We are all aware that wedding rings (also known as “wedding bands”) are symbols of eternal love and commitment which a man and a woman make during their wedding vows. These are generally worn to indicate one’s civil status, thus making them a significant part of a person’s life.

To help you understand the importance of the wedding rings, here are 10 fascinating facts that you should know.

Interesting Fact#1
Most wedding rings are worn on the left hand’s fourth finger. It is a tradition that comes from a roman belief stating that the left hand’s fourth finger is the only finger with a vein which directly connects to the heart. It’s also called vena amoris or vein of love.

Interesting Fact#2
In some Indian traditions, wedding rings are not worn on the ring finger. In fact, some of the brides are even required to wear a toe ring (bichiya) instead.

Interesting Fact#3
Couples in other countries like Germany, India, and Russia prefer to wear their wedding rings on the fourth finger of their right hand.

Interesting Fact#4
For couples, the circle symbolizes eternity, which means no beginning and no end, like time.

Interesting Fact#5
The Chopard Blue Diamond Ring is the most expensive ring recorded which amounts to $16.26 million.

Interesting Fact#6
The groom’s name is the most commonly engraved word on wedding rings.

Interesting Fact#7
The tradition of wearing wedding rings for partners started during World War II where most men wear their wedding ring just to remember their wife back home.

Interesting Fact#8
Most men in ancient Rome often gave rings that were adorned with a small key which symbolized the way to a man’s heart.

Interesting Fact#9
Gold was considered as the purest and the most valuable metal; that’s why wedding rings were traditionally made from it. It’s the perfect symbol for marriage.

Interesting Fact#10
The tradition says that if the groom drops the ring during the ceremony, the marriage will be faced with bad luck.