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Platinum Diamond Rings

Until a few decades ago, it wasn’t generally accepted that a man would wear a wedding ring. The tradition of the bride wearing a ring dates back centuries, but it wasn’t until about a half-century ago that men began to follow suit. As it became more common for the bride and groom to exchange rings, the term “double ring ceremony” was coined. Later, it became less necessary to make the distinction because almost all ceremonies included a wedding band for both the man and woman being married.

For many years, the man’s wedding ring was a simple gold or silver band, but that practice has evolved with the changes in the bride’s wedding band. It is very common for the wedding rings to be sold as a three-piece set, including the engagement ring and wedding ring for the bride, and the man’s wedding ring. In those sets, the man’s ring reflects the design of the bride’s ring, though it is usually more subtle, masculine and less ornate. Typically, the men’s ring has been made of gold or silver, whichever the bride has chosen. More recently, men are turning toward other metals, including titanium, for their rings. Stones also vary as some couples opt for emeralds, rubies, opals or other precious stones to set their rings apart from the typical.

In the early years of men’s wedding rings, most were a plain band but then small diamonds became more accepted and more popular. If the couple are selecting custom designs or creating their own, the man’s ring will usually take on a similar appearance. No matter what kind of metal and stones are selected, remember that the man’s wedding band carries the same symbolism as the bride’s – a circle that stands for the unending love that exists in a marriage. By choosing carefully, the symbol itself will also last a lifetime.

Platinum Diamond Rings are traditionally known as a symbol of love and proposing. When a man asks a woman for her hand in marriage and in life, this ring is offered. Traditionally, any ring is usable because the ring itself is a continuous loop symbolizing eternity. But as victims of society, now every man is pressured to use the most expensive piece he can afford, typically a platinum diamond ring. The general rule of thumb is two to three month's salary to show his dedication and sincerity.

Diamond became a tradition when the first one was given by Archduke Maximilian of Austria to Mary of Burgundy in 1477. Now it's become a widely practiced ritual by nearly every culture in the world. More than 250 tons of earth is mined before a single 1 carat gem quality diamond is uncovered. The best quality diamonds are usually set into platinum bands for people who prefer the best of the best.