Currently there are many types of ringsclosed or open, and the designs and shapes depend on the occasion, as well as the taste and budget of the people, however, there are some standard parameters that have been followed for many years, and that bring with them certain meanings, which we are going to explain below:
solitaire ring: This is one of the simplest, most used and popular rings, whose main characteristic is that they have a single central stone, without gems around it; It is also used as an engagement ring, although it should not be confused with it. Mostly it is customary to choose white gold, platinum or silver as the material for its elaboration, instead of yellow gold.
Engagement ring: They are the types of rings that are chosen as a symbol of a serious relationship, where the commitment to marry in the future is assumed, to establish a family. It is placed on the ring finger of the left hand, because since ancient times it was thought that the vena amoris, which connects to the heart, passed through there. As a general rule, a solitaire is used as an engagement ring, but there are other designs that could perfectly be with several gems, with diamonds, rubies, emeralds, sapphires, etc., it all depends on the taste and purchasing power of the couple.
Wedding ring: It is the ring worn on the day of the wedding, and generally does not have precious stones, but is made in the form of bands, with an internal engraving with the names of the spouses, or their initials, in addition to the date of the wedding. It is usually worn under the engagement ring.
eternity ring: It is one of the types of rings, which are made in bands with a rail setting, in the form of rows; to which precious stones are added. They are used to celebrate the tenth wedding anniversary, or when a child is born, symbolizing infinite love.
mood ring: They are the types of special rings, which are made with gems that change color, according to the mood of their wearer. This is because body temperature changes according to emotions, and these gems have the property of changing with temperature.
fisherman’s ring: This famous and expensive ring is worn by the Pope, the highest priest of the Catholic Church, and has a very special design that symbolizes the most sublime of this religious institution; while the episcopal ring; It is the one that is given to the bishops, as a symbol of spiritual power and commitment to the Catholic Church.
Graduation Ring: They are the rings that are used as a symbol of the achievements reached when graduating as high school or at the university level in the different careers, for which they have engraved insignia of the university where they studied, in addition to a stone of the color that represents the school, For example, engineers wear blue, doctors wear green, and lawyers wear red. In addition, the graduation year is engraved on the inside.
trinity ring: It is one of the types of rings, made with metal bands, and is mainly characterized by the crossing between the three bands. These rings, which were first created in the 1920s by Cartierare made in different metals such as: white gold, which symbolizes fidelity, yellow gold, which is associated with friendship and rose gold, which is the symbol of love.
trilogy ring: As its name indicates, this ring has a trilogy formed by three central gems; which are embedded in a base placed on a metal band.
Toi et Moi Ring: It is one of the types of rings that are also used by couples, as a symbol of the union of two people who have different personalities, but who complement each other. They are made by placing one stone in front of the other.
Atlantean Ring: It is one of the oldest types of rings, associated with the Atlanteans of the Egyptian civilization. They are a kind of amulet, which symbolizes the protective energy source of the Egyptians; made with a geometric shape known as the “Luxor waveform”.
halo ring: As its name indicates, it is a halo-shaped ring, which has a central stone and several gems around it, forming a halo; and they make up a set that is used to attract a lot of attention, without the need to resort to precious stones of very exaggerated sizes.
cocktail ring: It is one of the most striking types of rings, which are characterized by having several stones, which are usually brightly colored, as well as bulky, which make them extravagant and eccentric. They originated when the United States lived through the era of prohibitions, and were used as a symbol of power and status.
Midi or knuckle ring: It is one of the types of rings with smaller diameters, to be placed in the first or second joint of the fingers, depending on the thickness of the person’s fingers. They are characterized by being very thin, without stones, and some of them are open, which makes them adjustable.