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A
toe ring is a
ring made out of various
metals and non-metals worn on any of the
toes. Toe rings are almost exclusively worn by customly
barefoot women but is becoming more popular with men . The second toe of either foot is where they're worn most commonly. In most western countries they're a relatively new
fashion accessory. There is no a symbolic meaning for wearing toe rings. They are only regarded to be a new fashion jewerly; they often accompany
barefoot sandals or
anklets.
Toe rings in India (bichiya)
Wearing of toe rings is practiced in
India. It is worn as a symbol of married state by
Hindu women and is called
bichiya (pronounced: bee-chee-ya) in
Hindi (Metti in Tamil - மெட்டி). They are usually made of
silver and worn in pairs (unlike the trend in Western countries, where they're worn singly or in unmatched pairs) on the second toe of both feet. Traditionally they're quite ornate, though more contemporary designs are now being developed to cater to the modern bride. Some 'bichiya sets' may have pairs for four of the five toes, excluding the little pinky. 'Bichiyas' may not be made of
gold, as gold holds a 'respected' status and may not be worn below the waist by Hindus, but this isn't followed very strictly and toe rings made of
gold and
diamonds are commonly seen .
Traditionally a large ring was worn on the great toe of the left foot to indicate a married status. Some men frequently wore a ring on the big toe for curative purposes or to augment their masculine vigor. These rings were seldom closed circles but open hoops so that they could easily be removed.
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