Fede rings

November 14, 2008

Another obscure term associated with engraved rings: Fede ring. Most often this designation refers to rings that feature two hands clasped together. The Italian word féde means “faith”, “trust”, ‘fidelity’ and “commitment.” Interestingly, this word also means ‘engagement ring’, which is indicative of the fact that the two-hand design is not something that has always [...]

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Engraved Rings with Roman Numerals

November 5, 2008

There is apparently quite a large selection of rings that have Roman numerals engraved on them. I am presently at a loss regarding the meaning and significance of this engraved message. As one seller of Roman numeral rings quite  simple-mindedly acknowledged: “Don’t worry about trying to figure out what roman numerals are on this ring, [...]

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Sell gold jewelery, coins and scrap gold online and offline: Important tips.

October 8, 2008

The value of gold During harsh economic times gold traditionally firmly asserts itself as the oldest financial institute in existence, as gold prices go up regardless of what else is going on in the economy. Almost every family has at least some amount of gold, whether it is in form of  old jewelry or actual [...]

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Engraved wedding rings banned

September 29, 2008

http://ukpress.google.com/article/ALeqM5hkzpnNUqnE0UeChvIBuDGanfAIBA Staff at Bradford Royal Infirmary have been told some rings pose an infection-control risk as bacteria could become embedded in the engravings. Many nurses were found to be wearing wedding bands with engravings on the outside or bevelling around the edges during a recent infection-control audit. But some of those affected say they will [...]

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Cross shapes: Celtic cross pendant

August 29, 2008

A cross combined with a ring is typically referred to as the Celtic cross. It is possible to interpret its meaning as a combination of two ideas: Resurrection and Eternity. A ring is also a basic solar symbol.

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