A typical Valentines ring is made from a silver or gold band with personalized engraving such as engraved names, dates, hearts and sentimental phrases on the outside and inside of the ring band. The idea of such a Valentine ring is greatly
treasured and makes an unforgettable gift especially on valentines day because these rings are generally worn all the time by the one you love. Men will wear a Valentines ring also because they are comfortable on the finger due to there comfort fit and because they look great. Our men's and women’s silver or gold classic engraved rings are typically wider and thicker but still comfort fit to feel just right. We make sure our rings are made to last for years of wear by engraving them deeply. These are important things to consider when making a promise ring purchase. Valentine ring re-sizing is just sometimes part of the process as much as finding the right ring or designing the right ring. At custom promise rings we know from experience the urgency of needing your ring resized for an occasion or special day means and try very hard to size your ring up or down size the day we receive it. Our customers are very happy to learn we are as interested as they are to have their ring re-sized quickly and accurately. It is important when re-sizing a ring not to interrupt any stone setting or especially the engraving that is so primarily the center focus of our custom promise rings. That is why we encourage our customers to return their ring to us for quick and professional ring re-sizing at a fee that is complimentary for their business.
As Christianity became widespread, Christians attempted to replace old practices. To convert more heathens to Christianity the church officials changed the pagan celebration of the Feast of Lubercus to St. Valentine's Day. and eliminate pagan traditions. On St. Valentine's Day the priest placed saint's names into an urn or box. The young people then drew a name from the container. In the following year, the youth was supposed to emulate the life of the saint whose name he had drawn. By the fourteenth century they reverted back to the use of girl's names. In the sixteenth century they once again tried to have saintly valentines but it was as unsuccessful as the first attempt. While it can't be proved historically, there were seven men named Valentine who were honored with feasts on February 14th. Of these men, two stories link incidents that could have given our present day meaning to St. Valentine's Day.
A man named Valentine was a priest during the reign of Emperor Claudius. Valentine was revered by the young and old, rich and poor, with people of all walks of life attending his services. At this time Emperor Claudius was heavily recruiting men to serve as soldiers for his wars without much success. The men preferred not to leave their wives, families and sweethearts to fight in foreign lands. Claudius became angry and declared that no more marriages could be performed and all engagements were canceled. Valentine thought this to be unfair and secretly married several couples. When Claudius found out, he threw Valentine in prison where he died. Friends of the priest retrieved his body and buried it in a churchyard in Rome. Another version had St. Valentine jailed for helping Christians. While Valentine was in prison he cured a jailer's daughter of blindness. Claudius became enraged and had Valentine clubbed and beheaded on February 14, 269 A.D. Yet another story claims that Valentine fell in love with the jailer's daughter and wrote her letters that were signed "From your Valentine." All of the seven Valentines eventually evolved into one. In 496 Pope Gelasius declared the day in honor of St. Valentine. Through the centuries the Christian holiday became a time to exchange love messages and St. Valentine became the patron saint of lovers. Lovers' quarrels come under his jurisdiction and, naturally, he is the patron saint of engaged couples and of anyone wishing to marry.
Valentine's day is a perfect time to remember that special person in your life with a beautiful Promise ring worn by both lover's on any finger. Symbolizing a pre-engagement or special friendship..
The origin of the 3rd finger being designated the "ring finger." For those logical souls, this finger is the most practical one for wearing a ring. Protected by fingers on either side, and not as active as the first two fingers and thumb, it is a safe haven for jewelry. A more romantic notion is the ancient belief in a "vena amori," or vein of love, running from the 3rd left finger to the heart.
Pre-engagement and Valentine promise rings are worn in place of a diamond engagement ring worn on the left hand. However. Again Promise Rings for Monogamy are worn on the left or right ring finger.
Generally speaking it is a thoughtful measure for your man or woman to be givin a promise ring on St. Valentines day to reaffirm the promise's made to one another with a token on that special day we know as Valentines day.
When choosing a promise ring for a man, wide bands with dominate engraving are the more suitable of all men's promise rings.
A nice touch is to have the ring engraving as bold as possible to announce your special affection and or love for the other person.
