The traditional engagement ring is comprised of either a silver or gold band with a shiny diamond in the center. Today, however, engagement rings vary by the couple and their preferences. A popular type of ring, a Celtic engagement ring, is a traditional ring that carries the old message of Irish love to new generations of couples.
Celtic rings might not seem as meaningful as the traditional diamond wedding bands. Meaning, the story behind their existence is deep and is carried from generation to generation. The Celtic ring also serves as two meanings: private, intimate details and public, demonstrations of commitment and love.
In case you were wondering, the Celts, or Celtic people, were located in Europe. They existed during the 6th and 7th century.
Since the Celts believed in the connectedness of life and the people in it, they created knot designs in their jewelry to reflect these tight values. Although there are many types of knots, we don’t specifically know every meaning. Many unidentifiable symbols and knots can be traced back almost 3,000 B.C. Even if we don’t know specifically what a certain ring means, couples still wear the rings out of love and commitment like those before them.
The knots in the Celtic rings represent infinity. The couples who exchange Celtic rings wear them to show their infinite, or unending, love for each other. The knots in the rings not only represent infinite love, but confusion for evil as well since the patterns were complicated.
Celtic rings come in many shapes, sizes, and materials. Many rings are made from metal and are simply decorated or plain. Other Celtic rings incorporate jewels or custom decorations. Both men and women wear Celtic rings for weddings and engagements.
No matter what kind of ring you have, you should take good care of it so it will last more than a lifetime. The best way to keep jewelry clean is to use a proper jewelry cleaning solution. If you’re unsure what solution is best for your ring, ask a trusted jeweler. You don’t want to end up using the wrong kind and have your ring deteriorate. You might also have to use a brush to help scrape away dirt or dust. Since Celtic rings are more complicated in design than other rings, you may need to clean it more often.
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