We receive many emails from you in relation to ring sizing and how to size your finger at home. Of course, the most foolproof way of doing this is to take a trip to your local jeweller and have your finger measured by a professional. However, this is not always possible or convenient to do so. And of course, considering you are shopping online it is nice to do it all from the comfort of your own home.
In this blog, we hope to give you a few tips to help you on this journey, including a ring size chart, a plastic ring sizer and an international ring guide.
Decide which finger the ring will be worn on and grab a length of string, a felt tip pen and a ruler.
Take the string and wrap it around the base of your finger. ...
Using the pen, make a mark where the string crosses over.
Use the ruler to measure the marked length of the string in mm.
The chart above illustrates US Sizes and their corresponding diameters in millimetres. This chart is useful if you or the recipient has a ring that you can measure in this way. However, it is important to note that the ring will be worn on the same finger.
International Ring Size Conversion Chart
Each country has a standard unit of measure to illustrate your ring size. In Ireland and the UK, we use letters while in the US numbers are used. However, this can get a little confusing when placing an order for your ring. Therefore we have created the table below for you to see your size and the equivalent depending on the country.
When you order a ring from our website you will see three international sizes listed, USA/Canada, UK/Ireland and European. For example 4 / H / 46, 4 is the US/Canadian size, H is the UK/Irish equivalent and 46 is the European equivalent.
Chart showing the difference in ring size measurement in USA, Ireland, UK, and Europe
Also listed are the diameter and circumference of each size so that if you do not know your ring size, you can always use the string test.
To measure the circumference of your finger, you will need the following items
a narrow strip of paper or a piece of string
a ruler
pen or marker
How to measure
Fold the strip of paper or string around the finger at the base where the ring will sit, making sure that it is fairly snug but also is able to go over the knuckle as your ring would.
Mark the area where the two ends meet
Use the ruler to measure the length and in millimetres to give you the circumference.
Using the ring chart above convert this measurement to your ring size. Please note many of our gold rings are made to order so if you are between sizes, we may be able to make this up for you. Simply contact us and we will see what we can do for you
This Claddagh Wedding ring is 7.5mm wide, therefore this will fit tighter than a ring of 3mm in the same size.
It is important to consider the ring you have in mind when getting your finger sized. Below we have listed some important factors worth noting:
Ring Type –
The width of the ring will have an impact on the fit. For example, a wide ring is going to fit tighter than a slim band of the same size.
Temperature –
It is most important to consider your knuckle size when measuring your ring size using the String method.
Your finger size will change depending on the temperature. Your hands will shrink in cold weather and tend to get bigger in warmer weather. It is a good idea to measure your finger at the end of the day as it typically will be at its largest at this time. Also, it is important to note that both hands are generally not the same size. The dominant hand is usually larger, therefore it is important to always measure the finger that the ring will be worn on.
Knuckle Size –
It is very important to consider your knuckle size when measuring your finger, especially if using the string method. The base of your finger might be much smaller than your knuckle but always remember the ring must be able to go over the knuckle!
Request A Ring Sizer
If you would like to order a ring from our website and the above methods of finding your ring size do not appeal to you, you can always contact us for a ring sizer. Just provide your name and address and we will post this out to you. Please allow up to 10 working days for postage outside Ireland.
In any case, getting an accurate ring size is essential, especially when ordering custom rings, wedding bands and patterned bands as in some cases these rings can be expensive to resize or may not even be suitable for sizing. If you are not sure it is always best to let us know and we can advise.
At bespoke space, we express ourselves and our love for the cosmos with something truly unique.
Since 2019, we’ve been handcrafting artisan rings and pens using the most uncommon, authentic and bespoke crystals and colourful natural materials. Powered by the sun our products are made from renewable, zero carbon emissions solar energy.
Whether it’s hand-forged Damascus steel from Nevada, a fossilized dinosaur bone from Alaska or an iron meteorite pulled from the Sahara you’ll find a magical story in every cosmic space ring we create. Most deep-space jewellery you see these days looks the same. Not at bespoke space!
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