The Laings Journal
Eternity rings are beautiful jewellery pieces that are filled with emotional significance and meaning. Here we explore the story behind the beautiful bands, looking at their history and the array of glittering styles that are available.
The eternity ring is a gift that will be treasured forever, with the never-ending circle representing eternal love. The glittering rings have been given for much longer than you may think and are a beautiful way to symbolise a moment and celebrate a memory.
Let’s explore eternity rings and the meaning behind them further…
The History of Eternity Rings
Eternity rings have been found as far back as 4000 years ago when the Ancient Egyptians used them to represent eternal love, gifting them to those who they planned to spend eternity with. In ancient times the rings were an ‘ouroboros’ – a snake devouring its tail. This was a common symbol used to represent eternity, and so is much more romantic than you may think! However, other styles were also found and Egyptian rings could be made from a range of materials, complete with carvings, beads or gems around the band.
Throughout history circles and rings have long symbolised eternal life and love. The popularity of giving eternity rings, the endless circle, increased in the 18th century as gemstones become more available. From there, their desirability has only continued and today they’re a jewellery box staple.
Eternity Ring Styles
They are characterised by a band set with gemstones. This can be as a full eternity, with gemstones circling the whole band or a half eternity with the gems reaching around half the ring. The beauty of eternity rings is that you can choose one that matches your personality, as they’re available in a range of beautiful styles and there are few limitations. From platinum eternity rings to rose gold styles you can pick your metal. You can then make your ring even more unique by choosing the gemstones that adorn it. Whether you opt for diamonds, rubies or a sapphire eternity ring anything goes and a stunning style can be created.
When to Give Eternity Rings
There are no hard and fast rules when it comes to giving an eternity ring, and that’s the beauty of them. They can be given as an anniversary gift, to celebrate your continuing love and the everlasting nature of your relationship. Or they can celebrate special occasions, perhaps the birth of a child, showcasing the eternal circle of life. The glittering bands can observe milestones, marking the time you’ve spent together and the unending future you share. They can acknowledge personal achievements and are a really romantic gift for your loved one.
Diamond eternity rings have also become popular as an alternative to plain wedding bands. The glittering diamonds enhance the sparkle of an engagement ring and can add a glamourous touch to a bridal style. As they’re given to mark special occasions, there couldn’t be a more fitting day!
Whenever it’s given an eternity ring will be treasured forever.
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