By observing the fingers on which you choose to place your rings, a Cheirologer is able to determine aspects of your personality. Some handreaders see the wearing of rings as rather a negative trait, as mostly we wear our rings without conscious awareness of why it is that we place them upon a chosen digit.

Placement of a ring is an unconscious attempt to literally "add weight" to the area of life that finger represents, and may reveal imbalances in the qualities associated with that digit.

Knowing the significance of where you put your rings may be helpful to you, that you may wear your rings with newfound awareness. Rather than reveal a weak character trait, a ring placed with conscious awareness can enhance and strengthen these areas of your life, the more so if the ring is set with a crystal that resonates with that digit's element principles.

Cheirology ascribes each finger a "rulership" of an element, and an "identity" based upon principles of that element. "Negative" interpretation applies to unconscious placement. "Positive" value lies in your being aware of your intention as you place your ring.

Rings on the Earth finger

The middle finger is ruled by the earth element. It is the finger of cultural identity - from it we see something of how you handle responsibility, and how you relate to law, order and traditional values. Your sense of inner security and stability is also represented. Rings on this finger -
Negative:  Domestic unhappiness, insecure / yearns for security, fixed in opinion, judgmental.
Positive:  Reduce anxiety, improve emotional stability, show desire for self development.
(Recommended stones: Garnet, Onyx, Agate, Topaz, Tiger's Eye, Jade.)

Rings on the Water finger

The index finger is ruled by the water element, and shows your personal identity - how you relate to and see yourself. Potential leadership ability and personal authority are also represented. Rings on this finger -
Negative:  Esteem damaged in childhood, petty tyrant - controlling personality, egoism - not good enough / better than.
Positive:  Boost self-esteem, increase authority, improve confidence.
(Recommended stones: Tourmaline, Lapis Lazuli, Peridot, Opal, Emerald.)

Rings on the Fire finger

The ring finger has fire rulership and represents extra-personal identity. It tells of your self expression, your creativity and your love of beauty. It also represents your persona or image. Rings on this finger -
Negative:  Creative frustration, need to be liked, concern with image.
Positive:  Activate creativity, show friendliness, improve aesthetic awareness.
(Recommended stones: Garnet, Ruby, Pink Tourmaline, Diamond.)

Rings on the Air finger
The baby finger is ruled by the air element, and represents your impersonal identity - that is, how honestly you communicate, and something of your sexuality. Rings on this finger -
Negative:  Deceptive communication, difficulty with sexuality / sexual identity.
Positive:  Improve communication, express sexuality / sexual identity.
(Recommended stones: Blue Topaz, Sapphire, Aquamarine)

Rings on the Ether finger

The thumb is ruled by ether, symbolising your spiritual identity. Rings on the thumb -
Negative:  Energy is depleted, feels powerless, feels out of control / in crisis.
Positive:  Boost energy levels, increase will, gives comfort.
(Recommended stones: Moonstone, Diamond, Amethyst.)

Rings on all your fingers

Indicate that there are negative circumstances in your life. You are probably not feeling a sense of safety or security in your world, but you are hiding behind a display. You may also prefer to avoid dealing with painful issues in your life. Wearing rings on every finger also shows that
you are more conventional than you would perhaps like to admit.

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Jenny Hirsch