The intimate nature of secret messages between lovers is something not easily replicated (that’s why romance novels sell so well!) especially up against the trials and tribulations of modern living. Whilst an engagement ring itself can carry meaning (the Victorians loved to send coded messages via flowers and gems!) the wedding band is perhaps forgotten as the blank page it is. A thoughtful, personal engraving on your wedding bands can provide a much-needed moment of calm on a busy day, verification of true love in harder times, or even the courage to endure hardship or difficulty.

Wedding jewellery, particularly wedding rings, marks a lifelong statement of commitment, promise and love between partners. Traditionally gold wedding rings are the norm, however the practicalities involved in engraving wedding diamond rings of various materials and styles are largely similar and incredibly easy for a jeweller or established diamond merchant like Marlows to arrange.

Consider these points carefully before making your mark – What do you want the message to be? Should it be the same on both rings? Do you want the message to be a surprise for your spouse on your wedding day?

Think carefully about the message – do you want it to be a personal coded message that only makes sense to your eyes? Something classic like “My Love, My Life”? Perhaps something a little more like the contemporary “I Want to Hold Your Hand” or maybe simply the date of your wedding (very helpful for forgetful husbands!) Avoiding gimmick-like quotations is certainly advisable, after all, this is something you’ll carry about your person for life, and the premonition of slipping off your wedding ring for an x-ray revealing the words “Booty Princess” might just be enough to make you reconsider! The perfect inscription is heartfelt, simple and loaded with amorous connotations between you and your loved one.