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Linked rings motif illustration

CROSS-CULTURAL · GEOMETRY

Linked rings

What it means: Historically, marital connection; partnership is a contemporary extension.

A southern German gimmel ring from the later sixteenth century at the Metropolitan Museum of Art has two interlocking gold hoops and a marriage vow. Such double rings served as wedding rings during the Renaissance.

Often chosen for: Love & partnership · New beginnings & hope · Friendship & connection · Curiosity, creativity & wonder

Respectful use: Do not copy the five Olympic rings or another protected arrangement, and do not assume the user wishes to marry.

Design a gift with linked rings

Sources: [1] metmuseum.org

Ready-made gifts with linked rings

Two in Bloom throw pillow cover

Love & partnership

Two in Bloom

Mandarin ducks & lotus · Linked rings · Heart

A wish to keep choosing, growing, and making a life together.

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