Engagement Rings, and most commonly those of Diamond Engagement Rings, or Ruby Engagement Rings, Sapphire Engagement Rings and Emerald Engagement Rings, usually being accompanied by diamonds, are those most often seen and used today. 
The engagement ring did not really again reach popularity until the 13th Century, after being first given as "betrothal" rings during Roman times. Around the 20th Century certain Religious followers thought them to be inappropriate at that time, so many other types of presents were given instead. Not until the 1930's were rings that had coloured gemstones set in them really popular.
Although it is sometimes worn by both man and women in a relationship, mostly it is worn by the women only after the man has offered it to her as a form of binding contract to pledge for future marriage between them.
Most traditionally it is worn on the third finger of the left hand because this finger is known as the vena amoris, or "vein of love", and leads direct to the heart. In the UK and US it is most often worn on the left hand, but in some countries they can be worn on the right hand, such as in the Ukraine or Belgium. Some people even wear them on the left when they are engaged and move on to the right after marriage, such as in Germany and some South American Countries.
In only a few countries do the the future bride and groom wear these rings, but one exception to this are with the peoples of Scandinavian countries.
Before agreeing to the actual consent of getting married, some peoples traditions mean they may wear what are known as pre-engagement rings or "promise" rings, before the engagement ring is worn.
In Summary
Today it is generally assumed that around 2 to 3 weeks wages should be spent by the future husband on his brides ring. This was cleverly thought about by the De Beers marketing ploys at around the start of the 20th Century. Around 80 % of women are today given Diamond Engagement Rings, such as Diamond Solitaire, Diamond Trilogy or Diamond Cluster, as well as many more. All these design can be found in many different forms and at many different prices.
Most often found set with all the gemstones as has been mentioned earlier, all other gemstones can be used depending upon your personal preference, such as amethyst, garnet or topaz. Having said this, it is very important to consider if it is to be worn always (most commonly so), and that this would mean purchasing a stone that is more durable, than say tanzanite or opal. The most common choice of gemstone such as ruby, emerald, sapphire and diamond are all excellent due to their relative hardness., and can be worn daily without much worry.
Due to these reasons the purchase of diamond simulants, such as Cubic Zirconia Engagement Rings have added benefit. As well as being as hard as their diamond equivalents, they can be obviously purchased at much lesser costs. The same can be said for synthetic coloured gemstones.
It is usually normal for most women to just want a classic Diamond Solitaire - the bigger and more sparkling the better - depending on your finances! Whichever your choice, wear it, show it off, and most of all enjoy it...
The engagement ring did not really again reach popularity until the 13th Century, after being first given as "betrothal" rings during Roman times. Around the 20th Century certain Religious followers thought them to be inappropriate at that time, so many other types of presents were given instead. Not until the 1930's were rings that had coloured gemstones set in them really popular.
Although it is sometimes worn by both man and women in a relationship, mostly it is worn by the women only after the man has offered it to her as a form of binding contract to pledge for future marriage between them.
Most traditionally it is worn on the third finger of the left hand because this finger is known as the vena amoris, or "vein of love", and leads direct to the heart. In the UK and US it is most often worn on the left hand, but in some countries they can be worn on the right hand, such as in the Ukraine or Belgium. Some people even wear them on the left when they are engaged and move on to the right after marriage, such as in Germany and some South American Countries.
In only a few countries do the the future bride and groom wear these rings, but one exception to this are with the peoples of Scandinavian countries.
Before agreeing to the actual consent of getting married, some peoples traditions mean they may wear what are known as pre-engagement rings or "promise" rings, before the engagement ring is worn.
In Summary
Today it is generally assumed that around 2 to 3 weeks wages should be spent by the future husband on his brides ring. This was cleverly thought about by the De Beers marketing ploys at around the start of the 20th Century. Around 80 % of women are today given Diamond Engagement Rings, such as Diamond Solitaire, Diamond Trilogy or Diamond Cluster, as well as many more. All these design can be found in many different forms and at many different prices.
Most often found set with all the gemstones as has been mentioned earlier, all other gemstones can be used depending upon your personal preference, such as amethyst, garnet or topaz. Having said this, it is very important to consider if it is to be worn always (most commonly so), and that this would mean purchasing a stone that is more durable, than say tanzanite or opal. The most common choice of gemstone such as ruby, emerald, sapphire and diamond are all excellent due to their relative hardness., and can be worn daily without much worry.
Due to these reasons the purchase of diamond simulants, such as Cubic Zirconia Engagement Rings have added benefit. As well as being as hard as their diamond equivalents, they can be obviously purchased at much lesser costs. The same can be said for synthetic coloured gemstones.
It is usually normal for most women to just want a classic Diamond Solitaire - the bigger and more sparkling the better - depending on your finances! Whichever your choice, wear it, show it off, and most of all enjoy it...
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