The Uses of Celtic Symbolism in Wedding Ring Design

By Jane Lowden


If you are looking for a marriage band which is extra special then it is worth having a look at the Celtic wedding rings . Celtic wedding bands vary in their degree of intricacy and engraving, but they're all special.

It is important to recollect that a wedding band isn't, if ever, removed; therefore this needs to be a practical ring as well as a fashionable one.

The Celtic designs are based around symbols from the Celtic culture and history. A number of these designs are excellent for creating the most beautiful wedding rings. The standard Celtic twist and knot designs are one of the most well-liked selections.

There are many things to consider when choosing your wedding bands. The first is the metal. Many wedding bands are now made with a mixture of metals. With the Celtic designs a well-liked choice is a white gold inner band and a yellow gold trim; or vice-versa. Having a two tone ring suggests that the wedding band will easily fit or match with other jewelry.

If you're going for a conventional Celtic engraving then this could usually be found on the inner band. Men will most likely choose the Warrior design. This dates back to the 8th century Ardagh chalice. It has come to symbolise strength and commitment.

The designs for women's rings tend to be more the knots and twists; sometimes with the trinity assimilated into the design. These designs have 2 lines intertwined and they haven't any beginning and no end. The trinity is a specific Celtic knot which symbolises the continuity of life and love. On some of the simple designs this will be the sole symbol inscribed nevertheless , on more complex ones the entire band will be covered with the trinity woven into the design.

The Celtic wedding rings are popular because of their superb mixture of style and symbolism.




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