Engagement rings

Back in the 16th century England’s King Edward VI stated that the left ring finger contained a vein that reaches to the heart and that is why you have to wear the ring on that finger. Still the right hand is often used for the wedding ring for many reasons.

Widowhood

When a woman becomes a widow she may move the ring from one hand to another as a sign of widowhood.

Culture

There are countries such as Poland, Colombia, Greece and India that hold the tradition of wearing the ring on the right hand.

Sentimentality

Sometimes people express the sentimental value of the ring by wearing it on the right hand.

Infidelity

There are beliefs which state that a woman who wants to cheat will move the ring to the other hand to state this thing.

Gays and Lesbians

Sometimes wearing the wedding ring on the right hand is a sign of the gay sexual orientation.

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