Saturday, July 11, 2009

The Role Of Rings For Man

By Edward Jacobsen

Throughout history the evolution of men wearing rings is astonishing. It's early forms were usually utilitarian in nature. Early men who would use bows for hunting and fighting would use rings to protect their bow fingers. Rings were also used to ad devastating blows in hand to hand combat.

In the past if you wanted to prove that a document was authentic then you would press your ring with your family crest in wax to seal it. That practice is only used in very antiquated sects these days, but it doesn't take away from the usefulness of men's rings today.

For the last century it has been custom to give your girlfriend your class ring in high school. You are telling your best gal that she is the one, and you are telling other guy's to back off. I doubt that this practice will end any time soon.

That brings us to the ring that causes men the most trouble of all. The engagement ring. Even though this is not a mans ring, it will probably be the ring that gives the man the most stress. Just trying to decide how much to pay for the ring is enough to drive most men crazy. So it definitely should be included in men rings through the ages.

With the birth of the internet the modern man can easily shop for rings that will enhance his style. New metals are available that are stronger and more resistant to scratching and tarnishing. This means a man can look great and not worry about maintenance.

New metals like tungsten and titanium have rocked the men's fashion world. There are so many styles to choose from that there is no reason not to have a ring that defines who you are. Online you will find a plethora of awesome rings made from these metals. The prices of rings made from these metals are unmatched to their beauty and style

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