It does seem as if men’s wedding rings are a modern trend – although I would hardly call it 21st-century.
Men of my father’s generation rarely if ever wore a wedding ring, but when I was married in 1976 it seemed right and proper for me to have one.
My wife (then fiancée) even paid out of her own pocket for my ring to be made, while she wears an heirloom that didn’t cost me a penny (I am eternally grateful for her generosity).
I still often see men who do not wear a wedding ring, but it seems that a great many do.
Regards,
Mike