Antique Style Wedding Rings
The Wedding Ring a Symbol of Eternal Love
Modern symbolism in the form of tattoos or jewellery other than the traditional wedding ring are creeping their way into the wedding ceremony but there is something essentially so simple and pure about a band of precious metal, gold, platinum, silver or any other metal, that still captures the imagination of even the most contemporary of brides, many of whom still opt for the simple wedding band as a symbol of their marriage. The symbolism of the ring is set deep in antiquity, thought to date back to 17th century Europe or even as far back as ancient Egypt.
The tradition of placing the ring on the third finger of the left hand is a custom believed to have derived from the Egyptians who believed that the ring finger and the heart were joined directly by a 'vein of love': placing a wedding band on the third finger of the left hand was designed to denote the eternal aspect of love. The wedding ceremony, during the 17th century, actually incorporated the ring into the ceremony in a far more integral manner than it is used today. As the priest intoned the blessing 'In the name of the Father, and the Son and the Holy Spirit' the groom slid the ring firstly on the bride's thumb [the Father], then on her index finger [the Son], and then on her middle finger [the Holy Spirit]. It came to rest on her third finger as this was the first finger free following the blessing.
Wedding rings have to last as they are intended to remain on your finger for the rest of your life, no matter what tough jobs your hands have to take on. As such, it needs to be sturdy enough to stand up to the rigours of everyday life. Most couples choose their wedding rings together. This is pretty important as both the potential bride and potential groom will have to live with their decisions, so take your time and choose carefully. I have noted over the years the different styles of wedding rings available, from the narrow 22 carat gold utility band worn by my mother who married in 1950, to my own wedding ring when I married in 1972. This was a wide 9 carat gold band. I remarried in 1989 and my new wedding ring was in a wishbone style, carefully chosen to accommodate the chevron shape of my diamond engagement ring. My husband's ring, meanwhile, was a hand-made twisted ring, one strand being ordinary 9 carat gold and the other strand being 18 carat white gold - a ring which he is still very proud to wear almost 20 years later.
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Beaded Antique Round Box $12.95 These round, antique-looking jewelry boxes are elegant offerings for your attendants. Tuck a special wedding-day jewel inside and engrave the top with the recipient's monogram or initials. Your bridesmaids will love your gracious, vintage-inspired style! Each silver-tone jewelry box measures 3" in diameter with a hinged top. |
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Wedding Dress $679 House of Brides presents Jacquelin Bridals, a collection of wedding dresses sure to captivate! Jacquelin Bridals transform the traditional wedding dress into contemporary styles with an array of sizes and colors. Jacquelin wedding dresses offer an incredible variety from the timeless to the trendy giving every Bride an option. Jacquelin Bridals gives Brides so much more! Style 5515 is in Taffeta. This strapless dress features a square neckline with a natural waist. The a-line skirt has a chapel length train. Shown in Antique Ivory. |
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Something Blue Garter $10 Bring back the elegance of a bygone age with these lovely antique-style garter. These feature tufted folds and a charming clasp of interlocking rings and sheer satin ribbon. Perfect for the bride wanting to display classic distinction. Available in white or antique ivory. |
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Personalized Mint Tin ??? Wedding Rings $2.1 With this ring, your guests can enjoy a delicious treat. Filled with heart-shaped mints, two rings are featured in the corner of this tin along with your name and wedding date. Features and facts:Choose from brown, red and tan Tins come filled with delectable, heart-shaped peppermints Personalized label boasts your names and wedding date Up to two lines of type with maximum 20 characters per line Mint tins are palm-sized (2 ??"" wide x 1 ??"" long x ??"" high) Minimum order quantity is 36 tins |
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Antique Filigree Base Pen Set $19.95 Add old-world elegance to your wedding with these handsome pen and holder sets. Exquisite reproductions of antiques, the pen sets feature ornate, filigree-style bases to complement the historical site you've chosen for your reception -- or your vintage-inspired theme. Choose a silver-tone or gold-tone pen and holder set. |
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Antique Brass Clip Rings (Pack of 10) $16.84 *Dress your windows in style with a set of metal clip rings *Curtain hardware features an antique brass finish *Each drapery clip ring has a 1.3-inch inside diameter, making it perfect for drapery rods up to one-inch in diameter *Sold as a pack of ten (10) drapery clip rings |
