Personalised Promise Rings
WHAT IS A PROMISE RING?
A Promise Ring symbolises a commitment – an expression of intention that goes beyond a casual “yes”. When a promise is made between two people, there is an expectation that it will be honoured and lived up to. Silvery Jewellery handcrafts a range of personalised Promise Rings for her , Promise rings for him and Promise Rings for Couples. Each ring is crafted to order by our skilled jewellers in South Africa.
PROMISE RINGS GO BACK THOUSANDS OF YEARS
Wearing a promise ring to symbolise a significant commitment in your developing relationship is not new. In ancient Rome, a couple was required by law to wait a certain period between announcing their intention to marry and the ceremony itself. Men signalled to the world that the young lady was “taken” by gifting her with a either a silver Promise Ring or Gold Promise Ring. After marriage she would continue to wear the ring as a symbol of permanence and strength.
In the 1500s in England, these rings were called “Posy Rings” after the French word, poesie, meaning poetry because these rings were engraved with lines of romantic, poetic messages.
By the 1800s secret messages were hidden in the rings. Known as acrostic rings, a term of endearment was “spelt out” using the first letter of each gemstone. A popular example would be “DEAREST” – and this Promise Ring would feature a Diamond, Emerald, Amethyst, Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire and Topaz.
PROMISE RINGS IN THE 21ST CENTURY
Promise Rings have recently become popular again – and not only as symbols of romantic love.
Romantically, the modern Promise Ring is exchanged when you intend to take your relationship to the next level. It is a tender expression of your desire for a long-term commitment.
The modern Promise Ring ranges from purity rings, indicating loyalty and fidelity; eternity rings to celebrate the long-lasting love between two people; rings symbolising your intention to remain chaste until marriage; or a ring to remind you of your intention to give up a bad habit e.g. smoking.
So whether the promise is between couples, friends, family members or to yourself, the Promise Ring is a life-long keepsake o f a significant transition in your life.
THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A PROMISE RING AND AN ENGAGEMENT RING
The Promise Ring is an expression of a long-lasting, more serious relationship, a step towards a probable engagement – think of it as a “pre-engagement” ring.
An engagement ring is an expression of your intention to marry in the near future.
WHAT DOES A PROMISE RING LOOK LIKE?
There are no rules when it comes to choosing the ideal Promise Ring.
It’s all about your personal style and intention therefore you can confidently choose a style to suit your personality as well as your pocket.
Sterling Silver Promise Rings capture the mood and set the tone perfectly.
These can range from simple rings featuring plain bands which could be engraved to intertwined bands that symbolise your closeness as a couple.
Also popular are couple’s rings in a complementary style – with a ring for him and a matching one for her.
Promise rings can be set with diamonds or other gemstones with a symbolic meaning. Generally the diamonds in a Promise Ring will be smaller than those in an engagement ring.
Which finger the ring is worn on is entirely up to the wearer. Generally rings are worn on the ring finger of the left hand – the finger that is connected to the heart