Why is wedding ring worn on the fourth finger?

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The fourth finger on the left hand is known as the ring finger in many Western cultures. The assumption that this finger contains a vein that runs straight to the heart gave rise to the custom of putting a wedding ring on it.

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“Wedding bands have been proven to be worn on every finger, even the thumb,” explains Stephanie Selle, a jeweller. “Wedding bands are now most typically worn on the left hand’s fourth finger. However, in several countries, such as India, Germany, Spain, Norway, and Russia, wedding bands are customarily worn on the right hand.” Overall, it appears that cultural norms and traditions establish the bar for this practice. “It’s remarkable that out of all the wedding customs and trends that individuals choose to make their own in some manner, the ring finger is the one that most people preserve,” Selle observes.

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The fascinating narrative of conventional ring finger placement is explored below, as well as why you might choose (or not choose) to follow this practice. Discover the answers to some of the most often asked questions about engagement and promise rings, as well as the customs surrounding them.

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“It was formerly thought that the ring finger had a vein that led straight to the heart,” Selle explains, “so lovers’ hearts would be united by their rings.” “This was known as the Vena Amoris, or love vein, by the ancient Romans.” So, to symbolize the passion that the newlywed couple had, a ring was set on that precise finger to indicate the marriage formed on love, virtually uniting their two hearts.

Unfortunately, contemporary anatomy reveals that all fingers have venous connections to the heart and that no such single vein exists, shattering the charming symbolism. Many couples, however, continue to select their left-hand ring finger as a symbol of their devotion to each other.

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