Wedding Band

While an engagement ring is important, it is the wedding band that signifies the actual marriage and indicates the bond that exists between a husband and wife. Wearing wedding rings is a tradition that can be dated to the ancient Roman civilization. The ancient Egyptians are believed to be the first to use the circle to represent eternity, but it was the Romans who later applied that symbol to marriage, using the circular band to indicate that a marriage contract had been made. The wedding ring or band is still used today to signify a love that has neither beginning nor end.

Wedding rings today come in a variety of styles—the only element that remains constant is the never-ending circularity of the band, and that is because of its significant symbolism. Some wedding bands are just that: simple bands without additional embellishment. Other bands include symbolic engravings while still others are adorned with precious stones.

Another array of possibilities lies in how the wedding band is chosen. Some women prefer for their wedding and engagement rings to coordinate since the two are worn together on the same finger. Harris Michael Jewelry, an Internet-based wholesale jeweler, caters to this preference by providing a choice of bridal sets. Each set includes both an engagement ring and a wedding band that coordinate beautifully, featuring a stunning combination of diamonds that are set either in platinum or in 14-karat white gold.

For some women, it is more important that their wedding band matches their husband's—this coordination is meant to reflect an even deeper, stronger bond between the couple. For these women, Harris Michael Jewelry provides a collection of wedding ring sets that include matching rings for the husband and wife. These bands are simpler but equally as elegant. They come in 14-karat white gold, 14-karat yellow gold, platinum, titanium, and two tone gold.

There is also the more unique wish that some women and men have for their wedding rings?in addition to the personal significance, some women and men want their rings to carry religious or cultural significance. For example, people of Celtic ancestry may be interested either in the 14-karat Gold Claddagh Heart Ring which features a diamond cut white gold heart center or in the 14-karat Gold Celtic Woven Wedding Band Set. The 14-karat White Gold Multi Cross Band Ring may appeal to a Christian couple.

No matter your wedding ring preferences, Harris Michael Jewelry has something that will be meaningful to you for eternity.