How to Choose Wedding Bands

At different times and across various cultures, many traditions have been associated with marriage. Only a few of them have retained their significance to this day. While not every couple thinks about traditions like breaking bread, no wedding takes place without rings.

There is a lot of scattered information, myths, legends, and speculation about the tradition of wearing wedding rings, but one thing remains unchanged — this tradition has existed for many centuries, regardless of how the institution of marriage has evolved. In the modern world, the ring remains a symbol of boundless love and devotion that both partners promise to give each other.

It is believed that wedding rings originated in ancient Egypt or ancient Greece. This is also where the tradition of wearing a ring on the ring finger comes from. The ancient Greek writer Plutarch, referring to the work of Apion “On Egypt,” provides an interesting historical explanation of why rings are worn on the ring finger: “According to legend, the ancient Greeks wore the ring on the nearest finger: the little finger of the left hand. The same custom, it is said, existed among the Romans. The reason is that during dissections and examinations of the human body, according to the practice adopted in Egypt (which the Greeks called anatomy), it was found that a very fine nerve runs from this finger directly to the heart. Therefore, it was considered appropriate to honor this finger with such an ornament, as it is most closely connected to the heart, which rules the body. The path through the left hand was slightly shorter, and in many countries, it became customary to wear rings on the left hand, which is also more practical.”

The circle, as a symbol of an eternal bond, existed in many cultures and only later took the form of a ring. Before that, ribbons and bracelets made from a wide range of materials were used: leather, hemp, iron. Precious metals later began to be used as a symbol of the bride’s purity.

Interestingly, wearing wedding rings was long reserved only for women. Men began wearing wedding rings only in the 19th–20th centuries. According to a more romantic version, this tradition became widespread after World War I, when soldiers wore rings to remind them of their families and homes during difficult times. A more realistic explanation is that in the early 20th century, American jewelry manufacturers launched an active marketing campaign encouraging both partners to wear rings. The idea gradually took hold and has remained with us to this day.

Gold or Silver: What Should Wedding Rings Be Made Of?

We hope that today you no longer choose engagement and wedding rings based on the need to emphasize social status, and that your partner does not judge a ring by the number of carats in a diamond. Diamonds are no longer a mandatory attribute. However, the stereotype that wedding rings must be made of gold still persists. The most important thing about wedding rings is the symbol, not the material. That is why today there is a wide selection of wedding rings made from gold, silver, steel, glass, and even leather. When choosing a material, we recommend focusing on your aesthetic preferences (some people do not wear gold, others prefer it) and the durability of the material, since you will wear your rings every day.

Here are a few tips that we hope will help you choose:

1. Silver is more prone to oxidation than gold. Over time, it may lose its shine and darken. However, with daily wear, wedding rings tend to “self-polish” slightly. To keep their original appearance longer, you should care for them: regularly wipe them with a soft cloth or use special cleaning products. That said, it’s not as concerning as it may sound. Slightly darkened silver can even look noble, and it does not tarnish immediately but only after several years. If you ever want to refresh their look, we can polish all our jewelry for free at any time — this simple process takes just about 5 minutes.
2. On smooth, polished metal, whether gold or silver, scratches are more visible and will inevitably appear over time. On textured or matte rings, they are less noticeable. If you choose rings with a smooth polished finish, you can have them coated with a layer of rhodium.
3. Rhodium is a rare metal from the platinum group, known for its high durability. It protects the surface of softer gold or silver from scratches.
4. We do not recommend gold-plated jewelry for wedding rings. No matter how durable the coating is, with daily wear it will eventually wear off and need to be renewed.
5. If you want rings with gemstone settings, it is better to choose smaller stones with secure, non-protruding settings. Large stones may catch on things during daily wear and cause discomfort.

If you choose a ring with pearl settings, make sure to check how the pearl is secured. Most often, pearls are attached using jewelry adhesive, and this method does not guarantee that the pearl will last longer than your marriage.

The design of men’s and women’s rings does not have to be identical. Men often choose more solid rings without stones, while women tend to prefer thinner, more delicate designs with gemstone accents. All wedding rings from our presented sets can be freely combined, meaning you can order rings from different sets and they will still match beautifully.