How to measure a ring: the rules for making the perfect choice
Choosing a ring involves paying attention to many aspects, one of which is finding the most suitable size.
To find out how to measure rings, you can use homemade methods, with materials such as string, tape or a strip of paper, rely on dedicated apps or resort to more professional techniques.
Moreover, once the finger size is taken, you have to consider the right method to convert to ring size.
Tools Needed to Measure a Ring
How do you measure a ring in mm? For this purpose, commonly used objects or dedicated devices can be used. In both cases, it is important to focus on avoiding mistakes to make the purchase truly perfect.
Useful measuring instruments can include:
- A piece of string;
- A ribbon;
- A felt-tip pen;
- A strip of paper;
- A tape measure;
- A ruler;
- An extendable strap.
How to Measure your Finger for a Ring
Whatever method is used, the measurement must be carried out as carefully as possible, also taking into account some external factors that may influence the accuracy of the procedure. For example, in particularly hot or cold conditions, the size of the fingers can change. The measurement obtained relates to the inner diameter of the ring and should be taken in mm, for greater accuracy.
Using the objects listed above, you can easily learn how to measure the ring and the size in a few steps:
- Use a piece of string, a felt-tip pen and a tape measure. After encircling the finger with string, the point where the parts of the string meet should be marked with a felt-tip pen. Then simply measure the length of the string segment obtained with a tape measure;
- A variant of the previous method is to replace the string with a strip of paper, or a ribbon. In the absence of a tape measure, you can also use a simple ruler.;
However, to learn how to measure the finger for a ring in a more professional manner, you need to rely on a specific instrument that is available, for example, in the form of an extendable strap tightened around the finger and with several notches corresponding to the sizes.
How can I determine the size of a ring accurately? The diameter value must be converted from mm to the specific size, according to the size table: a subject that will be discussed in more detail in the following paragraphs.
Measuring an Existing Ring
How can you determine the size of a ring if you already have a ring in the right size? In this case, the ring must be placed directly on a ruler to determine the length of the inside diameter, i.e., the longest distance from one edge to the other. To convert to the correct size, always consult the appropriate table. Another method is to use printable ring gauges, also available online, which have small circumferences of different sizes on which the ring can be placed to determine its size.
But how do you measure a ring in a more technical way? Maximum precision can be achieved with a professional gauge, used by jewellers, with an elongated conical shape. Simply slip the ring into the gauge and note the relevant size, which appears on the cone at the height where the ring stops.
Some procedures are particularly suitable for gifts because they let you figure out how to measure a ring in secret. To ensure the surprise effect, it is ideal to have access to one of the recipient's rings. If time is very limited, the best and most discreet solution is to resort to measuring with a ruler.
Converting Measurements to Ring Sizes
As mentioned above, it is essential to use a size conversion table to convert from length in mm to actual size. So if you are wondering how to figure out the size of a ring, this is certainly the quickest and most accurate way.
The table contains both ring diameter and finger circumference measurements and correlates them directly with ring sizes. In this regard, it is important to know that there are different measurement scales in Europe and Italy; the table shows both.
What should you choose if the measurement is in between two sizes?
It may be that, once you have converted the finger size, you are unsure between two sizes. In this case, after ensuring the accuracy of the measurement it is advisable to choose the largest size, which guarantees greater comfort of use. This decision should also take into account changes in finger circumference during the day, over the seasons, or due to writing with the relevant hand. Finally, when choosing a size, the model and material of the ring must also be taken into account, as these elements can lead to differences in fit.
