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.

1

Archery

Archers use thumb rings in the Medieval times to protect the thumb from injury when the bow was pulled back and released.

2

Widowhood

Centuries ago women wore their husbands' wedding rings on their thumbs after their husband died or left for battle.

3

Occupation

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.

  • In Europe people wore thumb rings to show the profession one had.
4

Fashion

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.

5

Palmistry

In palmistry, the thumb symbolises willpower and freethinking. Wearing a thumb rings, is an attempt to show your independence and individuality.

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Fun Fact

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.