Pinky Ring Guide - Gentleman's Gazette

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What is a pinky ring?
A ring worn on the fifth finger also known as the pinky finger.
Why do men wear rings on their pinky finger and not on their index finger, ring finger or thumb?
For most of modern history, men's rings were always a symbol of wealth, social class and your prestige. Often they were worn to make a specific statement such as in a signet ring.
Pinky rings today are more of a fashion statement and an expression of your style than they are an association with tradition or to display your social class or status.
Additionally pinky rings were made out of solid metal such as solid gold in ten, fourteen or eighteen karat maybe sometimes even nine karat. You could also find them in sterling silver or in platinum.
In terms of the shape of the stone or the details for the engravings on the ring the sky is basically the limit. And if you look at my ring collection you can get an idea of what the possibilities are. Every once in a while you see a small diamond in a brilliant cut set to the left and to the right of the center stone which is a very classic look. Stones that are particularly good for pinky rings are turquoise, bloodstone onyx, lapis lazuli, tiger's eye, tourmaline, malachite and star sapphires.
So why should you wear a pinky ring?
Basically, for the same reason, you wear most of your other clothes and accessories. Simply because you like it and you want to express your own style.
Pinky Ring Do's and Don'ts?
Don't go with oversized pinky rings
Don't mix metals.
Don't buy overly ostentatious rings
Do match the metal color of your pinky ring
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[@tristan-bb7zj]

"also there were rebels like Winston Churchill who wore their pinky ring on their right ringfinger" Sven Raphael Schneider, 2018

[@lazaru1]

As do the majority of European aristocracy, only the brits wear them on their little fingers, because pinky’s are for tweens and the nouvea riche

[@ReverendPop]

There's nothing wild in it: many very old noble families wore their signets on either of the 'ring' fingers. It was the Danish custom of the mud-19th century to wear signets on the left pinkie.

[@chrisnewport7826]

Tristan 2000 Maybe thats just where it fit.

[@thedeaderer8791]

he says signet ring not pinky ring

[@davefox7516]

I had my great-grandfather's gold signet ring sized down, and now I wear it on my left pinky finger. Looks regal.

[@kittensmittens7489]

Nice! Our family Normally gets new rings made

[@bmxriderforlife1234]

@@kittensmittens7489 new rings is nice but having one that is handed down is quite lovely. Especially if it's a heavy design that would cost alot to replicate. Using a spring set up to size down the ring and cutting out or adding it gold or using the sizing beads let's you have a fancy old family ring plus have newer more simple designs.

[@gattodacatto]

@@bmxriderforlife1234 Thanks for the suggestion! I think I could ask and see if a ring could be passed down, as that will be more of a memory of history.

[@bmxriderforlife1234]

@@gattodacatto my buddies family has a like 400 and something year old ring that's still going. You can visibly see wear on the band where it's thinner then it started. Eventually they become rings you don't even wear often but hold history and like a tradition. The issue can be with multiple children. However you can always recreate old rings. But I also know people who won't wear old family rings because the designs don't always age well. So it always depends. But having an antique heirloom Is always kinda cool imo. I'd still always get a new ring made for the new generation but that's me.

[@zDoMinaTe]

Gentleman’s Gazette feels like the uncle I never had...

[@TomMcMorrow]

Pinkie rings are one of my favorite pieces of men's jewelry, and I know when I eventually marry I'll be stacking my family's signet ring on my pinkie with the wedding band. Another excellent video, and on my most cherished topic to boot!

[@barewheels5730]

I see some comments mentioning the rarity of pinky rings nowadays, but where I live (Kuwait, and probably other ME countries as well) such rings are still commonly used, usually worn on the ring and pinky fingers, though to be fair they're more common with the older generation. Agate and turquois are the most popularly used, but you'll find other stones as well such as emerald, topaz, amethyst etc. as well as chinese steel. Personally I wear a small silver ring with a dome agate on top and a few very small turquoise stones on the sides :).

[@Conkers_Den]

Everything about this video is literal quality

[@horseenthusiast9903]

That was a fascinating video! I'm a young lady who loves Victorian clothing and jewelry-making, so talking about classic fashion and the history of pinky rings is very fun to me. My favourite pinky ring is one I was bequeathed by my late great-grandma; she loved making jewelry too, and she really loved the sea. The pinky ring is a wonderful little one with a silver band that holds a domed and polished piece of abalone shell, with these wonderful little art nouveau style arms reaching to hold the shell. I'm glad to know that when I curate a few Victorian menswear outfits, I'll still be able to wear that ring with a good suit without being anachronistic.

[@DSR299]

Your orange ring from your personal collection is my favorite. I would wear it on my right ring finger. I wish I had it or one extremely similar. The style and color are perfect!

[@clifforddodson5459]

Just started watching these videos. Very good information. I like that he encompasses everything from rings to shoes and puts it all together.

[@Drakefadeley]

I have my great grandfather's ring and he always put it on his pinky I guess he got it in 1878 it has a medium size diamond and Stirling silver iner ring and 12 carrot gold on the outside

[@Ike_AW]

My grandpa gave me a copper ring. I was confused witch finger to wear it on, but this video helped alot! Thank you!

[@terryrambone3110]

Love this video series, it has helped me step up my style game considerably over the last few years but I plan to break some of those rules detailed in this video. My pinky ring will be gold and micropavé set across the face and 75% down the shank, people are free to think what they like and that's cool if they consider it gaudy, it's definitely going to be in the eyes of older cats. Today a touch of flash on the pinky is perfect if the person has the confidence and style to wear it.

[@schrisdellopoulos9244]

GG videos are my new favorite on KZbin. My father owned a men's haberdashery called Louie the Hatter in Detroit. Growing up in Grosse Pointe, clothes were then always a big part of our lives. Kids in the nbhd wore paper gangster style hats for Halloween and I got to choose between a few authentic Dobbs fedoras! I've followed the Mod lifestyle since I was a teenager. It began in London in the 60s and has more retailers, shops, and designers now than ever before. Mod was based on modernist jazz and its sharp dressed musicians mixed with the American Ivy league look. Some popular brands are Fred Perry, Ben Sherman, and Gabicci vintage. Some staple pieces are the Baracuta Harrington jacket, Clark's desert boots, slim cut polos and Levi's Sta Prest. Suits are usually three button, narrow botch collar, center vent and a ticket pocket. Most often light fabric in interesting colours. Trousers are flat front and narrow. Please consider a Mod video, I'd be glad to help with the writing 😊.

[@JohnSmith-dq4dx]

Bro. Just... Bro. Your entire channel is a service to all of the men who wish to dress properly. You are an absolute G. I wish you success, love, and happiness in your life. On a side note, something that you may find interesting is that I wear my pinky ring on the right hand because it's the same side that I wear my watch. When you mentioned people such as Prince Charles, I noticed that he wore it on the left WITH a watch. I am curious as to how many people wore their pinky ring on the same side as their watch, do you see any connection there?

[@tommyd.743]

I have always worn a pinky, its a personal statement. And your correct about the negative connotation.

[@justamason6869]

Also... The pinky it was the finger where you wore rings for organizations and clubs. FDR and churchill wore their freemason ring on their pinky... As do i

[@matthewmunns3804]

I wear my masonic ring on my pinky also, right hand pinky finger as did Harry Truman.

[@justamason6869]

@@matthewmunns3804 sam houston wore a ring on his pinky...I would like to think that was his brotherhood ring but nobody knows for sure

[@calvinbrooks142]

Aye.

[@justamason6869]

Addendum: the same houston pinky ring was not a Masonic ring... His mother, Elizabeth Paxton Houston, had given her son the ring when he had joined the U.S. Army during the War of 1812. Sam’s father had been an officer during the Revolutionary War, and the prospects of soldiering had also seemed better to Sam than teaching school in Maryville, Tenn. But in March 1813 Houston had been only 20 years old and required his mother’s consent-his father having died in 1806-to enlist. She had granted her permission, slipped the ring onto his finger and, if family lore is true, even gave him a musket. It was fitting Houston wore that ring until his death. The thin gold band had defined his life.

[@Officialhelpkenet]

It'd be interesting to see a necklace guide on what kinds of necklaces are traditionally used and acceptable for men. I know growing up that the traditional necklace for men to wear was a necklace with a cross or similar symbol that they usually got for their confirmation ritual. Both my grandfather and my father wear one and I do too, but that might just be a local tradition. I'd be interested to hear what you know!

[@lazaru1]

Officialhelpkenet no gent would wear a necklace of any sort, they are the reserve of trendy youth and builders

[@peaceonearth8693]

Just copy Austin Powers with his Man symbol necklace. ;->

[@sh-hg4eg]

@@lazaru1 This makes sense, if you conveniently ignore that nobility, royals and civil servants all wore them and still do for ceremonies.

[@lazaru1]

@@sh-hg4eg well yes. Those aren’t necklaces. So of course anyone with any common sense would ignore them.

[@BigBeerus]

Generally for men they are called chains, for a more gentlemans look a thin one with some sort of small pendant is acceptable worn under the shirt generally. Usually gold. If you dont really care and just like them, just find a few you like. Keep in mind bigger chains are generally associated with criminal types. That being said I'm personally wearing a 20in 4mm silver rope chain atm cause I like it.

[@viclucyzia]

Raphael wears his pinky ring on his right pinky. I find it better so you can wear your wedding ring on your left ring finger with no friction and without overloading on one hand.

[@bw5187]

THANK YOU FOR PASSING ON AND DOCUMENTING THIS KNOWLEDGE

[@julesfalcone]

6:45 it's good to know fingers change sizes from season to season.

[@RedcoatsReturn]

Ignore the critics, the education you are providing us aspiring Gentlemen is of both tremendous value and unique quality. I shall pursue a signet as you have. I liked very much your smart-casual hybrid outfit which sets a nice elegant tone but with a relaxed Springtime feel that still cuts a striking figure as Gentleman likes to do.

[@stefanschleps8758]

Wonderful. Well written, proffesionally produced and executed! Keep it up! All the best. Herr Schleps. Wein.

[@komo216]

I know this is maybe a weird or conventional topic, but could you give styling advice about motorcycle clothing/gear. Or how to dress properly while using motorcycles as your daily transportation. Thanks in advance

[@Zepelinmad]

Hey Raphael I thought that it would be cool for you to do a guide into the “MAD MEN” style, especially Roger Sterling’s Best Regards Thanks

[@gentlemansgazette]

Hello, Santiago. We already have articles covering this subject, specifically Roger Sterling. Please check the website and use the search function to find the articles. Thank you! :)

[@MichaelPenicka]

What about wearing it when you have gloves? Meaning ballroom gloves or outdoor gloves as well

[@javierrodriguez2863]

Can i wear a regular gold ring on pinky to attract affluence?🙏

[@Theonewhoknocks22]

Nothing more classy then that pinky ring 😁

[@tunahantastan3910]

is it possible to combine pinky rings with basic clothes (jean, t-shirts etc.)? Do you guys have any suggestion

[@RedShade_Studios]

I saw that you mentioned the exorbitant pricing of pinky rings, and I wanted to mention that I create custom ring designs for clients, for less than what you find at jewlers

[@Agrippa31BC]

Although I’ve inherited signet rings from both my paternal and maternal grandfathers, they’re very old 18ct gold, and I’d be terrified to lose or damage them. That said, I wear a ring on my index finger, a gift from someone very special to me, in titanium with a pale pink agate. It’s a very traditional design anyway.

[@f.xavier45]

Those rings where meant to be worn. Wear them. If they are lost, at least they would have fulfilled they purpose and the objects themselves may have a very interesting and adventurous life after you, instead of living a life in dark stored somewhere! :)

[@dominiospizza7428]

I actually have a ring from each of my great grandfathers one made out of gold with multiple diamonds and i could just never wear it because it’s too valuable

[@larryroben1683]

GOD *** THE AUTHORITY & CREATOR ****

[@andersmclennan3024]

Very informational! And I know this video is suited for a different audience but I’d argue that in today’s culture pinky rings are still heavily associated with class. The trend is specifically coming back with rappers

[@nickgomez6272]

dude that tigers eye ring is gorgeous!

[@dantepisciotta3545]

I love pinky rings. That's the true MAFIA.

[@agxec2932]

Pinky rings are traditionally associated with men, aristocracy/nobility, class, elegance/refinement, wealth/luxury, family roots, power and signet rings - across all cultures.

[@ReverendPop]

Kismet!--I truly enjoyed your video about ascots! Now I'm here. It's kismet! :)

[@wardude2260]

I was just watching the signet ring video when i was notified about this one.

[@savvylifestrategies9445]

Great, information, Raphael. I always enjoy your videos.

[@gentlemansgazette]

Thank you!

[@Fome]

I noticed that most of these rings have a handmade, almost rough and imperfect appearance. Is this a unique feature of pinky rings in general?

[@dustywaxhead]

Fome they are most likely vintage rings, so they do have a used appearance, but they are most likely handmade if vintage

[@SpectateDrake]

In my personal opinion, in attracted to dated looking pinky rings. I'm obsessed with pinky rings for some odd reason. I find imperfections on a classic pinky rings is what makes the style.

[@chrisalsop5298]

Did a fleck of gold fall off the ring at 4:50 ? :O

[@TinklestheGoat]

If you wear a wedding ring on the normal finger and have a watch should you still wear your pinky ring on the left hand? What is the traditional answer?

[@westermatt]

Raphael, please do a video for guys who have eczema/psoriasis on their hands. How do I draw attention away from my skin condition?

[@itgaam]

Can you do a video about black tie in other cultures? Such as Scottish highland blacktie rules or the Indian equivalent?

[@stevebrassington3227]

Great video. We generally have our pinky rings bespoke made here in the uk, that gets you over the issues of scale. 👍

[@Road_Rash]

I wear a pinky ring on both hands, along with several other rings on both hands... I don't care whether it looks "dated", or "ungentlemanly", if I like it, that's all that matters...

[@simonandersen7942]

I think the 'match metals' thing is what's rather dated. What I mean is I wear gold rings, and a gold necklace. However my watch is steel, as is most quality watches, unless you go very flashy with a gold watch, and there's absolutely nothing wrong with that in my mind. Gold is a classic metal for rings, and steel is a classic for watches.

[@drebodollaz3504]

Watches are diff

[@olliet4264]

It’s very interesting, where I’m from there’s a - sadly mostly dead - tradition for a father to wear a pinkie ring after the birth of his child, my father used to wear it when I was very young

[@SeVnWonder]

I am planning to have a graduate ring made, is there a preferred finger for graduate rings? It would be my first and I wanted it for my pink. Thans 😊

[@katemarsh6955]

A guide on how to thrift / find good deals would be great.

[@ProtoNeoVintage]

I have recently inherited a small claddagh ring it fits perfectly on my pinky. It has family heritage and I was curious if you believe that would be an acceptable pinky ring. I plan on wearing it on my left hand next to my wedding band.

[@raulcferraz]

Do a video on your book collection!

[@kittensmittens7489]

Way too underrated comment

[@kittensmittens7489]

@Gentleman's Gazette please may you view and think about this comment?

[@fjodorklein3021]

Marvelous video, could you do a video on sleepwear/loungewear like pyjamas, dressing gowns etc.

[@williamkirk7781]

I wear a badass pinky ring on my right. It's gold with a large purple stone . I looked around for months before I could find the right ring to fit my style. But finally found one through a lady friend and it means alot to me. I wear it because I like the way it projects my style. And yes my stone is not over gawdy,it's perfect. I do like it to slightly be off centered projecting out. I love my pinky ring.

[@MustangDesudiroz]

i curently have a suqareshaped silver coated ring on ym pinky along with my cuban bracelet. i find it pretty cool

[@hiphop90s98]

That Suit Tho Good Video Raphael As Always 💯

[@Loukbots]

Great video! I found it to be incredibly interesting.

[@hallbjorngralock5354]

What about a plain sterling silver ring on the right side?

[@javierrodriguez2863]

Yes, wear it for affluence, commerce, learning , communication - planet mercury- most wont tell you or they don't know

[@Spinach_D]

I inherited my fathers class ring and only fits on my pinky- is this acceptable?

[@paul6563]

I wear some rings. One of them is a silver signet-pinky ring. I love it!

[@samb1314]

Question: you said to match colour to other accessories (belt buckle/cuff links) but what about watches? I have a Rolex and Omega as my daily watches and both are in stainless steel, though I have a signet ring from my grandfather that is gold. I don’t like how they look together... what are everyone’s thoughts around this?

[@nikabichinashvili4038]

for esample i wear blue diel stainless steel watch can i still wear silver ring with red agate stone it looks good but it feels kinda wrong. metals match want to point that out

[@carlosf.pineiro9266]

Great, instructive video just what I needed ❤

[@おりはらいざや-q3t]

Does someone know where I can find the ring that is shown at 0:17 ?

[@sh-hg4eg]

You can find it at 0:17

[@jlafontaine3517]

Do a suit collection video!!!

[@johns.5062]

my pinky ring size stays the same through the seasons, i wear a size 55 all year round (mostly cause i never remove my signet pinky ring ever)

[@The_Seal77]

How about wearing just a gold band on the left pinky?

[@LucasKellis]

What does the gentleman's gazzett have to say about college class rings, personality I love em and will be getting mine over the summer once it's done being made.

[@meirsolomon5626]

I have a class ring from when I received my MBA in 2000. However, I've gained a little weight and now it fits best on my pinky finger. I remember when I purchased the ring, I got the largest ring size for that style (signet) but I think even then it was a little tight on my ring finger.

[@foretell6819]

Lucas Kellis I have a reallllllllly old one from like the 60’s from my grandfather from a prestigious school in Mexico... it is huge, I never through about wearing it though... should I?

[@matthewball507]

I just started wearing rings and I like the information I got from your videos. I am having a hard time finding rings in half sizes (my ring and pinky fingers are both half sizes). Can you recommend some online dealers that have rings available in half sizes?

[@earthgraduate726]

Nice suit , great combination.🎵🎵

[@rexhargrove5172]

Excellent video. Thank you so much!

[@thevampirecielphantomhive2342]

I have a gold and ruby ring on my right hand and a gold and white diamond ring om my left hand along with my rolex and a gold rope bracelet on my right wrist.

[@awesomeduck500]

I wear my brass gold plated ring with a onyx stone on my right hand pinky finger always wore it there

[@Gaming_With_Santiago]

I Have a onyx black pinky ring and I wear it on my left pinky

[@Mr2Badboybrown]

i've worn a ring on my little finger which belonged to my great grandfather but as to whether he wore it on his little finger i don't know and as for myself it could only fit on my little fingers

[@Rinahugo]

Why did you not mention diamond pinky rings?

[@klaw3397]

Is it possible for you to do the history off the mob pinky ring and bracelet 🤔 no disprespect to the organization, I would love to own the same type off ring and braclett of a boss. And im quite shore millions off other people feel the same.

[@a.h.951]

Would it be wrong to wear a gold signet ring with a silver watch?

[@grahamkane2993]

Can you tell us about, a blood sapphire. It is half blue sapphire and half red ruby. And which finger to wear one on. Thanks. G. If anyone has one, I will pay top dollar for it.

[@sh-hg4eg]

A blood sapphire is just a red sapphire. It's not 50/50.

[@RichMitch]

I'd Love to see a fragrance video/series from you!

[@gentlemansgazette]

Already did that ;)

[@RichMitch]

Gentleman's Gazette oh! Can you link me?

[@Artyom_P]

What do you think of gold nugget pinky rings, Raphael?

[@ElierOlivos]

Muy buena información, gracias

[@Anth1963]

I always thought that pinky rings were worn on the pinky of the non dominant hand?

[@fredvalencia2205]

Thank you for the good advise i wasn't sure what finger to wear my ring.

[@froggy4968]

Wear it on whatever you want who don’t listen to people like him. Think for yourself.

[@fredvalencia2205]

@@froggy4968 i just thought id get advise from a gentlemen.

[@YpDondada]

Somebody be honest with me I’m in interest of getting a pinky ring and I’m a young man furthermore these days I see people wearing it on the left hand or that right hand I want to know what’s the true hand you supposed to wear it on ? Like for example Every man was taught watches go on left wrist but people still wear them on the right you know

[@goldgabich6863]

Great video. No ring has been passed down in my family, but we do have a coat of arms and a family crest. I would like to have it engraved onto a traditional oxford gold signet for my pinkie. Any idea where I could get something like this done?

[@0wubmusic079]

I know r/heraldry had some guides on that.

[@goldgabich6863]

0WubMusic0 is that a website or a KZbin channel?

[@0wubmusic079]

Ben It's on reddit and you can just type it in on google and it will pop up. Also make sure you can trace yourself back to an armiger.

[@joab1]

Check Rebus Signet Rings.

[@zozoprofessorofeverything3469]

I have a ruby ring i wear on my pinky only because it wont fit on any other finger, but now i wouldnt have it any other way after watching this!

[@AliDaniali]

I've seen pinky rings worn in a way where the stone is to the side of the hand instead of wearing the dome stone on top. What do you think?

[@മാഗല്യം]

Hi... Sir, i have a vintage pinky Ring how can sell that... Can you help me for sell that...?

[@nultari1]

Engineers wear a stainless steel ring on the dominant hand to signify their dedication to the profession

[@Jim58223]

Is Fort Belvedere making rings now?

[@gentlemansgazette]

Watch the video again and you shall find the answer ;)

[@Apochiii]

This is cool, I’m looking to buy a 18c gold for my pinky aye 🙌🏽

[@sydneysmith1521]

Thank you 👍

[@dracoslair]

Do you no long offer Custom rings? Can't find it on the website.

[@Matt-zx7vz]

I have a ring from my grandfather. I’m wondering where I can send a picture of it to uncover its meaning via link to its design. My grandfather wore it on his pinky finger being that he is Dutch. HELP! Great video! Thank you for the valuable information well presented here.

[@jeffhreid]

Excellent video

[@Waizzie]

What do you know about the direction a coat of arms should be facing?

[@franciscogepte7800]

Is should be facing the world and not to yourself. Rings are made to the outside world.

[@Waizzie]

@@franciscogepte7800 incorrect. A coat of arms should face yourself. Do your research, if you havent found the information, come back here and I’ll explain it.

[@franciscogepte7800]

Then why are you asking if you already know the answer

[@Waizzie]

@@franciscogepte7800 you might want to read my question. I was asking what he knows about it.

[@TM-yc6xg]

That tigers eye go crazy bruh

[@lazaru1]

You should only ever have one signet ring, gold, engraved with initials or family crest, though some contemporary youths have them made from silver

[@ErnstWirklich]

That bloodstone hexagonal ring makes me feel butterflies in my stomach

[@thomasbooks6323]

4:34 what stone is this?