Since the beginning of time people have had this sense of wanting to belong to some family or group and feel a great need to display this as it gives them a certain amount of assurance and confidence. It was certainly quite difficult in bygone days when people didn’t have the ability to read or indeed write so the depended on the art of Heraldry.
Family Crest Rings and Heraldry
As you probably know Heraldry arose around the 12th Century for the reason stated above, a means of identification. Various markings were painted on the clan shields, and these ranged from birds, animals or other symbols that marked what the family did for a living. These markings were taken from the shield and painted or engraved on to the Family Crest Rings so that a seal could be produced for the purpose of identification.
Family Crest Rings – Styles
Family Crest Ring - Silver
Styles are important when it comes to selecting the Family Crest Rings as people have various size fingers, so the notion of one size fits all is not the case. The face of the ring comes in basically three shapes as follows;
- Oval Face
- Round Face
- Square Face also referred to as “Cushion Face”
The Oval Face Family Crest Ring is probably the most popular choice as it suits most fingers and measures 15mmx13mm. You can engrave the name, shield and the mantle on this style of ring.
The Round Face Family Crest Rings are mostly sold to people with large fingers and again name, mantle and shield with crest can be produced on this style of ring.
Square or Cushioned Face Family Crest Rings are where you can put everything you want and will give you the opportunity to put and entire blazon or arms on it. It is probably the most expensive in the Family Crest Rings range.
Family Crest Ring Sizing.
Its important to have your finger sized correctly as this will ensure a comfortable and perfect fit. Remember your two hands vary in size this is true for most adults so bear this in mind.
Family Crest Ring Shops
