Promise rings have only recently become very popular, but their history dates back centuries.

Although they weren't described as promise rings in ancient cultures, a ring has been given as the symbol of a pledge between two people for thousands of years, whether romantic or platonic.

In more recent times, the giving of promise rings usually precedes the engagement ring, and represents the commitment a couple share to marry in the near future.

The promise ring is usually worn on the ring finger of the left hand, symbolically closest to the heart. But it can be worn on either hand, depending on the pledge made.

Two-tone white and yellow gold promise ring with a solitaire diamond.

To make your promise ring special and unique to the two of you, have your ring engraved with a special message. For ideas about inscriptions, see our Wedding Ring Inscriptions page.

Choosing the perfect promise ring

Your promise ring can be as affordable or expensive as your wallet dictates.

Promise rings come in a vast range of styles, from diamond-set 18K yellow gold, to practical sterling silver set with cubic zirconias.

Finding the perfect promise ring for the love of your life is easy if you shop on the Web. We've selected a beautiful range of online jewelers, where we're sure you'll discover just what you're looking for.

Emitations.com have an excellent selection of affordable and elegant designs. The Primadonna ring we've featured has a triple band featuring a round stone in an Art Deco inspired setting, with two bands of round cut cubic zirconias.

If you fancy a promise ring set with a precious stone, this ring features a ruby set in 18K yellow gold. You can browse a beautiful collection of promise rings at Mondera Jewelry.

And don't forget the man in your life! Many men choose to wear promise rings nowadays and there's a great selection of men's promise rings online. This men's promise ring is a simple but elegant design in sterling silver, and is available from Mondera Jewelry.

Sterling silver men's promise ring available at Mondera Jewelry.

Your promise rings are a symbol of your desire to spend your lives together; a visible acknowledgment of your faith and commitment to one another, so wear it with all the pride and joy your promise ring stands for!