2. Although the ancient Egyptians are sometimes credited with
having invented the engagement ring, and the ancient Greeks
with having adopted the tradition , the history of the engagement
ring can only be reliably traced as far back as ancient Rome . In
many countries, engagement rings are placed on the finger
nearest the little finger on the left hand. At one time it was
believed that this finger contained a vein that led to the heart.
3. “of all its many roles, the
diamond as messenger of
romantic love has
resonated through the
centuries to emerge today
as powerful as ever. ”
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4. DIAMOND HISTORY
The earliest diamonds were found in India in
4th century BC, although the youngest of
these deposits were formed 900 million years
ago. A majority of these early stones were
transported along the network of trade routes
that connected India and China, commonly
known as the Silk Road.
5. DIAMOND ENGAGEMENT RING HISTORY
The use of rings as a symbol of commitment
dates back to ancient history, specifically to the
betrothal (truth) rings of the Romans. These
early rings, often formed from twisted copper or
braided hair, were worn on the third finger of the
left hand. The placement of the ring was
significant, as Romans believed that a vein in
the third finger (vena amorous) ran directly to
the heart. For Romans, betrothal rings were
given as a sign of affection or friendship, and did
not always represent the rite of marriage.
6. A MODERN-DAY RESURGENCE
In 1947, DeBeers commissioned the services of
leading advertising agency N.W. Ayer, and the
slogan “A diamond is forever” was coined. The
premise of this large-scale marketing campaign
was the suggestion that diamonds should be the
only choice for engagement rings. The DeBeers
advertising campaign was wildly successful, and
was a contributing factor to today’s widespread
embracing of the tradition of diamond
engagement rings. In today’s fine jewelry
market, more than 78% of engagement rings
sold contain diamonds.
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8. The diamond is more than just aesthetically beautiful—it’s an enduring
symbol of love, romance, and commitment. The stone’s name is derived
from the Greek word adamas , which translates to “unconquerable.” This
symbolic meaning lends itself well to the diamond’s historic
commemoration of eternal love.
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