How to Measure Your Ring Size from Home? (2024)

How to Measure Your Ring Size from Home? (1)

You can measure your ring size at home using a few different methods. Some are more accurate than others but for the best results, we would always recommend visiting a jeweller to be properly measured. We offer a free ring sizing instore, but if you are not able to visit us, we have listed a few ways to measure your ring size yourself, from the comfort of your own home.

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When is it best to measure your ring size?

The best time of day to measure your ring size is in the evening. Our fingers naturally change size throughout the day and it’s best to measure them when they are at their largest to ensure you get a comfortable ring fit. During the course of theday, it is normal for your fingers to swell and they will be at their largest by the evening. Avoid measuring your fingers when they are cold, as at this point they can be at least half a size too small. We recommend sizing your fingers a few times to make sure your ring size measurement is as accurate as possible.


How should my ring fit?

The correctring size should be snug enough not to fall off, but not too tight. A ring should slide over the knuckle with some slight resistance and you should be able to take it off without strugglingbut it also shouldn’t be so loose that it can fall off your finger.

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The difference between ring sizes is fairly small, so you will probably fit a few sizes comfortably. If you are in between sizes, then the style of ring you are looking for will define whether you should go up or down a ring size. For example, if the ring has a broader band, we would advise that you go up a size because it will be more snug. For thin, delicaterings, go down a size because it will feel looser.

Find your ring size using a ring sizer

To help measure your finger, you can buy one of our handy ring sizersfor just 50p. Simply place the ring sizer over your finger, then pull the sizer until it fits snugly on your finger without being too tight. Make sure you can still slide the sizer over your knuckle, then use the black arrow to identify your own unique ring size against the measurements.

Find your ring size using a ring you already have

You can also find your ring size byusing a ring that you already own. Simply download and print thisring sizing guideat 100% size. Next, place your ring over the circles until you find one which matches up exactly with the inside of your ring. The letter inside the matching circle indicates the size of the ring.

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If you’re looking to match someone else’s ring size without them knowing, thenusing one of their rings can be a good option. If you are worried about them noticing theirring is missing, you can always use their ring to draw a circle of the inside of the ring on some paper before quickly returning it. Then you can use this with the sizing guide by cutting out that circle you’ve drawn as neatly as possible. Ifyour are measuring a finger size for an
engagement ring, choose a ring worn on the middle finger and then prepare to go a few sizes down.

Find your ring size with the string method

The string method involves wrapping something around your finger and then measuring where the ends met on a ruler.Take some string or a piece of paper no wider than 1.4 cm. Wrap it around your finger and mark with a pen where one end of the string or paper meets the other. Then line the string or paper against a ruler and read off the measurement. Using the chart below, you can match your finger measurement to a ring size.

UKUSEUROPEINSIDE DIAMETER
Extra SmallJ49¾15.49
K5015.9
SmallL51¾16.31
M52¾16.71
MediumN5417.12
O75517.53
LargeP56½17.93
Q857½18.34
R58½18.75
S96019.15

Find your ring size using an app

Alternatively, there are free apps available that you can download to help you find your ring size.Here are a few.


Find your ring size in a different country

Just like with clothes, different countries mayhave differentways of noting your ring size. In the UK we use an alphabet sizing system. If you know your ring size in a different country, you can cross reference it with a handy guide to check what that size is in a different country.


What if I can't find my ring size

Because ring sizes are so small in difference, at Maya Magal, we generally skip a size and offer ring sizes J, L, N, P, R. However, if your size differs to any of these, we may be able to resize some designs for you. All of oursolid gold ringscan be made to order in any size.We also offer handmadeadjustable ringsthat can shape to fit your ring size.

I know my ring size, what's next?

Once you know your ring size, the next step is to find your perfect ring! You can shop ourcollection ofringsand find your perfect, individual ring.Ourstacking rings and one of a kind ringscan help you express your signature style.Or try our collection ofmen's ringsandpromise ringsfor a meaningful gift. Like all our products, our rings are lovingly handcrafted with sustainability in mind.

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How to Measure Your Ring Size from Home? (2024)

FAQs

How to Measure Your Ring Size from Home? ›

Using a measuring tape is considered to be the best and most accurate method to determine your ring size. Give yourself enough space to accommodate your knuckles for the best results. Also, you should measure the finger where you plan to wear the ring, since the finger size on your left and right hands may differ.

How to figure out your ring size at home? ›

Wrap string around the base of your partner's finger (where a ring would typically sit) and use the marker to note on the string where the two ends meet. Unwrap the string, and use a ruler to measure the distance between the two marks. You can then use this measurement to find the ring size on a chart.

How big is a size 7 ring? ›

17.3 mm

How to guess ring size without measuring? ›

HOW TO FIND YOUR PARTNER'S RING SIZE WITHOUT THEM KNOWING
  1. Sneak A Look At Your Partner's Jewellery Box. ...
  2. Steal One Of Their Rings For The Day. ...
  3. Do Your Best Speed Ring Drawing. ...
  4. Be Stealthy With String. ...
  5. Get Their Friends In On It. ...
  6. Compare With Your Own Jewellery Or Fingers. ...
  7. Choose A Temporary Engagement Ring Or Proposal Ring.

Is there a way to size up a ring at home? ›

Attempting to resize a ring at home is not advisable. It requires specialized tools and expertise to avoid damaging the ring. DIY methods, such as wrapping thread or dental floss around the band, can provide temporary relief but are not a permanent solution.

What is the most accurate way to measure ring size at home? ›

Using a measuring tape is considered to be the best and most accurate method to determine your ring size. Give yourself enough space to accommodate your knuckles for the best results. Also, you should measure the finger where you plan to wear the ring, since the finger size on your left and right hands may differ.

How can I measure my ring size at home without a ruler? ›

Best Way To Determine Your Ring Size Using Paper or String
  1. 1) Cut a strip of paper or a piece of non-stretchy string.
  2. 2) Wrap it snugly around the base of your finger. ...
  3. 3) Mark the point on it where it completes the circle. ...
  4. 4) Measure the length of the string or paper. ...
  5. 5) Find out your ring size on our conversion chart.

Can I measure a ring with my phone? ›

Download The Ring Sizing App™ Here.

For Android and older IOS users, it's just as easy. Simply place your ring finger on your phone screen, adjust the sizing lines to outline your finger and you'll have your ring size in minutes!

How to tell what size a ring is? ›

Place the ruler from edge to edge of the ring and measure it right across inside the ring. Record the measurement in millimeters and use a ring size chart to find your ring size.

How much bigger is a size 8 than a 7 ring? ›

Size 7 = 17.3 mm. Size 7.5 = 17.7 mm. Size 8 = 18.2 mm.

How to measure your ring size without going to a jewelry store? ›

For the first method, you will need a piece of string, a ruler and a pair of scissors.
  1. Wrap the piece of string around your finger.
  2. Use a pen or marker to mark the point where the ends of the string cross.
  3. Take your ruler and measure the marked portion string in millimeters.
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What rings cannot be resized? ›

To be resized, your ring must be made of metal such as silver, gold, or platinum. Non-metal materials cannot be resized, including full eternity bands, tungsten rings, rose gold rings, titanium rings, or rings with tension settings. There also must be enough space around the ring for it to be made larger or smaller.

What do you do when your ring is too small? ›

If the ring is too small, the ring may be enlarged either by stretching (which will increase it by one quarter or one half of a ring size) or by cutting the band and adding more metal into the ring (which is usually necessary for enlargements of more than half a ring size).

How big is a size 4 ring? ›

Ring Size Guide

Standard ring sizes go up by 0.4 millimeters every half-size. For instance, a size 3 ring is 14 mm, a size 3.5 ring is 14.4 mm, and a size 4 is 14.8mm. Women's rings are commonly between sizes 3 (14 mm) and 9 (19 mm), while men's rings are usually sized between 8 (18.2 mm) and 14 (23 mm).

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