What Is the Meaning of Silver Thumb Rings?
People and cultures throughout history placed value on which finger a ring is worn. Silver has always been a symbol of fortitude. A silver thumb ring is a special ring that brings attention to the thumb and may signify strength, resolve and courage. Does this Spark an idea?
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Archery
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Archers use thumb rings in the Medieval times to protect the thumb from injury when the bow was pulled back and released.
Widowhood
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Centuries ago women wore their husbands' wedding rings on their thumbs after their husband died or left for battle.
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Occupation
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In Europe people wore thumb rings to show the profession one had. Their guild may have had a special thumb ring as well. In Chinese history, the military used thumb rings to show ranking. The bigger his ring, the higher the rank the officer served.
Fashion
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Today thumb rings are now just a way to adorn the thumb for fashion's sake. A thumb ring can be of a simple design or it can be quite ornate.
Palmistry
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In palmistry, the thumb symbolizes willpower and freethinking. Wearing a thumb rings, is an attempt to show your independence and individuality.
Fun Fact
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Wearing a ring on the left thumb may signify the subconscious or instincts and beliefs, while wearing it on the right thumb reflects the conscious, logic and awareness. More recently, a ring on right thumb means one is into same sex relationships.
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