. The engagement ring may even be manufactured to look as though there are 2 wedding bands being worn. (One on each side) And there are also rings that are designed to have 2 separately purchased wedding bands worn with it. |
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And then there are even that are so elaborately designed, that you may not want to wear a band with it for a whole multitude of reasons. One such reason could, be that it wouldn’t even be possible because of unique design. Or maybe you do not want the wedding band to compete or “interfere” with the unique design of your very beautiful engagement ring.
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Now with all that said, if you are more interested in what “Tradition” holds and you would like to operate accordingly, you will probably decide to purchase a wedding band. Traditionally when a couple becomes married, the groom will present the bride with an engagement ring as well as a wedding band. (The groom almost always wears just a wedding band) But even at this point I believe that today’s standards are much more flexible than in years past. Many brides today often decide not to wear their wedding band together with their engagement ring. They may decide to just wear one and not the other. Or they may even wear the wedding band on the right hand and the engagement ring on the left wedding ring finger.
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| The important thing to remember is that you are the boss when it comes to your engagement ring and/or wedding band. You should decide what is right for you and what makes you feel comfortable and most importantly….HAPPY!! | ||
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