The Wedding Ring, Choose The Right Stone

Did you know the reason diamonds are so often included in the wedding ring? It’s not because the diamond is expensive or even rare. The diamond, it is said, is a strong stone, “solidifying.” What better stone to use as part of a wedding ring than a stone that would lend its powers to solidifying the marriage? Meanings and powers are also associated with most metals. Gold is for healing and abundance, hence it’s traditional use to wish the happy couple abundance in their lives. While the diamond is arguably the most common stone for the wedding ring, couples can design a wedding ring to express themselves and their hopes by using alternative stones. For example, the opal is said to promote spirituality. The sapphire is for luck, but also for comfort. The pearl is used to increase a person’s intuition while the emerald is said to enhance psychic awareness. Those who believe in the power of stones believe the ruby will encourage a love affair, but only a very pure love affair. While less traditional stones probably wouldn’t be used in a wedding ring, other jewelry is

sometimes offered to the bride or groom as a wedding gift. The stones used in that jewelry can also be significant. For example, the garnet heightens sexual awareness and promotes strength and wisdom. The onyx is usually associated with comfort, especially the black onyx, which is believed to repel negative energy. Jade is for inner beauty while mother of pearl is believed to attract money. The tiger’s eye, of course, is for strength. No matter what the couple chooses for the style of the wedding ring, or for the stones and metals to be used in the ring, the significance of making those decisions together will likely remain part of their memories for as long as the wedding ring remains.