Few things in life elicit the unmistakable “ooooohhhhh” from someone as when they throw a left hand out, proudly displaying a wedding or engagement ring. Like a badge of honor, the ring becomes a part of the person wearing it and a symbol of the relationship status. According to Atlantis Ring, the first recorded exchange […]
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Receiving that diamond engagement wedding ring is the thrill that young girls and many women dream of throughout their lives. Of all the things represented by a diamond engagement wedding ring, the last thing on most women’s minds is getting rid of it after a divorce. But alas, in our society divorce has become a […]
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The setting The most traditional engagement ring setting is the single stone, solitaire setting. All jewellers will have a wide range of setting designs, so this is a good place to start when choosing your ring. The most common precious metals for rings are platinum, white gold and yellow gold. Platinum is the most expensive, […]
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If having a flower girl and/or ring bearer, make their role in the wedding a highpoint with these fresh choices for their attire as well as fun ways to walk down the aisle. Flower Girl Dresses Attach a long sash to the back of flower girl’s dress that will feel like a train. Rosebuds can […]
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Wedding rings have been around for centuries, and humans have been marrying for even longer. In the United States the end of World War II saw a great spike in marriage rates beginning in 1945. According to the National Center for Health Statistics, the rates peaked around 1947-1948 and declined, with smaller peaks, all during […]
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Specialized jewelery made specifically for gay and lesbian partners can speak of the personal commitment that they are making to one another when they choose to take part in a gay marriage or civil partnership ceremony. As such, determining what kind of ring to buy, and what properties that ring should have, can be important. […]
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Throughout history traditional wedding rings have been forged of gold, silver or platinum and decorated with brilliant diamonds. Wedding rings made of other materials have not gained in popularity, until now. Zirconia Ceramic Wedding Rings are Durable Because of its superior strength and durability, zirconia ceramic has been a well-utilized material for decades. Artificial joints, […]
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With regards to U.S. history, the wearing of rings to symbolize marriage is a relatively recent practice. During early colonization, Puritans did not wear any jewelry, including wedding rings, because they believed that excess adornment of the body was a sin. In addition Puritan culture eliminated the need for marital identification since adultery was punishable […]
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Looking for the perfect engagement ring? There are hundreds of styles, and more than enough options available to suit any prospective bride. Some of the most popular and timeless choices in rings include diamond, moissanite, colored gemstone, and antique engagement rings. Diamond Engagement Rings Diamonds are the classic stone for wedding rings, and it’s impossible […]
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As Britain prepares for Royal Wedding fever — this is first Royal Wedding since the marriage of Prince Charles to Camilla Parker-Bowles — sales of replica Royal Wedding sapphire engagement rings will soar in the coming months. Sapphire and Diamond Royal Engagement Ring Prince William proposed to Kate Middleton with the engagement ring worn by […]
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