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What Is a Wedding Band? The Deep Roots Behind This Timeless Symbol

What Is a Wedding Band? The Deep Roots Behind This Timeless Symbol

On the surface, a wedding band may look like a simple circle. But if you’ve ever wondered, what is a wedding band, really?—the answer runs much deeper than metal or materials.

This modest shape carries thousands of years of meaning. Across time and cultures, it has symbolized love, unity, and a lifelong bond. Today, at My Roots Jewelry, we carry this tradition forward through handcrafted wooden wedding bands—natural, sustainable, and deeply personal.

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The Fascinating History Behind Wearing the Wedding Ring on the Ring Finger

The Fascinating History Behind Wearing the Wedding Ring on the Ring Finger

The tradition of wearing a wedding ring is a fascinating reflection of how culture and symbolism have shaped society over time. Spanning thousands of years and multiple cultures, the practice of ring-wearing has evolved, but one constant remains—the finger on which the ring is worn. Why is the wedding band placed on what we now call the "ring finger"? Exploring this question reveals deep historical roots and offers a newfound appreciation for the meaning behind this tradition.

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