Secure at the Base
The ring should sit comfortably without a large gap or frequent spinning.
Jewelry Guide
A well-fitted ring should slide over the knuckle with gentle resistance and sit securely at the base of the finger without pinching or spinning excessively.
Use the visual measurement guide, interactive calculator and international conversion chart below to estimate your size before ordering.
The Right Fit
The correct size should feel secure without restricting the finger.
The ring should sit comfortably without a large gap or frequent spinning.
It should pass over the knuckle with slight resistance rather than slipping off easily.
The band should not pinch, restrict circulation or leave a deep indentation.
Three Measurement Methods
Use the most accurate method available and repeat home measurements before selecting a size.
MOST ACCURATE
A jeweler can account for your knuckle, finger shape and intended band width.
GOOD HOME METHOD
Choose a round ring that already fits the same finger on the same hand.
APPROXIMATE METHOD
This is only an estimate because placement and tension can change the result.
Interactive Tool
Enter either finger circumference or the inside diameter of a ring that already fits.
This is an estimate. Confirm the final size with a jeweler, especially for wide bands, eternity rings or designs with limited resizing options.
Visual Comparison
This graph shows how inside diameter increases across selected U.S./Canada sizes.
International Conversion
Match the inside diameter or circumference to the nearest size. Small differences between manufacturers and systems can occur.
| U.S. / Canada | U.K. / Australia | Inside Diameter | Inside Circumference |
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Improve Accuracy
Finger size can differ between hands. Measure the exact finger and hand.
Repeat the measurement two or three times and compare the results.
Cold can make fingers smaller; heat and exercise can make them swell.
The ring must pass over the knuckle while remaining secure at the base.
Wide bands and stacked rings usually fit more snugly than thin bands.
General averages cannot determine an individual's accurate ring size.
Planning a Surprise
The safest surprise method is to borrow a ring they wear on the intended ring finger and have a jeweler measure it.
Borrow a round ring that fits the same finger on the same hand.
Ask a trusted friend or family member who may already know the size.
Trace the inside edge of a well-fitting ring and take the tracing to a jeweler.
Confirm that the selected ring design can be resized after the proposal.
Design Considerations
WIDE BANDS
A wide band covers more of the finger and may require a slightly larger size than a thin band.
Bridal sets and stacked bands should be measured together whenever possible.
RESIZING LIMITATIONS
Full-eternity, pavé-heavy, channel-set, engraved, mixed-metal and tension-style rings may have limited resizing options.
Confirm the available resizing range before ordering.
Frequently Asked Questions
Measure carefully, compare the chart and confirm the final size before ordering.