Engraved Promise Rings

A promise ring is part of the ornamental jewelry range that is popularly worn around the ring-finger. They are worn by both, men and women, and can be made from any metal or material. Promise rings are easily accessible online as well as offline in a range of materials such as metal, ceramic, plastic, wood, glass and bone. They are either worn plain or with engravings that flaunt a name, message or secret symbol. They could be engraved with gemstones, too. They come in a variety of shapes such as the regular bands, half-round or D-shaped, sleeved set with tube rivets, solitaire bands with special centerpieces, eternity rings set with stones around a channel setting, trinity or three integrated, and/or cluster rings. Promise finger loops are worn in remembrance of a solemn promise. They could be flaunted as preludes to marriage as engagement rings or as memoirs of a deep, platonic relationship. These rings are worn and named after a verbal commitment made to take a relationship to a higher plane of understanding.

Etched Promise Rings

An engraved promise ring is also called a friendship ring. It is given to commemorate a special relationship, romantic or otherwise. On a prenuptial front, the ring signifies a commitment to a monogamous relationship. It could either be a precursor to an engagement ring, in the case of a love marriage, or one worn after the formal engagement, in the case of an arranged marriage. Though the ring can be worn on any finger, the preferred option is the left ring finger. The reason behind the ring being worn on the fourth finger of the left hand is the popular belief that the finger is home to the vena amoris or 'vein of love', a vein that extends all the way to the heart. Flaunting a tradition that dates back to the 16th century, the exchange of promise rings cross social barriers created by wealth or social status. The engravings could be the eternal heart symbol or any friendship symbols, such as the Celtic knot or interlocked fingers. Heart engravings popularly symbolize love. A promise ring could also be engraved to highlight secret symbols that could be decoded only by the recipient, or a small 'I love You' or 'From Here To Eternity' message.

These engraved rings solemnize a proposal or formal agreement. Today, there is a whole fashion jewelry range that caters to the demands for these rings. They can be bought in royal metals such as gold, silver and platinum, that soon become family heirlooms and investments, or cheaper materials that become priceless collectibles with every passing year. Matching promise bands can now be selected for both the recipient and the person gifting the ornamental jewelry, to flaunt the same design. The prices vary considerably depending on the materials used. The design, use of gemstones and the cost of engraving all add to the final cost-price. When investing in engraved promise bands made from the royal metals or real gemstones, it is important to check out:

• Carat weight
• Color intensity
• Clarity and cut
• Genuineness of the jeweler

The engraving could be further customized to meet stylistic preferences to manage the cost aspect. Engraved finger bands could be bought as part of a bridal set or individually. There are designs in which the engraved message is spread over both rings, so that when they are assembled together, the message or symbol becomes complete. You could include a personal message to your spouse, or create a one-of-a-kind engraved ring with a message that can only be deciphered by you and your special friend. The secrecy actually ignites renewed faith and conformity to the relationship. Engravings could also include a line from a poem or favorite song or a special, meaningful date. An engraved ring is the best way to commemorate a special understanding.