Wedding band on the left ring finger, why exactly there?
Let's clear up some curiosities. Why is the wedding ring worn on the left ring finger? For Italian spouses, at the moment of the vow, it is customary to wear it on this finger.
Where is the wedding ring worn?
This tradition dates back to the time of some ancient peoples - such as the Egyptians and Greeks - who believed that this very finger was anatomically connected to the heart through the venous system.
The ring is therefore a symbol meant to highlight a blossomed love, a promise, a deep bond with the beloved person, even if far apart. In fact, the wedding ring usually bears the engraving of the loved one's name and the date of the Day.
Read more about the history and advice on the wedding ring
And during the engagement?
During the pre-marriage period, regardless of being "traditionalists" or not, it is a widespread custom to wear the engagement ring before the wedding ring, awaiting the fateful day.
It is customary that the engagement ring is given to one's beloved once the right atmosphere is created, accompanied by the question: "Will you marry me?".
But let's clarify the most common custom for wearing them in Italy:
- Engagement: the ring is worn on the left ring finger while waiting to wear the wedding ring;
- Marriage: the wedding ring goes on the left ring finger, the engagement ring moves to the right;
- Post-marriage: the engagement ring can be worn together with the wedding ring on the left ring finger, or kept on the right to highlight the wedding ring - the classic one in yellow or white gold -.
Which practice to follow?
Nowadays there are no longer binding rules as in the past: the most important thing is to choose jewellery that expresses all the love of that long-awaited day for the couple.
Turn to Ferro Gioielli for the purchase of the products best suited to you if you want to impress and give a precious gift that will crown the most beautiful and special moments. The goal of jewellery is to preserve a memory over time. They are indispensable details.
