About the history of the ring 1. Byzantine sun pattern symbol sealing ring
Since the seventh century, Europeans have believed that rings connect two people who love each other. A typical Byzantine antique ring, carved in relief, shows a couple standing together, facing Christ, representing receiving blessings. At that time, the wedding ring had a strong religious flavor, and the ring occupied a very important position in the wedding ceremony.
About the history of Lord of the Rings 2. Bone ring in Ming dynasty
There were rings in ancient primitive society in China. Bone rings have been unearthed in tombs during Dawenkou-Longshan culture period, and some rings are embedded with turquoise.
About the history of Lord of the Rings 3. White jade bird ring in Han dynasty
Before Qin and Han Dynasties, the ring was called "Yue" (also called "exorcism"). On the one hand, it contains the meaning of commitment, engagement and love, on the other hand, it is binding. It was called "Jie" in Tang and Song Dynasties and "Jie" in Ming Dynasty. Because most rings are made of gold and silver, they were also called "gold rings" or "silver rings" in the Warring States period. The popular pure gold ring in Han Dynasty is called "Hundred Alchemy". The earliest rings in the Yin and Shang Dynasties were made of copper, and there were also a few jade rings.
About the history of Lord of the Rings 4. Copper rings in ancient Rome
Roman men first gave their future wives rings to propose. This kind of ring is made of iron, and the pattern on the ring is that a man and a woman have their right hands locked. Later, they used gold and low-grade gems to cast or carve reliefs, usually with the Greek word "OMONIA", which means harmony. This habit continued for the next 700 years. In France, the ring stands for "bonnefoi"; In Italy, the word "fede" is used instead of a ring. Later, some rings were patterned with twisted steel cables, braided or tied with concentric knots, all of which symbolized the firmness of marriage.
About the history of Lord of the Rings 5. Ivory ring
With the improvement of human living environment and demand, the material of the ring is also changing quietly, from straw ring to leather, amber and ivory ring, to iron, copper and silver ring, and finally to gold ring.
About the history of Lord of the Rings 6. jewellery
With the continuous development of social civilization, today's ring has become an ornament for beauty lovers, a manifestation of the personality of fashionable men and women, an emotional witness of lovers, and a commemorative gift for their wedding. The materials and styles of rings are also varied. Whether traditional, avant-garde, conservative or fashionable, you can find a ring that suits you. It has been completely integrated into everyone's life and become an indispensable accessory.