Let's say you want to marry someone, but they don't want a ring. This would be because the person doesn't ever wear rings, not wanting to draw attention to their hands (long story, just know that hand-oriented things are out). What other options are there for a wedding token? Are there cool options from cultures that do not have the wedding ring as part of their history? Any non-hand-based suggestions are welcome.
posted by anonymous on Oct 13, 2009 - 38 answers

In search of a fairly simple online image of a synthesizer for a wedding ring engraving. [more inside]
posted by ifjuly on Sep 22, 2009 - 8 answers

Proposing to a book lover. Ideas? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jul 27, 2009 - 36 answers

I need to find a gold wedding ring that I dropped in the yard! [more inside]
posted by RustyBrooks on Apr 8, 2009 - 19 answers

How do I buy an engagement ring if I don't know my fiancee's ring size? It obviously can't be a surprise if I measure her ring finger ahead of time... [more inside]
posted by thewalrus on Dec 17, 2008 - 41 answers

Give me some creative ideas for disposing of and/or destroying my wedding band. [more inside]
posted by mikeo2 on Nov 6, 2008 - 53 answers

I've lost the wedding ring! What do I do? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Sep 29, 2008 - 20 answers

How did you go about picking the engravings for your wedding rings? [more inside]
posted by roofus on May 15, 2008 - 28 answers

Help me negotiate on an engagement and wedding ring. We have things picked out and are being given multiple options on the center stone, which is a ruby. I have no clue about what's fair or what to expect. [more inside]
posted by tkolstee on Feb 26, 2008 - 11 answers

Throughout my college career, I could probably count on one hand the number of professors I've seen who wear wedding rings, and this includes professors who mention their spouses. Is this just coincidence, or is there something to it? [more inside]
posted by phaded on Feb 6, 2008 - 25 answers

What grade of titanium are Walmart wedding bands? I'd like a CP grade ring, since I understand aircraft grades can't be cut off. I've read that they should be stamped "CP", and I'm also wary of a ring coming from China with lead in it or worse?
posted by raikkohamilonso on Jan 28, 2008 - 14 answers

Where to buy an interesting (non-diamond) engagement ring in St. Louis? [more inside]
posted by notsnot on Dec 1, 2007 - 14 answers

DivorceFilter: What does one do with one's wedding ring? [more inside]
posted by SpacemanRed on Nov 19, 2007 - 32 answers

How common is it for couples to get married without an expensive engagement ring? [more inside]
posted by mpls2 on Nov 19, 2007 - 117 answers

Is it ethical for a women who is in sales to remove her wedding ring so that prospective clients will be more interested in hearing her pitch? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Apr 6, 2007 - 63 answers

Is there a formula for buying an engagement ring? [more inside]
posted by wondergreen on Feb 19, 2007 - 40 answers

What is a creative way for me (male, 22) to propose to my girlfriend (female, 21) in the area of Atlanta, GA or somewhere in NW GA? I do not want to do something that has been overdone (megatron @ ballgame). I want it to be romantic, semi-private (not drawing huge attention if is out in public), and memorable. She loves art and nature (not this damn heat). I am drawing a blank and need help ASAP!
posted by anonymous on Jul 31, 2006 - 34 answers

Are there any reasons for a female to wear a ring on her left ring finger that would not indicate she is engaged or married? Do females do this often or is that finger strictly for signifying she is in a relationship. [more inside]
posted by atlman on Jul 30, 2006 - 81 answers

What Old Norse phrase would be appropriate for an inscription on the inside of a wedding band? [more inside]
posted by ScottUltra on Jul 11, 2006 - 6 answers

Does anyone have any experience with wood-inlay wedding rings? My fiance and I are considering these rings, but we are wondering how the wood will hold up over the years.
posted by tperrigo on Mar 20, 2006 - 11 answers

Can you name a reasonable price for a late wedding ring? Family Drama Inside! Come Look! --> [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Dec 20, 2005 - 39 answers

Would stainless steel make a crappy wedding band? I thought the screws in my hip were titanium, but they aren't. I was planning to have them melted them down and make my beau's ring out of them. Could this stainless steel suffice? Would a coating help?
posted by smartypanties on Nov 8, 2005 - 32 answers

I intend to propose to my girlfriend of 5 years. Problem is, we've decided not to buy wedding bands when we get married. And we have no idea what to replace it with. Tattooing on our fingers was brought up as an idea. (But too painful) Have anyone opted out on the standard "wedding ring" marriage? What item is a memorable and unconventional replacement for the wedding ring?
posted by merv on Aug 25, 2005 - 43 answers

I have a question about wedding rings that aren't gold or platinum. [more inside]
posted by bshort on Jun 12, 2005 - 10 answers

My fiance and I have been looking for a unique wedding band design and we really like carved and engraved gold but not the stuff that looks like it has just been diamond cut. We found a really nice 1930's french wedding band with laurel on it Here. Any ideas where I could find more designs like this?? We are looking to stick to yellow gold and want something unique.
posted by cdcello on May 18, 2005 - 14 answers

What should a couple of tattoo-virgins hear before they try to have wedding bands tattooed on? [more inside]
posted by cortex on Nov 30, 2004 - 31 answers