Diamonds have been a popular gemstone for centuries, both due to their rarity and their ability to reflect light to show all of the colors on the spectrum in a brilliant way. They are currently the most popular gemstone for couples to give each other in their wedding jewelry, but that wasn’t always the case. Diamonds have a long and interesting history.
The History of Diamonds
Before the popularity of diamond wedding rings, diamonds were considered sacred in India. Discovered about three thousand years ago, diamonds were thought to be mystical stones that could be used as protection from harm, and were used as protective talismans during battle. Many thought that they could ward off evil spirits as well, or even heal injuries and cure the sick. Once the Middle Ages arrived, much of the myth and magical beliefs died out and the diamond became more popular for how it looked rather than what people thought it could do. Suddenly people saw the beauty in diamonds and realized they would be a perfect adornment when used in jewelry and crowns.
Diamond Wedding Rings
Diamond wedding rings became popular in the late 1400s, after Duke Maximilian of Austria gave one to Mary of Burgundy in 1477. Since then, diamonds have been getting more and more popular when used in wedding rings and jewelry. Now diamond wedding rings are a common choice for both the bride and groom. Wedding rings can range in styles from flashy and elaborate, to simple and understated. You can find a wide variety of wedding rings in any style that you desire, to fit your specific tastes. Typically, the diamonds in a woman’s wedding ring are much larger than those in a men’s wedding band. More often than not, you can get your wedding bands in a set that match the bride’s engagement ring. Actually, you can even get them cheaper if you purchase all three at the same time. Men’s wedding rings oftentimes are just a simple band, made from one of a variety of metals, and may contain a simple row of small diamonds, either solely on the ‘front’ of the ring, or all the way around the ring.
Diamond wedding rings have had a long and rich history. They are just as popular today as they have ever been, which means they will likely not go out of style any time soon. They also pair well with all types of precious metals, such as gold, silver and platinum, and work well with other gemstones as a set. Whatever your style may be, it will be easy to find a diamond wedding ring to suit you and your partner’s taste.
