A Claddagh ring reveals a lot about the girl/woman wearing it, but this is available only for a trained eye, because other people could say that what the girl/woman is wearing is just another beautiful ring. The Claddagh ring is represented by two hands joined together and holding a heart, that has a crown on top of it.

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Like we have said in the previous article, today we will discuss about how to wear a Claddagh ring in order to tell everybody you are married or engaged, and also about Claddagh wedding ring sets, available for those that will soon unite their destinies.

We will begin with the ways a girl/woman can choose for wearing her Claddagh ring. That are many ways that can be taken into account, but we will discuss only about 3 of them, that involves the ‘ring finger’, as it is called.

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The first way is wearing the Claddagh ring on your right hand with its heart facing away from you or in other words, with the heart closest to the fingernail. This means that you are still searching for a person ready to take your heart. In this case, you are neither married, nor engaged. There should be made a mention here: both males and females can wear a Claddagh ring this way.

If the ring is worn on your right hand with the heart facing towards you, it means that you are in a relationship and probably already engaged to your partner. By wearing a Claddagh ring this way, you show the world that you are no longer available. This method of wearing a Claddagh ring is mostly used by females to show men they are no longer interested in starting a new relationship. It is also used by females that don't want to be stressed by men, who are always harassing them, so it is in a way a protection method as well.

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The third and most important way of wearing a Claddagh ring is to place it on your left hand with the heart facing towards you. This means that you are married and obviously no longer interested in other relationships. Males and females can use this type of ring as their wedding ring, but usually this happens only with the ladies.

A wedding ring is beautiful when it is combined with other jewelry, such as a necklace, bracelet, earrings, pendants, medallions and others. So, what we want to present now are several accessories of this kind, which can be easily combined with a Claddagh wedding ring, because they have the same symbol: those two hands joined together by a heart, with a crown on top of it.

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The first accessory of this kind is a white gold diamond Claddagh necklace ($570 on Amazon). This product comes with a round cut diamond, that has 0.006 carats, 6 round cut diamonds (0.005 carats) and 4 round cut diamonds (0.004 carats). It is destined to weddings and wedding anniversaries alike.

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Maybe the most important symbol of Christianity, the cross, is also represented in the case of another Claddagh accessory: the yellow gold emerald Claddagh cross pendant ($126). You can always combine this cross pendant with one of the available yellow gold Claddagh rings. This product captures the classic design of the cross, by adding a bit of emotion through the use of the heart.

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And if you really want to make your future wife special, buy her also these yellow gold emerald Claddagh earrings ($217), that will accentuate her ears. The minimum total gem weight in this case is of 0.28 carats.

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Whether you select one of these accessories or another one, the simple fact that you have chosen a Claddagh ring to be your wedding ring says a lot about the love you and your partner share, a love that will resist in time and will grow stronger and stronger over the years.

The design of this Claddagh wedding ring is represented by two hands joined together to support a heart. In most cases, that heart has a crown upon it, but this is not available for all Claddagh rings. This type of ring is said to have been crafted for the first time more than 300 years ago in Claddagh, a fishing village. This is from where this type of ring took its name.

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The Claddagh ring is considered one of the most romantic wedding rings in the world and is chosen as engagement ring or wedding band also by couples that are not connected to Ireland or the UK. This is what an outstanding ring does; it breaks the barriers between cultures and makes everyone loves it.

There is no specific material from which this type of ring is made. Jewelers can use whatever they want: white gold, yellow gold, platinum, silver, and also what stones they consider appropriate for the metal they have used. In other words, they can use diamonds, rubies, emeralds, sapphires, opals, and many others.

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The legend which surrounds this ring says that a young Irish man, named Richard Joyce, wanted to marry his sweetheart, but faith had something else in mind with him. So, while he was on his way to the West Indies, he was kidnapped by pirates and sold to a goldsmith, who taught him how to become a master craftsman. In 1689, King William III negotiated for the slaves to come back to Ireland. The goldsmith, who wanted Richard Joyce because he was a skilled worker, offered him his daughter and also half of his wealth. But Joyce denied this offer and returned home to marry his sweetheart, as he planned several years ago. It is important to note that Richard Joyce stayed at the command of that goldsmith for many years, time in which he kept on thinking about his true love. This is why these Claddagh rings are seen as an expression of true love, that stands the test of time.

Everyone can wear a ring like this, even if he/she is not married. There are different ways to wear a Claddagh ring that can express your true marital status. But about them, in a future article.

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Now we want to say something related to the prices of these products. The first ring you see in this article is made from sterling silver and is sold by Kriskate & Co for the price of only $19.99. The second product is sold by the same company and even though it has a blue sapphire in the middle, it can be yours for the same amount of money. But there are also some cheaper Claddagh rings and the third one is one of them; it is only $17.99, is sold by Gem Avenue and it is made of sterling silver. These rings can be found on Amazon, the place where you can find 3000 other models of Claddagh rings, because they are extremely popular and highly appreciated.

In general, wedding rings created for couples are basically the same, only that the ring of the lady has a stone (or more). This stone is usually not placed on the wedding band of the groom, unless he requires this.

Online, you can find plenty of Websites that allow you to design your own wedding ring. These sites usually belong to jewelry designers, that allow you to create your own wedding ring, in order to buy that ring from them. The steps of creating the ring by yourself or, better said of selecting its elements (because the ring will be created by jewelers, not by you) are basically the same on all these Websites.

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First of all, you have to select the setting of the rings. If both rings (not only the bride’s ring) will use stones, you can start with choosing a stone and then continue with choosing a setting.

Let's say that you want to start with the setting. The available settings can be: solitaire, channel, pave, halo, invisible, settings for diamonds, for rubies and for other stones and also other settings, which can be created according to the customer’s desires.

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After selecting a setting, most jewelers ask you to select a metal. The most popular ones are: white gold, yellow gold, silver, rose gold and platinum. If you don't have money to buy your wedding rings from the metal you really want, it is much more recommended to wait until you have that kind of money. It is totally unappropriate to use some wedding rings at the wedding ceremony, rings that will participate at the holy service, and then change them with other rings, the ones you really wanted for your wedding ceremony. If this will ever happen to you, make sure to go to a priest again and ask him to read something from his holy book, so that those rings you two have now, to become your true wedding rings. Until that moment, those rings will not be considered true wedding rings.

After selecting the metal, customers will be required to search for an appropriate stone for the wedding ring of the lady. If you have chosen for example a platinum ring, most likely you will choose a diamond as the stone of the ring. If you have money to buy a platinum ring, the diamond will seem cheap. Obviously, if you target an ideal diamond, this could be much more expensive than a wedding band made from platinum. The available shapes of a diamond are: round, emerald, marquise, princess, heart, oval, radiant, pear, cushion and Asscher.

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A diamond has many other aspects to be considered, such as brightness, color, cut, clarity, carat weight and others, but these ones are in general recommended by a professional jeweler, since the regular customer does not know exactly what to choose in order to receive a beautiful diamond. You may think that any diamond will do, as long as it is a diamond, but this is not true; you need to know what to choose, if you really want an exquisite ring. Luckily, those jewelers that offer the possibility of buying wedding rings online, also offer consultancy related to choosing a wedding ring. We recommend you to always see the wedding ring before buying it. Images presented on the Internet may not be that accurate, so make an effort and visit the store of the jeweler you have in mind before ordering a certain ring.

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So asking for an expensive wedding band would be a bit awkward, especially coming from a bride that knows she and her husband have a limited budget for their wedding.

This is why for today, we have thought to create this article, in which to speak about designer wedding rings or bands, which are not that expensive. We are talking about Cartier wedding rings, exquisite jewelry for exquisite brides. The good thing about these designer wedding rings is that the groom will have to wear a similar ring to the one of his bride. So if the couple decides to buy rings from Cartier, not only the bride will be fashionable at the Jewelry chapter, but also her husband.

A Cartier ring is usually several thousands of dollars. Prices of these rings are not expressed on Cartier.com, the place from where you can buy them, but there is the possibility of requesting information about a certain ring that you like very much. You can also e-mail the information you find about a ring to a friend and also add a product to your Wish List, if you are an existing Cartier customer or even a potential one.

Cartier wedding rings are sublime and represent the symbol of love and commitment probably more than other rings, because of the history of the company that creates them. Cartier is a French company, which activates in the jewelry business for more than 100 years. This company is dedicated to creating only the best jewelry, that inspire beauty, style, refinement, elegance and other attributes that Cartier has conquered the world with.

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Purchasing a wedding ring from Cartier is more than just buying a jewelry; it is investing in a timeless keepsake, which will be treasured for many years, even after you are gone.

Cartier is the brand chosen by many Royal faces for wedding ceremonies and not only. This company creates more than just rings; it designs also, necklaces, bracelets, earrings, watches and other luxury goods, appreciated by so many people. But unlike other companies that target only very rich people, Cartier is designed for everybody. Their products reflect distinctive features and are true artworks, with designs recognized among many other designs. Cartier is a unique brand, that will make everyone using their products unique as well.

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‘Will you become my wife?’

These words (with a slight change in wording in different languages and with different intonations) are recited every day by hundreds of thousands of potential suitors around the world. Together with a proposal of marriage, the fiancée gets the so-called engagement ring. This tradition is very common and there is no precise definition for the ring which is received by a future bride. Here it is the classical picture: he kneels and says the phrase rehearsed, opening the jewelry box. If she agrees, she says ‘yes’, and wears the lucky ring on her finger. If the answer is no, he will have to return the ring to the jewelry store. (Romeo, make sure you have kept the cashier's checks!)

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Of course, the marriage proposal has many variations. Ingenious lovers come up with very surprising alternatives. The inscription “Will you marry me?” repeatedly appeared on the stadiums’ scoreboards, painted on the asphalt, drawn through the air. The ring does not always appear out of the box. It can be hidden in a flower bud, tied to a balloon, attached to the pet’s collar … Some girls even found the cherished ring in the soup, salad, dessert during a romantic dinner in a restaurant. The main thing with this extravagant proposal is to choose the right course and ask the chosen one to not chew. In general, these original proposals should be carefully considered. And the best – just say the word and get the cherished ring from the box. It is a romantic ritual, not a gala concert with special effects. In any of the cases, the ring is the star of the moment, so you should definitely take some time to find the PERFECT RING.

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She said ‘yes’

What do I do next? Of course, to declare all about your intentions to get married. This tradition has existed since 1215, when Pope Innocent III issued a postulate that all weddings should be publicly advertised in advance in the church. Today, only the bride and groom decide how, when, where and to whom announce their betrothals. This may be a church engagement, cocktail for friends and family, dinner at a restaurant or an ad in the newspaper. On the occasion of the betrothal guests are not obliged to give gifts, but nevertheless it is considered good to offer flowers or a bottle of good wine. At this party, the bride and groom can announce a wedding date or may keep it a secret.

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From the moment of engagement until the wedding day the bride should not be taking off the ring. It is usually worn on the ring finger of her left hand (in some countries – right).  The tradition of modern engagement ring dates back to 1477 when Emperor Maximilian I gave Mary of Burgundy as a wedding gift a diamond ring. Since then, the ring of precious metal (gold and later platinum) with a large gem is considered a classic ring.

Today, the ring of white gold with a large central diamond can be found at many companies, but the best, of course, is Neil Lane. You can choose a ring with a sparkling diamond cut or pear shape or languidly rectangular radiant cut or even emerald cut. The secret of diamonds that have that particular shine is given by the original mount. Neil Lane wedding rings will surprise you a huge selection of rings with a central diamond and various cuts (pave, baguette or heart-shaped).  The craftsmen of this company offer diamond in different colors – for example, a ring with pink and blue diamonds.

Also, if you know your future bride is very fond of antiquities, you r best option is to gave her a vintage wedding ring. This is a broad ring in yellow gold with diamonds, decorated with a large emerald, sapphire, ruby or pearl (an excellent alternative to the central diamond). The impression is that these rings are handed down from generation to generation. It sounds like a very attractive story.

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Thousands of years ago (long before the appearance of the rings), the symbol of betrothal was a strip of strong cloth or leather. The groom just tied the bride's hands and feet, so that she could not escape. We have gone far from barbaric times, so now in love men can ‘tie’ their women with a beautiful ring and sincere feelings, of course.

Finally, the wedding…

And then came the long awaited wedding day – time to put on the finger of your chosen one another jewel ring. A wedding ring is just a circle of precious metal. In most countries, this ring is worn on the ring finger of the left or right hand (depending on the country). One of the most important questions: what to do with engagement ring after marriage? There are several options. You can remove it and only wear the wedding ring, you can ‘move’ it on any other finger, wear it on a chain, or can be left on the ring finger together with the wedding ring. Fortunately, many jewelers have taken care of that so that engagement rings are combined with wedding rings, forming a great duo. As you expected, Neil Lane also offers this alternative.

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Another problem – the problem of compatibility of the ring of male and female – is excellently managed by Neil Lane. This jewelry house created great ‘couples’ of platinum, gold rings and rings of gold in three colors (white, pink and yellow). Platinum and gold rings are available in several designs: simple and elegant or adorned with diamonds or engraved with a specific word or even image. Most of these rings are original and sleek.

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The demand for wedding rings made in a combination of yellow and white gold, symbolizing the harmony of the feminine and masculine, is quite increased, compared with previous years. However, if some time ago, these products were a couple of bands superimposed on each other or placed side by side, they now form interpenetrating songs, creating a whole out of two different parts.  Many couples tend to buy wedding rings with diamonds, because this is the stone representing purity and strength of love. Spouses treasured symbols of unity throughout life. Simon G Company has qualified consultants which will gladly help all married couples to choose the most charming wedding rings.

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From the bottom of their souls…

Simon G’s catalog of wedding rings not only offers elegant and refined pieces, but the models presented here are truly exclusive. Each wedding ring can be made of white, red or classic yellow gold inlaid with semi-precious or precious stones. Also, it is very important to note the talent of the jewelers who designed the ring for your future spouse by investing in it all the inspiration. Each wedding ring will find an abundance of luxury decorations. The products can be made of any gold, with magnificent emeralds, marvelous rubies or unsurpassed diamonds. Wedding rings, engagement rings or other unique jewelry will always be the one you love for rest of your life.

Gold and diamonds – the killer combination

Simon G wedding rings are shown in all their delights and diversity. Among the company’s products there are male and female wedding rings created in the same or different style, according to the wish of the client. It often happens that representatives of the strong half of mankind prefer to have classical rings, while brides can feel totally in love with a gentle and elegant ring, adorned with loose diamonds. It is believed that the female wedding ring is the most important, because it involves a lot more work and sometimes may be more complex than a male’s ring. However, this is not totally true: wedding rings for men are also significant. This is a sign of determination and informed choice of the representative of the stronger sex. All products are stylish and will look great on the fingers of the strong reliable defenders of the family. Women's rings are specially designed for gentle ladies’ fingers, so, yes, there is definitely a difference.

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If the couple wants to be as close as possible to each other, they will select stylistically identical wedding rings. These products are made of the same metal, are similar in design and differ only in size. Such wedding rings are very popular among today's brides. Simon G is offering newlyweds the most amazing wedding rings created in a pair. The price for such dual-decoration will be a pleasant surprise.

It happens that a couple cannot make the right choice, despite the extraordinary abundance of proposals. Unique wedding rings with diamonds can be made to order. Also, do not be worried, because this company has really reasonable prices.

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Chosen at will

Simon G Company is pleased to offer their customers ready-made wedding rings with exquisite beautiful decorations and unique glamorous models running on an order at very affordable prices.  Every detail of the ornaments, symbolizing the union of two loving people, is of great importance. As a rule, it is best to consider all the options – products made of red, yellow and white gold with diamonds or other precious stones. Every detail of the ring has a secret meaning, so try them all. You might be surprised.

Especially exquisite are the diamond rings made of white gold. Traditionally, this stone symbolizes the inviolability of the union of two hearts. I must say that the sparkling clear diamond has always been appreciated by newlyweds. These days, rich deposits allow all who wish to acquire such a piece of jewelry, to choose whatever they might like. If the couple cannot resist the attractive sheen and luxurious pure diamond, hence, their wedding rings will be future family heirlooms. Modern wedding rings with diamonds have, in addition to the central circular stone, a series of smaller droplets of the same shape.

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Exclusive wedding rings can be a series of interlocking rings in one, including an intricate pattern in conjunction with a variety of stones. The majority of flat products have several semi-cylindrical shapes with rounded edges. The preferred rings are oval in shape and longitudinal in section. Nowadays these products are basic and are important for the couple throughout their lives. A wedding ring must simply be stylish and a real statement. Modern wedding rings with diamonds are constantly changing. For example, a classic ring is considered to be the one that has a heart shaped diamond.  

The classic model, representing the absolute love, is a three-dimensional ring. It includes white gold, personifying friendship, yellow – fidelity, pink – love. In today's reading, this ‘Trilogy’ has a somewhat different form – a ring made of platinum or gold, is decorated with three precious stones, which means past, present and future relations between the pair.

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Special rings – cheap!

The most striking attributes of the overall wedding is a wedding ring and wedding dress. Despite the beauty of the latter, it will be worn only one day, while the ring will last for life. To make a wedding ring even more unique, the couple can engrave it on the inside. This may be the name of spouse, date of the wedding ceremony, ‘special’ words. Quite often, couples use inscriptions in Latin or famous phrases. But the surprise is not that: if you buy a wedding ring From Simon G, the engraving service is offered for free.

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Why Buy Online?

If you find an interesting ring in a regular store, you feel like you just cannot live without! The problem is that many women have no time to go to jewelry stores. In addition, buying such important things like wedding rings can be difficult because of the lack of real contact with the product. I have often heard from shoppers that in jewelry stores any client will find ‘the same’ merchandise -  from the prevailing gold jewelry items and silver rings with stones or without, but not interesting. And here online jewelry stores come to the rescue – they are often focused on products of a certain style, for example, medieval rings or fancy contemporary rings or antique rings or vintage and so one. You just need to find your online store that fits your style, preferences, desires and, most importantly, your budget.

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How to choose a ring from an online store?

My advice is to look for those online retailers of wedding rings, which present closely images of the products, from all possible angles or even pictured on hand for you to make a better idea on how it will look on yours. Photos of the rings must be as realistic as possible, so you can see jewelry ‘as in reality’. Photos of the ring should have the possibility to be zoomed in decoration area so you can see it in every detail. Keep in mind that silver is a very difficult metal: silver ring is actively playing with light and ‘catches’ it on its round faces, resulting a photo in a yellowish or too blackened tint. And that is the main reason why many photographers are tempted by Photoshop: with this photo editor program they can remove all inappropriate shades and details. Pay attention to all those detail because you do not want to be fooled by a picture: in images the ring may look divine, but once you open the actual box, you will be deeply disappointed. Each bride is already stressed and involved in one hundred of things at once, so you would better take time and analyze the possibility from all perspectives before actually buying online. A smart trick is to call the operators and ask information if you can return the product or if the rings have guarantee certificates.

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When visiting an online jewelry store, there should be a comprehensive description of the products – the material sample of precious metal, the weight of the ring, if any special handling, such as blackening, and if there is a box for depositing it safely. For example, rings with semi-precious stones – amethyst, garnet, opal should have a special box, usually with a velvety dark interior in order for the ring to be deposited in optimum conditions.

Pitfalls and what to do about them

You do not know your exact finger size. It turns out that many women do not know or do not remember their ring size. It is okay! You have several ways to find it correctly. First, you can go to the nearest jewelry store and ask for the assistant to help you.  You can determine the size of a finger only by trying on different rings. If you cannot go to the store to find out your exact size of the finger on which you want to wear the wedding ring, you can define it remotely. There are special tables that can help you make a clear idea about the size, but, if you ask me, they are not too accurate. Choosing wholesale wedding rings is a tricky job to do and if you do not want to end up with a wrong size ring, then it is better to do all you can in order to find out the right size.

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You cannot see on the picture what the true “size” of decorations is. Conveniently, if the online jewelry store posted a photo of the ring in different angles, including how it looks on the hand and wrist of a model, then you are a lucky happy customer. In addition, the necessary details may be in the description of jewelry – for example, the width of the hoop or diameter in millimeters of the stone. If all this is missing, you can only check on the phone with the manager

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You have no idea how this ring will look on your finger. If the online store has no picture of your ring on the hand of a dummy, try to clarify whether the ‘try on jewelry’ service is available in your area. This service is now quite common: the courier will bring you a choice of several items and you are free to choose whatever suits you. Also, sometimes you can go to the office of the store, try on the ring and finally, purchase it. Unfortunately, this is not always suitable for buyers from other cities and I will still recommend searching online stores with the most detailed photographs.

Will the ring suit to your style? If you enjoy the same products from yellow and white metal, the best choice for you will be to have two-tone wedding ring. Since the wedding ring will be your constant companion, his design should seamlessly fit into your style of dress and lifestyle. Before buying the ring, think about whether and how will be combined with the contents of your jewelry box. If most of your jewelry is made of yellow gold, it is not worth buying a ring made of white metal. Conversely, a lover of white gold and silver is unlikely to wear yellow wedding ring.

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Often the girls are tempted to buy a wedding ring generously studded with diamonds (or one large diamond). These rings look great with a wedding dress, but sometimes they look too pretentious on the background of everyday clothing, especially if you are a fan of sports style. If you cannot do without the diamonds, it is best to choose a more neutral version with smaller stones.

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Shopping for miracles

Tacori jewelry shops offer precious and semi-precious stones cut by skilled goldsmiths and designers. They found the best ways of processing the stones, allowing them to reveal their fascinating beauty. The store sells only products with an exceptionally natural stones: garnet, sapphire, jasper, onyx, coral, amber and pearls and the jewel on the crown – the immortal diamond. Rings involving these stones are ageless and classic, beloved by women of all ages. It is not surprising, since only a few things on this world can be compared with a restrained, noble beauty of high-quality pearls.

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Rings with inlaid stones are probably the best gift a woman can receive from her husband and, if we take a look at the financial matter, this can also be a profitable investment, since over time the price of natural stones is continually growing. In any Tacori catalog you will find jewelry made with precious and semi-precious stones of excellent quality from all over the world, which would look perfect as an everyday accessory and as an exclusive jewelry for special occasions. Tacori designers also present you a huge selection of wedding rings made out of silver and carrying a classic design that will never be outdated or old-fashioned.

Looking through the Tacori directory, you can choose and order your favorite jewelry. The delivery will be provided as soon as possible and in the most convenient way for you. If you want to learn more about minerals and semiprecious stones, or you are indecisive and need advice, Tacori experts will answer your questions.

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Silver wedding rings

For many years silver has considered insipid and bland for manufacturing of wedding rings. But Tacori adopted another direction: they praise silver, which serves as an excellent basis for fine wedding rings. The metal is light, its popularity is not obsolete, provides a great opportunity to manufacture the desired designs and goes well with all kinds of gems. Tacori wedding rings made of silver can be considered redoubtable rivals of more precious rings. In the good old days silver products were not just decorations, but had medicinal purposes. The ability of silver to kill harmful microbes and to purify was noticed. Aristocrats and wealthy merchants commissioned silverware and cutlery, while the poorer people just throw a silver ring or a bracelet in the water intended for drinking. Wearing silver jewelry promotes calmness and improves resistance to disease.

Exclusive silver jewelry with inlays of beautiful stones will take a worthy place in your collection and will be favorites. By offering a good selection of silver rings of varying lengths, types and designs, Tacori gained its status on jewelry market. Stylish silver rings finely weaved will be a wonderful addition, but also a symbol of undying love.

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Women's silver rings are one of the oldest forms of jewelery, emphasizing the beauty and delicacy of the hands. The elegant silver rings, with inserted gems or just plain can even complement a pure white wedding dress or serve as an accessory for everyday outfits, giving you a unique style.  Equally favorite among men and women, silver wedding rings are versatile decorations, relevant almost everywhere. Rings are the kind of jewelry, which has been endowed with a specific sacred sense and echoes of this attitude can be traced even in our days. It is no accident that stone- amulets were inserted in the ring so as to be worn everyday.

All the ‘Gems of the world’ are there for you

Exhibiting a vivid breathtaking brilliance, all sorts of colors, endless combinations of shapes, sizes, cuts, all these elements only intensify the glory and fame of Tacori wedding rings.  Their beauty cannot be compared with anything in the entire world. Each ring is unique and each one is able to offer its beauty as a tribute of love between a man and a woman.  Each stone and design has its own character and its history.

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Precious stones have attracted people since the dawn of humanity. They are not only associated with wealth and status, but also considered the universal talisman, cure of disease, protection from evil forces, good luck in love, finding happiness and so on. And yet many of our contemporaries follow these ideologies, because they have not been refuted by science.

For example, carnelian stone can cure many nervous disorders, having a real beneficial effect on the human psyche. In Egypt, this stone was pounded and mixed with wine and thus the potion was considered as having soothing capabilities. Another interesting fact is that the ancients revered Carnelian more than gold and silver. A wide variety of colors (from deep red to golden) makes this a perfect gem stone for your wedding ring. Jade has a no less interesting story – the stone of all shades of green is considered the stone of life, health and longevity. Today, the stone regained his former popularity at the expense of depth and color intensity. It is used not only in jewelry, but also as a decorative material.

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Turquoise stone is another symbol of wealth, which is believed to help its owner to be successful since its ancient oriental  name translates as ‘stone of happiness’ and ‘stone of victory’. In addition to ensuring success in financial affairs, turquoise is a talisman of love. A rich palette of colors from green to blue makes it a favorite stone for wedding rings. Garnet is also associated with love, but if the calm turquoise is a symbol of loyalty, then a bright red garnet awakens around all sorts of amorous passions.

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1. Manufacture and delivery of wedding rings

The range of jewelry stores often is limited to the most popular models of wedding rings. If you want to buy original and exclusive wedding rings you have to get around more than a dozen shops. Often, married couples cannot find their right size or model of the desired wedding rings. In this case, it is advisable to book in advance individual orders (at least four to six weeks required for the execution). If you order wedding rings abroad, the actual delivery time may differ from those stated due to slowness of postal and customs services. However, if you are classic and simple in whatever you do, then wedding ring settings without stones will be the perfect choice for you. You do not have to wear a flashy ring if that makes you feel uncomfortable and awkward. Additionally, the delivery time will be greatly reduced.

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2. The size of wedding rings

A wedding ring should sit on your finger perfectly. If the wedding ring is bigger, then you will easily lose it. A too tight wedding ring will have a negative impact on your health. Given the fact that the fingers have a large number of nerve endings, squeezing the finger affects the transmission of nerve impulses and overall, your body condition. Plus it is also very uncomfortable. Any expert in this field would advise you to try the ring several times – the ring should not change its position on the finger. When buying a wedding ring, you should try it a few times to make sure that it really fits your size. The same experts advise you to be careful when choosing plain simple wedding rings because they should fit perfectly (the rings with stones may sometimes hide a small inconsistency related to your size, but a plain ring should fit like a glove).

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It should be remembered that under various circumstances the size of your fingers can change. It is recommended to refuse the choice of the size of a wedding ring after sleep, after exercising, during menstruation. At these moments, your fingers are swollen and you have excessive water content in the body. For this reason, the size of the fingers in the summer or in hot weather is always greater than in winter or in cold weather. The last ring of the fitting should be done when you are calm and the temperature of your body is normal. Just knowing your size is not enough. When choosing the size it should be noted if you can wear both the wedding and engagement ring on the same finger. Of course, this is your decision, but most of the women choose to do so.  

Not all wedding rings can be increased and decreased in size. Platinum is more difficult to process than gold. Most insertions cannot withstand the heating required for a jeweler to modify the size of the ring. When heated, there is also a high probability of losing coverage. If you know you have problems with your size (there are people who have very thick fingers, or, on the contrary, very thin fingers), you should better choose wedding ring settings without stones because you can alter without fearing you will destroy them.

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3. Material for wedding rings

At present, wedding rings are made of different materials: gold in different colors, platinum, titanium, palladium, steel. Ligature additives in the alloy of precious metal may cause allergic reactions and oxidation processes. Such negative manifestations are less likely to happen in cases of high-grade precious metal alloys. Platinum wedding rings cannot cause such reactions as a result of the high content of precious metal in the alloy. Pure gold and platinum are too plastic and are easy to bend. This is the main reason why there are added some adjacent alloys.

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Wedding rings made out of gold are not only classic, but also the best choice for many newlyweds. Wedding rings of symbolize prosperity and success and, of course, they have a timeless elegance. Wedding rings made of platinum ar4e designed for the self-confident people, clearly representing their needs and capabilities. The main advantages of platinum wedding rings are that they are exclusive, express strength and purity. Platinum is considered a symbol of eternity and the product of platinum does not wear out – the metal particles are moved along the surface, keeping the original weight of the product. The only drawback of platinum rings is the high price. If you, however, afford to buy platinum wedding rings, you should definitely not add any stones, because the metal speaks for itself.

Palladium wedding rings are a great alternative for white gold. Products made of this material are gradually gaining popularity among buyers. Titanium wedding rings are sturdy, durable, hypoallergenic and resistant to external influences. Wedding rings made of titanium are so easy that you almost do not feel them on your fingers. Perhaps this is why titanium wedding rings are very popular among men.

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Do not be afraid to mix gold in various colors. If you will not have stones, then why not play with colors of the metal? Wedding rings made from combined gold are a fashion trend, they say about its owner it is a modern and stylish man. As a result, they have become bestsellers in many countries around the world.

4. The style of wedding rings

The wedding ring will be your constant companion and its design should seamlessly fit into your style of dress and lifestyle. A wedding ring should reflect your personality. If you have a lot of work with your hands, choose a simple, massive ring with no stones that can be worn with different clothes and different circumstances. If most of your jewelry is made out of yellow gold, it is not worth buying a wedding ring made of white metal. 

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Who was the first?

Legend says that few thousand years BC, a very wealthy Egyptian gave to his sweetheart on the day of marriage a gold ring of an astonishing beauty. By this he meant that his wife is now becoming the mistress of all his wealth. Maybe the Egyptians were the first who gave us this beautiful custom. However, many people do not agree with this statement. It is known that the custom of exchanging rings existed among the ancient Indians and Anglo-Saxons and many other tribes.

Ancient designs…still in trend

Let us now try to imagine how the ancient wedding rings designs looked like. Even in ancient times, people have to strive for beauty and the ring which was chosen to be worn for life had to look attractive, especially because of reasons of beauty and elegance. Sometimes they were very zealous in this matter. Church is constantly rebuking lovers of luxury, recalling that young men should honor the customs and manners of their ancestors and be more modest in their desires. But, as is common in many nations, the center of attention at the wedding ceremony is the bride. Therefore, the bride wanted to put on as much expensive jewelry. For example, Indian brides often put on up to 15 kilograms of various jewels. In this case, huge wedding rings are just trifles.

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For some people, the bride and groom should exchange rings before the wedding day. Those rings served as a kind of material ensuring that the bride or groom will not change their mind. However, this was not uncommon, because there are known historical cases when one of the young ‘forgot’ about the promise.

In order to eradicate such ‘forgetfulness’, the Orthodox Church connected with the rite of the betrothal ceremony of the wedding. Standing before the altar, the bride and groom must exchange rings. So it was for mere mortals. But for the king, this special rite of betrothal still remained separate, however, if the Prince entered into a marriage with the bride of another religious denomination.

A magic touch

Do you know on what hand a wedding ring should be to worn? At this point the representatives of different religions have different opinions. The Catholic Church requires wearing a wedding ring on the ring finger on the left hand. The reason behind this custom is not known, but some scientists believe that such a custom existed in ancient Egypt. According to the beliefs of the Egyptians, the ‘artery of love’ is in the left hand. Orthodox Christians have a wedding ring on the ring finger on the right hand.

From these rules, there were exceptions. For example, in England during the reign of King George I wedding rings were worn on the thumb. However, this lasted a short time. In medieval Europe, wedding rings literally ‘roamed’ on all the fingers of both hands.
A wedding ring was considered not only an ornament. It was a symbol of fidelity of the spouses. To lose the wedding ring was a great sin, because it could lead to a variety of ills, including the destruction of the family.

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The perfect team: metal and stone

As a rule, the basic material for huge wedding rings was gold. In ancient Rome, for example, there were used iron rings and only later it became gold, pointing to the material welfare of his master. In medieval times the appearance of engagement rings is astonishingly varied. The rings were in the form of interwoven arms, hearts pierced with an arrow of Cupid. Often they had cabalistic signs, magic numbers (for example, ’3′ – as a symbol of faith, hope and love). Exceptionally popular were the ring-halves. They were separate, but linked together, forming a whole. The most common engraving was a phrase – ‘What God put together cannot be separated by man. ‘

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The eternal diamonds…

With the discovery of diamond deposits in India and South Africa, the wedding rings were decorated with diamonds. The first woman wearing a wedding diamond ring was the daughter of the famous Mary of Burgundy. In 1477, during the engagement with the Austrian Prince Maximilian, her father gave her a ring decorated with Indian diamonds. Gradually, the diamond has become an indispensable ornament of women's wedding ring. Men still prefer a ring made of gold (this is the highest standard, because it is not burdened by any refinements).

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Great diversity

In addition to the traditional gold rings in the world today there are many great wedding rings. They can be made of one metal and from the mixture of two or more metals. They are decorated with precious stones or are plain gold rims, which can be either convex or flat. The wedding sets are also a practice and convenient method. They may consist of two rings – a wedding and engagement ring, or three – a male wedding ring and two female – wedding and engagement rings.

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Conclusions

The history of wedding rings is very varied, has passed through different stages and has been subject to many transformations. The most important thing is that this tradition is still maintained (with slightly different interpretations, of course). Even people no longer opt for precious metal wedding rings, as in the case of tattooed wedding rings, the symbol and its significance remains the same. Ti a certain extent, history has to pay a great tribute to wedding rings, because they are one of the objects that gave meaning to the world. The whole universe is different when you have a partner on your side, when you love and you are loved.