Which finger to wear ring? The symbolism of the rings - the value and meaning

Does it matter on which finger to wear ring? There are many traditions in wearing jewelry. Knowing the symbolism of wearing rings, you can "make a statement" or to know something about its owner. A hard set of rules on which finger to wear the ring and which hand does not exist and anyone can wear rings as he pleases, except for the wedding, but there are nuances. For example, most residents of North and South America, including the United States and in most European countries wear wedding ring on the fourth finger of the left hand, and in accordance with the Orthodox tradition they are worn on the ring finger of the right hand. However, men often do them on any finger don't wear. But a trained eye will see even a trace of a ring. As a rule, the right hand is considered as a physical characteristics of a person — she's more active, more dominant, more "gesticulating". The left is seen as a reflection of the psychological aspects of one's personality — she's talking about the character and beliefs. What will tell us the symbolism of the rings?
 

Part of the female portrait of the Elizabethan period. Unknown British artist, 1600

1. The THUMB symbolizes will power and reflects the inner essence of man. If you start wearing a ring on your thumb — be careful in your life will soon begin to change. Also the wearing of a ring on this finger helps to develop the will.



Abraham del Kurt and Maria de Keersgieter, artist Bartholomeus van der Helst



Portrait of a married couple in the Park, artist Gonzalez Cox



Portrait of Archduchess Johanna with a portrait of Charles V, the artist Sofonisba of Anguissola



Portrait of a man in profile. Artist Quentin Massys



Indian miniature of Shah Jahan with a ring for archery, thumb of the right hand

The rings on the big toes are often surprising, but in fact, this phenomenon around the world is quite common. In most cases the toe ring is perceived as a symbol of wealth and influence, while the ring on this finger, often wear wide and large. Earlier on this finger is often moved engagement ring. Such a tradition existed, in particular, in the time of George I in England, in medieval Europe, the wedding ring is generally worn on different fingers. This is also a common choice for those people who want to wear multiple rings on one hand, but so that some distance of the ring from each other. Engagement ring, ring on the little finger and middle finger together can cause a feeling of excess and in this way is not always comfortable to wear. Ring on the big toe "offloads" the composition.

The thumb raised up is a gesture of friendliness, so don't wear it on a ring that will annoy other people. There's nothing worse than an expensive and gaudy ring on his thumb. Best when it is bold but simple. Although many authors believed that the thumb has no astrological Association and has no patron among the ancient Greek gods, like all the other fingers, it is often associated with Mars. It was believed that the thumb reflects the character of a strong straight fingers characteristic of authoritative figures, and the curves were perceived as a sign of sinfulness. Astrology connects the thumb with the carnelian, garnet and ruby.

There is another important point on thumb since ancient times, men wore the ring for archery. Wearing such a ring, the ancient associated with courage and the ability to wield weapons. Perhaps for this reason wearing a rather large and wide ring on the big toe remains to this day a male prerogative and a symbol of masculinity.

The left thumb is not to make a statement about your status, profession or other important parts of life. But it's a great finger to "applications" — select a wide ring that will not interfere with on hand, and people will understand you fashionable and confident.

Right thumb is also not specific says it's a great way to showcase a favorite ring or use for "statement". I heard for example that with the rings on the big toes make these statements visible minorities.

2. The INDEX FINGER represents authority, leadership and ambition. It is believed that wearing ring on this finger activates it is this kind of energy. This was particularly evident in those days, when the famous and powerful kings wore a ring on the index finger. Wearing a ring on this finger, if you want to develop their leadership quality and to push for development in this direction.





Coronation portrait of Elizabeth I by an unknown artist, 1600. National portrait gallery





Henry VIII, the artist Joos van Cleve



Portrait of a girl, written in 1840-ies in Russia. Presumably a portrait commissioned in honour of the engagement ring on the index finger means that the lady is engaged. Rose (white and black) symbolize purity and love. The exhibition "Unknown artist" in the Russian Museum in 2012.



The Jewish bride Rembrandt

Instinctively, we often use the index finger in gesture (except big). But, it turns out that ring on that finger bothers us less than the surrounding average. In the history of the wearing of rings (usually signets or rings) on this finger was the most common, with the exception of those cases in some parts of Europe it was forbidden for people below a certain status. Therefore, this finger is most often worn rings (especially men) often it was the ring symbolizing membership to some kind of brotherhood, membership in organizations, etc. Ring on the index finger is not so sharply distinguished, as on the middle finger or little finger, but thanks to gestures, is quite noticeable. The astrological Association is Jupiter, which symbolizes power, leadership, authority, and spirituality. The metal of Jupiter is tin, but a normal selection for the ring will be silver. Astrological stones forefinger lazuli, amethyst, blue Topaz.

Left index finger has completely-unambiguous symbols, although it is a good finger for the demonstration of the important rings. So your ring was seen — you can wear it to your particularly valuable or cocktail ring, etc.

Right index finger - a place for engagement rings during the traditional Jewish wedding ceremony. As a rule, is used for this purpose a simple gold ring. Often the bride after the ceremony, move the ring to the usual understanding of the ring finger, but some continue to wear it on the index. So take a look before chasing after the girl. Earlier in Russia was also the custom of wearing the wedding ring on the index finger.

3. The MIDDLE FINGER is the individuality of the person. Located in the center of the hand ring symbolizes a balanced life. And the wearing of a ring on the middle finger helps to make life more harmonious.





Melancholia (La Fumeuse), Artist Georges de feure, a symbolist and one of the founders of the Paris of modernism, the painting depicts Julien Raskin, later the artist's wife.





Portrait of Maria Luisa of Orleans, Queen of Belgium, Soproni Belgian king Leopold I. the Artist Franz Xaver Winterhalter

If you do not take into account the well-known gesture, the middle finger is the largest, strong and brave finger. The rings on it are surprisingly rare, partly, apparently, because it is next to the index and ring be a hindrance to various small actions. The ring does not interfere — it is better to wear on the middle finger ring is simple and small. However, wear on the middle finger ring is very convenient, especially when you first put on it a ring. In addition, unlike the nameless, or, for example, a little finger, the symbolism of the finger is the safest, no hidden meaning or confusion it creates. With its Central location, the middle finger symbolizes balance, It is associated with Saturn, the metal of Saturn is lead, plain grey metal is well suited for this finger. Saturn stands for balance, justice, law, responsibility and introspection. His stones are soothing, such as rose quartz, coral, aquamarine.

The left middle finger. If the ring is worn on this finger, it may mean nothing. But because it occupies a Central place on the hand and it's the longest finger — ring on it to symbolize power and responsibility. This finger is a good choice if you want to show the ring, not making any claims relating to your life.

Right middle finger, in the same way as the left does not have a specific meaning and is open to interpretation. You can choose your own symbol and significance to the ring.

4. The ring FINGER of the left hand has a direct connection with the heart. For this reason, on this finger and wearing a wedding ring in most countries of the world. The wearing of a ring on this finger will add to your life positive emotions and privatnosti, as well as increase creativity and taste for art. The wearing of a ring on his right hand will make you more optimistic.





Princess albert de Broglie, the artist Jean Auguste Dominique Ingres





Portrait of Isabella of Valois, French Princess and Spanish Queen. Daughter of the king of France Henry II and Catherine de ' Medici, wife of Philip II. Artist Juan Pantoja de La Cruz in the Prado Museum

In most countries the ring finger is most commonly associated with a wedding ring in USA ring on the right hand shows the engagement on the left hand symbolizes marriage. Most people choose simple gold or silver ring, in particular, because the ring is worn constantly and it's just more convenient. This does not mean that people do not wear rings with large stones or explicitly artistic and decorative ring on the ring finger. Most likely, they simply will not be perceived by the rings, svyazannymi marriage. At the same time ring a fairly simple shape, if they are made from different metals or have the inscription is likely to be.

It is symbolic that the ring finger is associated with the moon, beauty and creativity, as well as, obviously, romantic relationship. The moon metal — silver, so is the natural choice for rings that are worn on the ring finger if it's not an engagement ring. Finger is associated with Apollo. Gemstones — moonstone, jade, amethyst, turquoise.

The left ring finger. In most cases on this finger wearing a wedding ring. Many believe that this custom comes from the belief of the ancient Romans that the blood through the veins from this finger goes straight to the heart (Apion is a nerve). But the ring on this finger can mean that the owner is just going to marry (an engagement ring). At the same finger to wear promise ring (romantic promises), despite the fact that the finger has the status of a formal proposal. Many young people prefer to wear on that finger a purity ring(chastity ring). Wedding ring on the ring finger of the left hand are in France, Italy, UK, Ireland, Slovenia, Croatia, Sweden, Turkey, Armenia, Azerbaijan. Also in Japan, Korea, Australia, Brazil, Mexico, Colombia, Canada, USA, Cuba and others. On the left ring finger, according to tradition, move engagement ring in Russia after the divorce, and two wedding rings (his and wife) are widows and widowers.

The right ring finger. Although in many countries the wedding ring is usually worn on the left ring finger, there are countries which for this purpose is used the right ring finger. This applies to Orthodox tradition and the countries of Central-Eastern Europe — Russia, Belarus, Serbia, Poland, Moldova, Ukraine. On the right hand wearing a wedding ring in Germany, Spain, Austria, Greece, Norway, Georgia, India, Kazakhstan, Chile and many others.

5. PINKY unites in itself all relations and communications with the outside world, as well as communication with other people. The wearing of a ring on the little finger helps to improve the relationship, especially in marriage but also in business. Littlefinger is also responsible for useh in work, harmony in the emotional sphere, as well as in the material world.



Portrait of Francesco d'este, the painter Rogier van Weyden



Portrait of Philip de Croy, the painter Rogier van der Weyden



Portrait of Charles Couperin (Charles Couperin) with the artist's daughter, Claude Lefebvre

The pinky is often the choice of the person who wants to "declare" anything, because the little finger with the ring will attract the most attention compared to linked religioznymi or cultural traditions and associations, so the bears your pure idea. That is on the little finger wearing the ring, when I want to bring this fact to the attention. People interested in astrology and palmistry will perceive this symbolism through the connection with the intellect and beliefs. The little finger symbolizes mercury, but that doesn't mean you have to wear a ring made of this metal — it is liquid at room temperature and also highly toxic to humans. The patron is mercury, which represents intelligence, communication, persuasion and intuition, he is a patron of crafts and trade, traditionally wearing rings on the little finger associated with the business. Stones — moonstone, amber, citrine.

Right hand little finger in the XIX and early XX century in several countries, 2 rings on the little finger showed that the person was married (divorce ring). The bottom ring was the wedding ring was worn on top of the ring. Now this tradition is forgotten, some historians believe that such rings were worn by the American President Franklin Roosevelt. Sometimes wearing the ring on this finger is associated with the traditions of organized crime (mafia rings), wearing such rings, the Sopranos in particular. In the UK and other Western countries men but his left pinkie was wearing the signet ring, the age of antique rings of this type over 100 years. Typically, these rings have the emblem and in many families they are passed down from generation to generation (family c ring emblem).

Left hand little finger is often used for rings that indicate professional status. It is typical for engineers of several industries, such as engineering, where the ring may signify the achievement of a certain educational stage. Graduates wear ring on the dominant hand, to prevent any interference. Professional rings can be plain iron, silver, stainless steel and other materials, they often have inscriptions or marks. All of the above is typical of righties, lefties sometimes make confusion in all this symbolic system.

HOW MANY RINGS CAN YOU WEAR? ARE THERE ANY RESTRICTIONS?

It depends on the rings. For example, a set of several thin rings perceived as one. A safe maximum can be considered 2-3 rings scattered on both hands. You need to try to ring as a whole does not look too bright, so it was not perceived as a caricature. Men better wear one "claimed" the ring and nothing more, or in combination with engagement. But again — the rules on this subject does not exist, here advisers can only be a sense of proportion and taste. I've been through the paintings of artists of different eras, because jewelry, including rings, are depicted in most portraits. Interestingly, most of the ring worn on the little finger or the pinky and index finger. On the ring and thumb ring are found almost equally, and less often on average. I hope You will enjoy these illustrations, selected from among ancient paintings.





Portrait of Isabella Clara Eugenia, the artist Alonso Sanchez Coello





Portrait of Madame Montessori, the artist Jean Auguste Dominique Ingres
National gallery of art (USA)





Portrait of Eleonora of Toledo, wife of Duke of Tuscany Cosimo de ' Medici, the artist Agnolo Bronzino. published by P. S. And remember, only by changing their consumption — together we change the world! ©

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