How to find out your ring size? Effective methods for all occasions!

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.

Regular men's ring size

There are certain standards for making jewelry. The minimum size of rings, which are created at specialized enterprises, is 16, and the largest is 24. Men are usually suitable for products no smaller than size 19, but exceptions are possible - for example, thin young guys can easily wear rings of size 18.

We do not recommend determining the size of your finger “by eye” - it is very easy to make a mistake! If you don’t want to ask directly, you can find out your ring size secretly - next we’ll talk about ways to determine the girth of your fingers. If you still want to take a risk, buy a ring in the most popular size, taking into account the man’s weight and clothing size.

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.”

How to measure ring size on a finger: basic rules and recommendations

Consider weather conditions

In the cold season, the fingers become thinner, and in hot weather, on the contrary, they swell slightly. In addition, in the evening the fingers are slightly thicker, so the optimal conditions for measurements are daytime hours and room temperature.

Pay attention to the ring design

If you decide to buy a thick ring, it is better to take a size with a margin. For example, your usual size for a thin ring is 17.5, but it’s better to take a massive piece of jewelry in size 18.

Don't measure immediately after training

When playing sports and getting wet, your fingers will also swell a little, so take some time with your measurements. Otherwise, determine the size incorrectly.

Measure the diameter on equal fingers of one hand

Oddly enough, the sizes of the same fingers, but on different hands, can differ significantly from each other. Check both fingers at once to avoid mistakes.

Round numbers correctly

When choosing a narrow ring, round the number down, and when buying a wide ring, round up.

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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.

Basic rules for measuring fingers for selecting jewelry

In order for measurements taken at home not to fail, you need to know how and, most importantly, when to take them correctly.

1. You should not measure your finger to purchase a ring:

• in the morning or evening (in the morning the fingers are thin, in the evening, on the contrary, they swell);
• in cold or heat (for the same reason);
• after training and other physical activities;
• during menstrual periods in women;
• if before this you were carrying a heavy bag in your hand;
• if you drank too much liquid the day before.

The latter restrictions are also associated with possible swelling of the fingers, which is why the ring chosen at this time will be too large at another time.

1. When measuring your finger, you must not forget to measure the bone through which the jewelry will have to pass. Sometimes it happens that it is quite wide, and then you have to calculate the arithmetic mean between its size and the size of the finger itself in the place where the ring will be falsely located.
2. It should also be taken into account that the size of fingers on different hands, as a rule, differs. Therefore, you need to measure your fingers exactly on the hand on which you are going to wear the jewelry, or on both hands.
3. The step between ring sizes according to the system adopted in our country is half a centimeter. It may happen that the actual size of your finger falls between these sizes. When choosing a narrow ring (up to 6-7 mm), it is better to round down, and when choosing a wide ring, round up.
4. Jewelers say that when choosing an engagement ring, it is better to err on the smaller side than on the larger side. If the decoration is too small, you can roll it out, but shortening the product is not a cheap service, and not every craftsman will undertake such work.

These rules apply when measuring your finger to select a ring not only at home, but also in a jewelry store.

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.

How to discreetly find out the size of a girl's finger?

In order to reveal intentions ahead of time, and really make a surprise, such a sensitive matter must be dealt with secretly from the chosen one. Several tried and true methods:

Method 1: Take her ring

The simplest and at the same time the most reliable is to secretly take one of your lady’s rings, which she puts on her ring finger and regularly changes, putting them in the box. Your beloved will not have time to discover the flaw, and in the meantime you will select the wedding necklace and return the model to its place.

Method 2: Ring Imprint

If the chosen one does not part with the ring, and it is not possible to quietly take it, you must wait until the moment when she finally takes it off. Before going to bed, while taking a bath or washing dishes, you need to have time to measure its diameter. The option with paper will come in very handy. Well, or press the ring into plasticine, leaving its imprint.

Method 3: Trying it on yourself

Try the ring on yourself, pulling it to the mark where it fits best; you can leave a note with a pen if you don’t trust your visual memory. To be safe, erase any traces when you buy a ring or wrap your finger with a bandage.

Method 4: Ask friends

Ask one of her friends to find out the required ring diameter. It’s a delicate matter, but if you personally don’t succeed, there is, alas, no other way out.

Method 5: Take the test

Slip one of the psychological tests, you can compose it yourself. In order to better find out your compatibility, first write down one of the questions about ring size.

Method 6: Hand cast

Make a joint handprint on clay or gouache on paper, supposedly joint creativity as a keepsake. The difficulty is how to take such art out of the house.

Method 7: Measuring on gloves

Thin gloves can also be a prototype for choosing a ring. The main thing is that they are made of thin leather, otherwise nothing will come of it. If they don't exist, this is a great opportunity to give an unexpected gift.

Method 8: Ask friends

Again, not without the help of friends. Ask your friend to try the ring on herself, unless of course her fingers are about the same. I hope that after such an offer, she will not reveal everything before you.

Method 9: Girl's parents

Talk to the parents of the future bride and ask them, maybe they know the exact size or they will try to find out for you.

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.

What is finger size?

In this case, mathematical definitions are indispensable. So, you will need to prepare any of your rings and rulers. Draw an imaginary line along the inside of the ring. The resulting diameter will be the value you were looking for. It is measured in millimeters. Knowing this information, you can easily select the ring of the right size.

When purchasing jewelry, you must remember that the gradation step is 0.5 mm. This is very important, since depending on the width of the product, you will need to add one step or simply round the indicator to a whole value.

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:

How to choose a measuring time so as not to make a mistake with the size

Depending on the time of day when the finger size is measured, the indicators can vary greatly. On average, the error may be 0.5 sizes. We recommend taking measurements in the middle of the day. This is the optimal period when optimal balance is achieved in the body.

When it is not recommended to take measurements:

• during illness;
• early morning or late evening;
• after training;
• in excessive heat or cold;
• after drinking large quantities of water.

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.

How is finger size different from ring size?

By measuring the ring, you get its internal diameter, this is the desired value. When it is necessary to measure a finger, they are guided by the diameter of the middle phalanx. All numbers are displayed in millimeters.

Knowing the required indicator, you can easily select a ring for yourself or another person. Find a suitable home method for yourself or use several methods, then by calculating the average value you will find out the exact diameter.

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.

Table of correspondence between ring diameters and finger sizes in millimeters

The table below will give you an idea of ​​how to determine the appropriate sizes of men's rings in Russia, the USA or other countries based on the results obtained during taking measurements.

As you can see, there are many methods for measuring ring size. They differ in their approaches and means used. Before deciding on a method, it is recommended to determine in advance the country of manufacture of the jewelry, since different calculation scales may be used in different countries. In most cases, measurements using thread, paper or other available tools allow you to obtain reliable data. But the most reliable method involves selecting a ring from an existing man's ring.