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The Story of Diamond Wedding Rings

December 12th, 2009 by tome | Comments Off | Filed in Jewelry

The diamond wedding ring set is a fairly recent phenomenon; up until about sixty years ago, most married couples wore simple gold bands. Today, the diamond wedding ring set is fairly common. There are even diamond wedding bands for those who prefer these to diamond wedding rings that have a set stone in them.

The Story of Diamond Jewelry

Diamond jewelry has been enjoyed and desired for centuries. However, it wasn’t until about 500 years ago that the art and science of diamond cutting was born. Most of the stones that find their way into diamond wedding rings are cut and appraised in the Belgian city of Antwerp, which has been the center of the diamond business since the mid-1500s.

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Wedding Rings-the Symbol of Love

December 7th, 2009 by tome | Comments Off | Filed in Jewelry

Now that you have decided to tie the knot, the most important question is the kind of wedding ring that will symbolize the marital status of the couple. Wedding rings have always been a symbol of everlasting love between the couple. It’s strange to know that though women have been wearing wedding rings for eons, men started wearing it only recently, since the Second World War to be precise.

It’s important to decide upon the type of wedding band the man wants to wear, as this might be the only piece of jewelry that he may wear in his lifetime. So a myriad of decisions have to be made before selecting the perfect wedding band for the man.

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Celtic Wedding Rings. Eire To Eternity

December 4th, 2009 by tome | Comments Off | Filed in Jewelry

Wedding rings are considered by many to represent eternity, a never ending circle. For those couple seeking extra symbolism, a Celtic wedding ring may be perfect. There are many different styles of Celtic wedding bands, ranging from the Claddagh ring to bands featuring various Celtic knots and swirls. These types of wedding rings have now become popular world wide.

While many acknowledge there are approximately eight basic Celtic knots, the varying patterns, designs, and selections arising from these are enormous. Celtic wedding rings can be made from any of the colored golds, platinum, or silver.

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How Much Should You Spend on Wedding Rings?

December 3rd, 2009 by tome | Comments Off | Filed in Jewelry

Weddings are filled with superstition and history, and the most historically significant of all of these is the wedding ring. Hieroglyphics of weddings have taught us that the wedding ring existed almost 5,000 years ago in the time of the Ancient Egyptians. Made of found items such as leather or bone, the ring was worn on the 4th finger of the left hand, where it was believed the starting point of the Vena Amoris was. The Vena Amoris was believed to be a vein connecting directly to the heart, and wearing a wedding ring there would connect the couple in love and destiny.

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Visit Theweddingbandshop to Avail High Quality Irish Wedding Rings and Awesome Handmade Celtic Jewelry:

December 2nd, 2009 by tome | Comments Off | Filed in Jewelry
It is a well known fact that wedding rings play an important role in marriage ceremonies. It is the proof that the bride has actually married the groom and they both joined as one. It is something which everyone looks at. It is an important part of the marriage ceremony so it should be special. It is something which shows the love for his/her partner. There are several types of wedding rings available in the market but among them Irish wedding rings have their own unique celtic designs and style. They are known for their immense beauty and the charm and are derived from the traditions of celtic design. There are several companies which can provide you with Irish wedding rings but the quality they provide is not up to the mark and cannot serve your needs for a longer time. I can surely suggest you a company which can provide you with high quality Irish wedding rings and Celtic jewelry handmade.

 

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Wedding Ring Customs and Traditions

December 1st, 2009 by tome | Comments Off | Filed in Jewelry

Here in the west, we have certain customs regarding the exchange of wedding rings that seem perfectly normal to us: a double ring exchange where the groom puts the ring on his bride’s hand followed by the bride doing the same for the groom. Types of rings used are typically gold, with the woman’s ring often encrusted in diamonds.

Changing Customs and Lasting Traditions

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Wedding ring – a perfect gift

November 30th, 2009 by tome | Comments Off | Filed in Jewelry

Wedding is the one of the most remarkable event of our life. Both men and women have some precious moments and memories of this special occasion. Everything is new. Everything has a massage of happiness.

Wedding ring is the special jewelry ornament that binds the two souls for their lifetime. With the exchanging of rings they promise to each other to take every responsibility and share their feelings, sorrow and happiness. So, wedding ring in a wedding ceremony has a keynote i.e. ‘I do’.

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Summer Wedding Ring Planner – It’s Never Too Late to Start!

November 29th, 2009 by tome | Comments Off | Filed in Jewelry

Summer is here and wedding season is in full force. July is a slower month than June, but come August the number of people walking the aisle increases with September proving to be a strong month as well. The warm weather months are certainly ideal for holding a marriage ceremony with guests finding it easier to plan their busy schedules around an important day of celebration.

If your marriage is still a month or two away and you haven’t picked out your rings yet, don’t fret. Setting a church, synagogue, or mosque date, arranging the hall, catering, putting together the bridal party, honeymoon, and everything else takes time; now that you have that the bulk of the work has passed, you can spend a relaxing, stress-free time choosing wedding bands.

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Wedding Rings for Guys – How to Choose the One You’ll Like

November 23rd, 2009 by tome | Comments Off | Filed in Jewelry

Men often feel like they’re playing the supporting role when it comes to their wedding. Much of the attention is focused on the bride who usually does the bulk of the planning and decision-making when it comes to the big day. Sure, you had plenty of input, but as some of your friends will joke, you’re just along for the ride!

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Palladium Wedding Rings. Luxurious Luster For Less

November 22nd, 2009 by tome | Comments Off | Filed in Jewelry

Like the look of platinum wedding rings but not the price tag? You may want to consider a wedding ring crafted from palladium. Over the last few years palladium wedding rings have become increasingly popular for many good reasons.

Firstly, palladium comes from the same rare metal family as platinum. Palladium is a naturally occurring shiny, white metal, which like platinum, means it does not have to be plated with rhodium to maintain a luxurious shine. White gold wedding bands generally are rhodium plated to provide that nice white shine. Rhodium plating eventually wears off rings, requiring more plating every so often to maintain that silvery shine and luster.

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