Wedding rings are worn by the couple who have decided to get married.
It is generally worn on the ring finger of the left hand.
How did it come to be worn on the ring finger of the left hand?
The Beginning of the Wedding Ring
There are many theories as to why the wedding ring is worn on the left ring finger, the most famous being
The most famous theory is that "the left ring finger has a large blood vessel that connects to the heart.
In ancient Greek times, the heart, which is at the center of the body
the heart, which is located in the center of the body, is the part that controls emotions.
The ring finger was thought tobe a special place connected to the heart.
It was believed that the ring finger was a special place connected to the heart, and that the ring finger was a symbol of "pledge of eternal love with life ".
It is said that people began to wear a ring on the left ring finger as a symbol of "pledging eternal love with life.
It is also said that wearing a circle, which is a symbol of eternity and samsara (samsara is the circle of the circle of life), means to "connect with the other person's heart forever".
It also means "to be forever connected to the heart of the other person" by wearing a circle, which is a symbol of eternity and reincarnation.
Pope Nicholas I, a 9th century pontiff, also mentioned that wearing a ring was a sign of "marriage".
Pope Nicholas I in the 9th century regarded the wearing of a ring as a sign of marriage.
The custom of exchanging wedding rings is said to have originated with Pope Nicholas I in the 9th century, who regarded the wearing of rings as a sign of marriage.
Later, in the 13th century
engagement rings and wedding rings came to be considered separately.
The custom of exchanging rings became common among European aristocrats.
It was not until about 500 years later, in the late Edo period, that the custom was introduced to Japan.
The Dutch, who settled in Nagasaki, introduced the custom of exchanging wedding rings.
In the Meiji period (1868-1912), the custom spread with the end of national isolation.
By the Taisho era (1912-1926), the culture of "wearing a wedding ring when you become a married couple" had taken root.
Legend in China
In China, it is said that the fingers represent "your relationship with yourself.
The thumb is your parents.
The index finger is your brother.
The middle finger is the self.
The ring finger is your lover.
The little finger is the child.
Even though you will eventually grow up and become independent and leave your family, you will always be connected to your lover/partner forever.
But you will remain connected to your lover/partner forever.
This is also thought to be the reason why the wedding ring is worn on the ring finger.
And there is a way to confirm this beautiful saying with your own hands.
There is a way to confirm this beautiful saying with your own hands.
First, try to put the same fingertips of both hands together.
Next, bend only the middle finger inward so that the second joints are attached to each other.
Then, bend only the middle finger inward so that the second joints are attached to each other.
Then, while keeping the middle finger attached
Then, while keeping the middle finger attached, slowly remove the other fingers, starting with the thumb.
What do you see?
You may be able to easily release your thumb, index finger, and little finger, but not your ring finger.
but only the ring finger could not be released.
The ring finger is the one you can't let go of.
Because we spend our whole life with our lover/partner.
It is a romantic saying.
Practicality is another reason
On a global scale, the right hand is the dominant hand for about 90% of people.
Especially for right-handed people.
The left ring finger is the least used of the 10 fingers on each hand.
It is the least used of the 10 fingers of both hands.
It is less subject to impact and strain in daily life, which reduces the risk of injury and distortion.
The risk of injury or distortion is reduced, and it is less likely to get in the way of
It is also one of the reasons why the left ring finger is not easily disturbed during work.
However, there is no rule that says it must be worn on the left ring finger.
Different countries and cultures wear their wedding rings on different fingers.
For the person who wears the ring, it is best to wear it where it is not a burden.
It is best to wear it in a place that is comfortable for the wearer.
Putting thought and care into the ring
Unlike fashion jewelry, which can be changed depending on one's clothes and mood
engagement and wedding rings are special items to be worn for a long time.
You want to choose rings that are appropriate for the first milestone in your life.
You want to choose a ring that is appropriate for the first milestone in your life.
At ith, the ring maker in our atelier will be in charge of the couple.
We will support you in the selection of a ring.
We will create a ring that is unique to you and your partner.
Let's create a ring that is unique to you and your partner.
Sakurai, the creator
--The design of ith's wedding rings
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