Rings are a timeless symbol of love, commitment, and celebration. Many people think of engagement rings and diamond solitaires initially, but there are actually tons of other types of rings. Rings have been used for centuries to mark special occasions and to show affection and appreciation for the people in our lives. Whether you’re looking for a gift for a loved one or for yourself, there are countless types of rings to choose from, each with its own unique meaning and significance.
Jewlery is a great gift for numerous reasons. Rings are timeless and classic gifts to give. Rings can be personable as they can be engraved or customized in a certain way, but also versatile to who you are gifting the ring. Rings are durable and long-lasting so the person receiving them can have their cherished gift for years to come. There are tons of special occasions rings that can be given as a gift. Below, we’ll explore some of the most popular types of rings that can be given at different times in one’s life.
Family Rings
Family rings are a great way to honor your ancestors and keep your family heritage alive. They can be passed down through generations as a symbol of your family’s history and can be customized with family crests or other special symbols. These rings can be worn as a reminder of your family’s history and heritage. This piece of jewelry could be passed down from a mother, grandmother, or even great-grandmother.
According to Think Engraved, the origin of where family rings began is still unknown. Mothers may wear a family ring in a different way. It could be the birthstone of each child she has or the birthstone of someone she has possibly lost in her life. Family rings are a beautiful gift to be started or passed down if there is a special piece to give to someone younger.
Friendship Rings
Friendship rings are a simple yet meaningful way to show your appreciation for a close friend. They can be worn as a symbol of your bond and can be personalized with engravings or birthstones to make them even more special. These rings can be given to a friend as a birthday or holiday gift, or simply as a way to say, “I’m grateful for you.”
It is a Middle Age tradition in which people would gift rings to their friends as a token of their friendship. It is usually shown as a way of saying, no matter what happens in our friendship we will remain good friends. Friendship rings are seen in many different places and cultures. It can be a common gift for a birthday, or an anniversary, or someone may have completed something significant in their life. This type of ring can be customized or look however you want it to fit the person.
Class Rings
Class rings are a traditional gift for high school and college graduates and have been around for many years. They are typically engraved with the graduate’s name, graduation year, and school emblem. These rings serve as a reminder of the achievement and memories of a special time in the person’s life. The person’s class ring can be as simple or as complex as they would like. While there is a bit of tradition to it, they can make it however they please such as adding their birthstone to it or engraving a quote on the inside of the band.
The tradition of wearing a class ring originated in the year 1835. The students at the United States Military Academy at West Point were the first ones to wear them. That is almost 180 years ago. Class rings are worn to remember the achievements and activities one participated in during either high school or college. It used to be that every student got a ring very similar to one another, but now as time has passed much more customization is available. Class rings are a wonderful gift to give as the person will likely have it forever.
Birthstone Rings
Each month has a corresponding birthstone to go along with it. Lots of young children may pick out a birthstone ring at places such as the dollar tree or have gotten one out of a gumball machine. A birthstone ring could be the perfect gift to give a young girl. Possibly a niece or granddaughter who is old enough to have a valuable piece of jewelry.
Birthstone rings are a beautiful and thoughtful way to show someone you care. They can be worn as a symbol of the wearer’s birth month or as a tribute to someone special. The corresponding birthstone for each month has been around for ages now, but the rules have become a bit less strict. It was traditionally worn to show the world your birth month, but now if you do not like your gemstone for your month, you can really just wear a different one.
Contemporary Stacking Rings
Some cannot get enough of stacking their simpler rings. If you notice that someone wears a stack daily, consider purchasing one to add as a gift. They can be from very simple bands to gemstones, or any other type of ring can be used in stacking! Wearing rings this way makes it unique to the person. There are no rules to stacking rings meaning you could even mix silver and gold.
This could be a great gift to give to someone who is always wearing different rings to show your love and appreciation to them. Be sure to consider their style in what type they usually wear in finding the right fit to add to their stack.
Promise Rings
Promise rings are becoming increasingly popular as a symbol of commitment and promise between romantic partners. They are often given as a precursor to an engagement ring and symbolize a couple’s commitment to each other without the formal commitment of marriage. Promise rings can be worn as a symbol of love and commitment and can be given for a variety of reasons, including as a symbol of a commitment to remain exclusive, or as a symbol of a commitment to a future engagement.
Promise rings are also commonly given as a way to show commitment in long-distance relationships, or as a way to demonstrate that someone is committed to a particular goal or value. They can be worn on any finger and can be simple or highly decorated. Promise rings are typically worn on the ring finger of the left hand, but if one prefers to wear it on the other, they can.
Anniversary Bands
Anniversary bands are rings that are given as gifts to commemorate a wedding anniversary. They are typically given to a spouse or partner as a symbol of love and commitment on the anniversary of the couple’s wedding day. These bands can also be given to celebrate other significant milestones in a relationship, such as the birth of a child or a special achievement.
Anniversary bands can be made from a variety of materials such as gold, silver, platinum, or even with precious stones. They can be simple and understated, or highly decorative and adorned with diamonds or other precious gems. The bands can be worn alone or stacked with an engagement ring and/or a wedding band. They can also be designed to match an existing ring set or complement it. They may be personalized with different touches such as engravings, birthstones, or a special symbol that is close to the couple. Anniversary bands are a great gift to give to your significant other to symbolize your love.
Markman’s Diamonds has two convenient locations in Knoxville, Tennessee and Chattanooga, Tennessee. Whichever is best for you, someone will assist you in finding the perfect ring for that special occasion. Be sure to schedule an appointment today!