To know your ring size, you can use several simple methods at home:
1. Measure an Existing Ring
- Take a ring that fits the desired finger well, preferably with a slim band (no wider than 0.5 cm).
- Place the ring on a ruler and measure the inner diameter in millimeters.
- The diameter in millimeters corresponds to your ring size. For example, a 17mm diameter means ring size 17 (European sizing)
2. Measure Your Finger with a String or Paper Strip
- Wrap a piece of string, floss, or a thin strip of paper around the base of your finger.
- Mark the point where the ends meet.
- Measure the length of the string or paper with a ruler in millimeters to get the circumference.
- Use a ring size chart to convert the circumference to the ring size. For example, a 53mm circumference corresponds to ring size 17 (European)
3. Use a Printable Ring Sizer or Chart
- Print a ring size chart and place a ring you own over the circles to find the closest match.
- Alternatively, use an online printable ring sizer to measure your finger or ring diameter
4. Use a Caliper
- If available, use a caliper to measure the inner diameter of a ring or the diameter of your finger directly.
- Convert the measurement to a ring size using a chart
Additional Tips
- Measure your finger at the end of the day when it is warm, as finger size can vary with temperature.
- Measure the finger multiple times to ensure accuracy.
- For the most precise measurement, visit a jeweler who can professionally size your finger
Example Ring Size Chart (European sizes)
Ring Size (Europe)| Diameter (mm)| Circumference (mm)
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16| 16| 50
17| 17| 53
18| 18| 56
19| 19| 59
20| 20| 63
Using these methods, you can accurately determine your ring size at home without specialized tools
