Ring on the thumb: what does it mean?

In the past, only nobles and influential people could afford rings. The thumb, being the most visible finger, was often adorned to signify high social status.

• Middle Ages and Renaissance:  Aristocrats wore solid gold rings to display their wealth.
• In some Asian cultures, thumb rings were reserved for powerful men.

Today, a thumb ring in gold or set with precious stones can still be a symbol of elegance and prestige.

5. A meaning in certain communities

Wearing a ring on the thumb can also have social or community significance.

• In some LGBTQ+ subcultures, a ring on the left thumb can be a subtle sign of belonging.
• In artistic circles, it often symbolizes open-mindedness and a rejection of conventions.

Note: These meanings vary depending on context and region; they are not universal.

6. Right thumb or left thumb: a difference?

Wearing a ring on the right or left thumb can impact its meaning.

Right hand:

• Symbol of action and dynamism.
• Associated with decision-making and authority.
• May reflect professional ambition or an assertion of status.

Left hand:

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