Sizing Conversion
Ring Size
INSTRUCTIONS
Worried about how you’ll get the measurements? Don’t panic just yet. There are several methods you can use to know how to measure ring size.
METHOD 1. USE A STRING/FLOSS
To measure with a string, you will need the following:
Pen
/
Marker
String/Floss
Ruler
Pen
/
Marker
How to measure:
Mark where the string ends with the pen.
Cut a string that is about 6 inches long.
Fold the string around the base of the finger, just below the knuckle.
Mark where the string ends with the pen.
Place the measured string on the ruler with the area marked on your right.
The number closest to the pen mark is the circumference of the ring in millimeters. Use the ring size chart below to translate the measurements into a ring size.
METHOD 2. USE A STRIP OF PAPER
To measure the ring size using a strip of paper, you will need the following:
Pen
/
marker
A strip of paper
Ruler
Pen
/
marker
How to measure:
Mark the area where the two ends of the paper strip meet.
Cut a thin strip of paper about 100 millimeters long.
Fold the thin strip of paper around the finger at the base and close enough to your knuckle.
Mark the area where the two ends of the paper strip meet.
Use the ruler to measure the length in millimeters to give you the circumference.
Convert the measurement to the appropriate ring size, using the ring size chart below.
METHOD 3. USE A RING THAT FITS YOU
To measure the ring size using a ring that fits, you will need the following:
How to measure:
A ring at home that fits the finger that will wear the engagement ring
Ruler
How to measure:
Measure the internal diameter of the ring (that’s the hole inside the ring, excluding the metal).
Write down this measurement in millimeters. Use the ring size chart below to translate the measurements into a ring size.
2. If your knuckle is a lot larger than the base of your finger measure both the base of your finger and your knuckle and select a size between the two.
Also...
1. Measure your finger in warm temperatures at the end of the day.
2. If your knuckle is a lot larger than the base of your finger measure both the base of your finger and your knuckle and select a size between the two.
2. Borrow one of your intended recipient’s rings. Make sure to borrow a ring that fits the finger you intend your gift ring to fit.
IF YOU’RE BUYING THE RING AS A SURPRISE
1. Ask your intended recipient’s mother or friend if they know his/her ring finger size.. OR
2. Borrow one of your intended recipient’s rings. Make sure to borrow a ring that fits the finger you intend your gift ring to fit.
- The average woman’s ring size is about 6. The average man’s ring size is about 10.
- Your ring size will be about half a size larger on your primary hand (i.e. the hand you write with).
OTHER TIPS AND INFORMATION
- When considering a wide band, move up a size from your measurement, for comfort’s sake.
- Different countries have different ring-size systems. All sizes listed here are standard American sizes.
- The average woman’s ring size is about 6. The average man’s ring size is about 10.
- Your ring size will be about half a size larger on your primary hand (i.e. the hand you write with).
SIZE 4.5
14.8 mm
SIZE 5
15.6 mm
SIZE 5.5
16.0 mm
SIZE 6
16.45 mm
SIZE 6.5
16.9 mm
SIZE 7
17.3 mm
SIZE 7.5
17.7 mm
SIZE 8
18.2 mm
SIZE 8.5
18.6 mm
SIZE 9
19.0 mm
SIZE 9.5
19.4 mm
SIZE 10
19.9 mm
SIZE 10.5
20.2 mm
SIZE 11
20.6 mm
SIZE 11.5
21.0 mm
SIZE 12
21.4 mm
SIZE 12.5
21.8 mm
Bracelet Sizes
6 ¾” 17 cm S
6 ¼” 16 cm XXS
6 ½” 16.5 cm XS
6 ¾” 17 cm S
7 ¼” 18.5 cm M+
6 ⅞” 17.5 cm S+
7 ⅛” 18 cm M
7 ¼” 18.5 cm M+
8 ¼” 21 cm XXL (Men's L)
7 ½” 19 cm L (Men's S)
7 ⅞” 20 cm XL (Men's M)
8 ¼” 21 cm XXL (Men's L)
8 ¾” 22 cm Men's XL
9" 23 cm Men's XXL
Necklace sizes:
40 cm M (Women's)
Cm Sizes
38 cm S (Women's)
40 cm M (Women's)
42 cm L (Women's)