In Ancient Rome, the engagement ceremony involved giving one’s chosen partner the heart of a valuable ring or a precious coin, which was usually passed down from generation to generation. In the Middle Ages, however, engagements were a kind of contract. Breaking them carried severe penalties, often financial. This tradition persisted over the years, and although its overall course changed over time, many elements have taken root in our culture to this day.This very brief historical outline aims to introduce us to the essence of this article. The issue is far bigger than the ring itself. Today, I want to answer a question that concerns many people – On which finger should an engagement ring be worn?
So which finger?
Unlike the ambiguity that comes with choosing the appropriate hand to wear an engagement ring, choosing the finger is not such a big problem. Regardless of whether a woman prefers to wear it on her left or right hand, it should always be the ring finger, which is located between the middle finger and the little finger. Why this particular finger? It has not been fully explained, but tradition says that the line of love flows through the ring finger.This line is not just a superstition passed down orally. A vein running through the ring finger of the right hand leads directly to the heart. Thus, it is the “source of love” in our body, the best place to wear an engagement ring.
It is worth remembering which finger to wear the engagement ring on should be a personal choice for every new fiancée. It is important that this ring does not get in the way when performing daily activities, is an ornament for the hand, and also an amazing symbol – a keepsake. Equally, this ring can be worn on the left hand, as it will not lose its priceless sentimental value. Some women prefer wearing the engagement ring on the middle finger because it is more comfortable, and the ring finger is “reserved” for the wedding band.
Before choosing a ring
Before men who intend to take an extremely important step and propose to their chosen one, there is a difficult challenge when it comes to choosing a ring and its size.An engagement ring should above all be delicate, not exaggerated.It has become customary for an engagement ring to be adorned with a gemstone, preferably a diamond. Before choosing the size, or even taking a photo of it from the beloved’s finger, it is worth gently finding out on which finger (left or right hand) she will wear the engagement ring. Obtaining this information should be done delicately, without arousing suspicion, so as not to spoil the surprise. It is worth asking for help, for example, from a friend or someone from close family.This is necessary to choose the right size, because it happens that the size of a finger on the left hand differs from the finger on the right hand. Fortunately, if the wrong size is chosen, it can always be corrected at a jewelry workshop in a few days. An accurate photo of the correct size will simply help avoid unnecessary confusion and allow us to fully enjoy our newly made decisions.
According to Polish tradition, it is important thatthe beloved of the heart, after having the ring slid onto her finger by her fiancé, clenched her hand. According to tradition, such a gesture ensures the durability of the newly formed relationship.