How to choose a ring size and how to understand the ring size at home

Types of sizes

The most popular types in our country are Russian, Chinese and American. When purchasing a product in an online store, please note that sellers usually provide size charts. It is enough to know the size according to the Russian system and compare it with tabular data. Russian

According to Russian standards, the ring size is equal to its internal diameter. In this case, rounding up or down is allowed.

Chinese

China uses the centimeter measurement system, so there will be no need to convert anthropometric measurements. The size is calculated mainly according to the American method.

When ordering jewelry from a large Chinese online store, for example, Aliexpress, please note that if the ring size is not indicated according to Russian standards, there must be a size conversion table. To clarify the size, you can always contact the seller of the product.

American

To bring the ring size, which is indicated according to the American system, into line with Russian standards, you can apply the following formula: USA = 1.2 x ROS - 13.8, i.e.

Russian size will be = (US +13.8) /1.2.

For example, the size on the ring is 6, we substitute it into the formula: (6+13.8) /1.2=16.5.

In a jewelry store

If possible, contact your nearest jewelry store or repair shop. They will be happy to help you, the accuracy of the result is guaranteed. When the need to find out the size arises often, for example, you are a regular customer of online jewelry stores. Then it makes sense to purchase professional finger gauges.

On websites that trade in jewelry tools, you can find various options. The cost of simple plastic ones is about 150 rubles. This purchase is one for life. I bought it once and have the opportunity to find out my measurements without leaving home at any time.

Size relationship between different measurement systems

The table below shows the relationships between different measurement systems:

For example, if your size is 16.5 according to the Chinese and American system, it will be equal to 6.

Strip of paper

This method is more accurate compared to the previous one. We will need the same set of tools. Only instead of thread, you should cut a strip of paper about a centimeter wide.

The sequence of actions is the same. Wrap the strip around your finger. Place a mark at the intersection. We measure the distance to the mark and divide by 3.14. It is important to wrap tightly, but not to tighten too tightly. You can also use fabric or a sewing tape measure.

The relationship between the length of the strip in centimeters and the sizes of the rings is presented in the table.

Features of determining ring size

The methods for determining ring size are the same, regardless of the person’s gender. Features are expressed in sizes, which depend on the configuration and age.

For women

You can simply use any of the proposed methods. You can find out the size either using the ring the girl has or use extraordinary options.

For men

For men, wide joints can be a problem, so you will need to buy a ring a size larger, even though it will fit loosely on your finger.

For children

Children need to most accurately calculate the size of the ring so that it does not fly off the hand, but also does not put pressure on the finger. Children grow quickly, so when purchasing expensive jewelry, you need to understand that you won’t be able to buy it “for growth.”

With another ring

Take a ring from your box that fits on the desired finger. If it is of a simple shape, then just put it on a sheet of paper and draw a circle inside the ring. Measure the diameter - this will be the required value. If the product is complex in shape, then attach a ruler to it and measure the widest internal distance.

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What to consider when determining size

The circumference of a person's fingers is not a constant value; it depends on many factors that must be taken into account to correctly determine the ring size.

Weather conditions and time of day

If it’s hot outside, your fingers swell; in the cold, the process is reversed - they will be smaller than their standard size. The same applies to morning measurements, when the overnight swelling has not yet passed.

Decoration design and width

Large, wide rings with additional decorations should be easily removed from the hand. Experts recommend that if the ring width is more than 4 or 5 mm, add 0.1 mm of its size for each subsequent one mm of ring width. For example, a ring 9 mm wide with a finger size of 16.5 needs to increase the ring size by 0.4 mm and get a size of 16.9, rounded to 17.0.

For thin people, it is allowed for the ring to fit more tightly on the finger.

Physical condition of a person

A change in finger volume can occur after active physical activity or training. If there was a wild party the day before, it is better to wait to take measurements until the next day. You can’t measure immediately after you’ve carried something heavy; you need to let your fingers relax.

A change in the size of the fingers can occur as a result of a disease characterized by swelling: disease of the kidneys, heart, blood vessels.

Measured arm

The ring can be designed to be worn on any finger of the left or right hand. There are special jewelry for thumbs or little fingers, the size of which is larger or smaller, respectively.

Regardless of which finger the jewelry is intended for, it is better to measure the size on the fingers of both hands and choose the largest value.

Little things that should not be forgotten!

• Different sizes on different fingers. Most people have different ring sizes on their left and right hands (for example, if the ring ring on the left hand is 16, then on the right it will most often be 16.5). Therefore, you need to measure either the ring that your beloved wears on exactly the finger for which the gift is intended, or exactly that finger!
• Fingers can change volume throughout the day. In the early morning and late evening, your hands may swell slightly, causing your fingers to increase in size. The optimal time for measurements is daytime hours.
• Diet affects the size of your fingers. Drinking a large amount, eating fatty, salty or smoked foods also often leads to swelling and an increase in the size of the fingers. It is better to take measurements at a time when there are no festive feasts and the food is “everyday”.
• On different days of the cycle, fingers may have different sizes. Many women also have some swelling 3-5 days before their “critical days” and in their first days. This is due to hormonal fluctuations. The best time to measure is 7-20 days of the cycle.
• Ambient temperature affects finger size. In hot weather, fingers often swell; in cold weather, on the contrary, they become thinner. It is recommended to carry out measurements at room ambient temperature, that is, in the region of 19-22 degrees.
• The final size of the ring depends on its model. Thin models up to 6-7 mm are purchased size to size. If the ring is wide, it is better to take a reserve of 0.5 sizes. It will fit more comfortably on your finger.

If you are planning to purchase a ring, we invite you to our showroom. Here you will find a wide range of diamond rings: engagement rings or as gifts. From laconic models with single stones to products inlaid with scattered diamonds. Consultants will help you choose a ring according to size and design.

If you want to give an exclusive model, there is a jewelry workshop where you can order a ring with an individual design.

Please note that all diamonds, both individual and those set in our rings, are certified by the independent gemological center of Moscow State University.

Popular ways to determine ring size at home

There are several ways to determine the ring size for your hand or the hand of another person.

You can find out the size even if you want to surprise a loved one so that he doesn’t have to guess about it.

Using thread

Procedure:

• take a strong thread, preferably twine;
• wrap your finger, do it lightly and apply pressure;
• cut to the required length;
• take a ruler and measure the length in mm;
• using the formula: Circumference/3.14, calculate the diameter using a calculator;
• this will be the size of your decoration.

If the thread is thin, wrap your finger several times to make it easier to measure the size.

If you do not use a calculator, you can get the data from the table below. Just round the result to the given values.

Using pen and paper

The measurement is carried out in the same way as using thread, only we use a piece of paper instead. Mark the required length with a pen, then measure the length. This method is more accurate, because you can choose any width of the segment and it will be more convenient to try it on.

Using a measuring tape

You can use the following measuring tape template:

It needs to be printed and cut out, then cut in the indicated place. After inserting the sharp end into the slot, place the paper ring on your finger and measure it.

With the help of friends

If you want to make a surprise, you can ask friends or relatives for help. But this method will not be accurate; rarely does anyone know the ring size of even a loved one, especially since it changes throughout life.

In addition, not all loved ones can keep other people's secrets and the surprise may be ruined.

According to existing decoration

If you have a ring that is exactly the right size, measure its diameter on the inside and round up accordingly.

How to take a measurement:

• place the ring on a clean sheet of paper;
• carefully circle the inside of the circle several times;
• measure the diameter of the resulting circle in millimeters;
• You can compare the size with the picture below.

According to clothing size

The size of our fingers, of course, depends on the size of our clothes, but this connection is very approximate. There are people who wear plus size with thin fingers and vice versa.

Therefore, this method will allow you to determine the size only if you first pay attention to whether the lady’s (or young man’s) fingers correspond to their overall sizes.

If you do not notice any significant deviations, use the following table:

other methods

You can find a lot of lifehacks on the Internet that offer different ways to measure ring size.

In our opinion, the most productive:

• To measure your partner's finger and avoid making a mistake, do it while she is sleeping.
• Take the ring the person is wearing and take it to a jewelry store. This way you will get the exact size, the main thing is that you won’t miss any.
• If you can’t take the decoration out of the house, trace its inner circumference and take the drawing to the master. It will help you determine the size accurately.
• Bring the jewelry maker a photograph of the girl, preferably one with her hand visible. A specialist will be able to determine the size immediately from the photograph. You won’t be able to get an accurate result on your own this way.
• Place the girl's ring on your little finger and draw a circle where it stops, or just remember this place. A jeweler will be able to determine the exact size by visually examining your pinky finger.

Method 3

Take a thin strip of paper or regular thread. Wrap around the lower phalanx of the finger, closer to the knuckle. Act lightly, without pressing, so that the paper or thread can slide over your finger.

In the case of paper, mark the joint with a pen. Then cut the strip according to the mark.

If you are using thread, wrap it several times and then cut the resulting ring of thread.

Print the picture below and attach the workpiece to the control ruler. The length of the paper or thread should match the length of the colored strip.

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How to round the result to get the correct size

When measuring the circumference of a finger, the result may not be whole. More often you get uneven numbers: 15.76, 16.43. When rounding, pay attention to the thickness of the decoration. If the ring is up to 5 mm wide and narrower, it is better to round down, for example, from 15.23 or 15.12 to 15. With a wide decoration, it is better to round up, for example, instead of 15.6 it will be 16.0. The margin must be at least 0.5 mm.

Be sure to consider how often your fingers are swollen. In some cases, it is better to purchase a ring 0.5 size larger.

When is the best time to take measurements?

Before measuring your finger, please note that measurements are not always accurate. In some cases, it is better to postpone the procedure for a certain time.

Don't measure your finger:

• when the weather changes (the thickness of the fingers is affected by rain, heat or cold);
• after waking up or playing sports;
• if you drank a lot of water before the procedure;
• if before the measurements you were carrying heavy objects and blood circulation in your fingers has worsened.

Take measurements around noon in sunny, windless weather, checking the volume of fluid consumed before the procedure.

Ring size charts

Below are standard tables for determining ring size depending on the size of your finger circumference.

For women

Sizes considered here are in the range 15.0–19.0.

For men

For men, sizes range from 18.5–22.0:

Jewelers' recommendations

Jewelry craftsmen adhere to precision in determining sizes, so they advise turning to specialists.

What recommendations do professionals give:

• Roll up a small roll of paper and insert it into the girl's ring, winding the roll until the ring sits securely on it. Staple the resulting scroll and go with it to the store to select decorations.
• Do not buy expensive jewelry “by eye.” You may not only not get the size, but also not satisfy the desire of the person for whom it is intended. He may not like the design or execution of the ring. Therefore, it is better to coordinate an expensive purchase.
• If you do not know the exact size, then it is better not to buy a ring with stones or moving elements, because if you have to reduce it, the stones and additional jewelry may be damaged.
• Engrave only if you know the exact size of the item. Otherwise, it will deteriorate when the jewelry increases or decreases.

FAQ

When is the best time to measure ring size on your finger?

The best time for this is from 12.00 to 14.00. Pay attention to the weather, it is not advisable that it be very hot or very cold. It’s better that there is no party the night before and you don’t have to drink a lot in the morning.

Why can’t you measure your size immediately after loading your arms?

Any stress leads to deterioration of blood circulation in the hands, as a result of which the fingers swell. Sometimes it takes several hours for them to return to normal.

How to choose the right size?

The ring should not fit tightly or be removed loosely. Ideally, you want it to fit smoothly through the thicker part of the finger joint and not fly off.

What is the Vienna Standard for ring sizing?

This is how size is measured in different European countries. The length in millimeters of the circumference of the product is determined.

Thread

The essence of the method is to find out the girth of the finger and calculate its diameter. For this we need:

• Thread, preferably thicker, synthetic, so as not to stretch
• Pen or marker
• Ruler
• Scissors
• Calculator

We wrap the thread around our finger, mark it with a marker at the junction, or cut it off. We measure the resulting length, divide by the number π - 3.14. We get the value in millimeters, this is your size.

For a more accurate determination, wind five turns. Then the length must be divided by 15.7.