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Which finger men's engagement rings go on

It may surprise you that men's engagement rings did not become a tradition in Western cultures until World War II, when soldiers fighting overseas wore the rings as a sentimental symbol that reminded them of their loved ones on the other side of the world.

Before the tradition of men's engagement rings, throughout history and across many cultures, many different types of rings were already worn. These rings were fashion statements worn simply to look good, and sometimes they were practical and used to seal important documents.

In different cultures and social settings, wearing rings on certain fingers carries different meanings. Although there are no rules about which finger is best for wearing men's engagement rings, it is good to have a brief understanding of the meanings to decide how you want to wear the ring.

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THE PINKY FINGER

The pinky finger is really a great option for wearing a ring for a couple of reasons. First, the pinky finger is not associated with any religious, marital, or cultural symbolism, so it is a great place to wear a statement ring.

And second, because it is the farthest from the body, a ring on that finger will not only be more noticeable, but it will also let you wear something eye-catching like a large design or an ornate gemstone that won't get in the way and is also unlikely to interfere with any physical activity you do.

RING FINGER

In many cultures, the meaning of wearing a ring on the ring finger is usually associated with relationships and marriage. A promise ring is often worn on the ring finger of the right hand, while an engagement ring is worn on the left hand.

The ancient Egyptians started the tradition of wearing rings on the ring finger of the left hand, as they believed it had an important direct connection to the heart. These rings represented the symbol of eternity and unity.

MIDDLE FINGER

The middle finger is not a very popular finger for wearing rings, as they can become uncomfortable when performing small everyday manual tasks. However, because it is in the middle of your hand and looks masculine, it tends to be a good option for wearing a ring.

You can really wear any type of ring on your middle finger. A great option that is trending right now are viking rings.

INDEX FINGER

Your index finger is a great place to wear a ring. Just pointing and wagging your finger is enough to catch everyone's attention, probably more than on any other finger.

In some ancient societies, important family crests and signet rings were worn on the index finger, something that was not allowed to the general public at all!

THUMB

Wearing rings on the thumb is not as common as on the other fingers today, due to the fact that we use the thumb in almost every daily manual task to grip things, and because its circumference is the thickest.

For nobles and the wealthy, wearing a ring on the thumb was an excellent choice because it was the bulkiest and thickest ring and therefore the most extravagant way to show off their social status.

Wearing a ring on the thumb is an excellent idea if you want to wear several rings on one hand without crowding them. In addition, a ring on this finger can make you look distinctive and unconventional.