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Customs of the Ancients and the wedding ring symbolism
The article traces ancient ring customs from Egypt and the East to Greece and Rome, noting betting ties to betrothal, engagement, and marriage. It describes rings as tokens of affection, authority, and ritual, with various finger positions signaling status from engaged to married, and mentions amulets and healing beliefs attached to gemstones.
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Ione Aguas
Morsundy
Ames Wheatley
Martine eusPin
Hennes
Joseph
Sinvenien
Chibson
Geir
Canterbury
Moses
Eiler
Naburn
Kine Abab
Antony
Herr Livanias
Ivan
Ras Ivany
Ubersteien
Holt
Staley
Ghlel Laynes
Kidx
Gomelrings
Golier
Greece
England