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Why are wedding rings worn on the left hand in some cultures/religions and on the right hand in others?

Question #149464. Asked by odo5435.
Last updated Jun 28 2023.
Originally posted Jun 28 2023 7:00 AM.

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pennie1478
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Romans believed that wearing a wedding ring on your right left hand meant you were untrustworthy and wearing a wedding ring on your right hand meant you were trustworthy and honorable.

link https://www.luvari.com/blogs/education/which-countries-wear-wedding-ring-on-their-right-hand#:~:text=The%20Romans%2C%20who%20introduced%20the,you%20want%20in%20a%20marriage.

Jun 28 2023, 11:01 AM
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Countries where wedding rings are usually worn on the right hand include Germany, India, Norway, Russia and Spain.
In many Western cultures, the ring finger is designated as the fourth finger on the left hand. The tradition of wearing a wedding ring on this digit originated from the belief that this finger has a vein running directly to the heart.
link https://www.brides.com/story/why-are-wedding-rings-worn-on-left-hand

Jun 28 2023, 2:34 PM
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