How to determine your ring size

What are rings

Rings are one of the oldest known pieces of jewelry. In the form are too mostly round and enclose the finger. They are usually worn on the hand. There are also rings for the toes. For the manufacture of rings can be used a variety of materials, from simple to precious. Thus, there are rings made of plastic, as well as valuable gold.

Rings have always been not only a simple piece of jewelry, but were also considered a store of value or an object of exchange. The ring has also always had many symbolic meanings. Just think of rings for engagement or wedding. Here, the ring stands above all for infinity and permanence.

The measurement tables for ring sizes

There are different measurement tables for ring sizes. In Germany, one usually uses the diameter of the ring or the inner circumference of the ring as a unit of measurement. The information is given here in millimeters. Here you can find a table of common ring measurements:

Size adjustable rings

In our webshop we offer a wide range of different ring rails that can be further customized. These ring rails are mostly adjustable in size. This means that the ring is usually open on the back side. At this opening, the ring can be easily bent apart. Thus, the ring rail is variable in size and fits on almost any finger. This is convenient if you want to wear the ring on different fingers. Even if you want to give a ring as a gift and don't know the exact ring size, you can choose a size adjustable ring.

Find the right ring size

Use professional ring measure

You can also easily determine your own ring size yourself. The easiest way to do this is with a ring gauge. ThisRing measurecan be purchased in our store.
The set consists of a flat plastic measure. In the measure, holes are cut out in the different ring sizes. By plugging them in, you can find the right ring size. The set also includes a ring stick. This is a tapered rod. On the rod are the different ring sizes marked. Now you just have to put a suitable ring on the rod and you can read the ring size.

Measure with a caliper

If you have a well fitting ring at hand you can also measure the inner diameter with aCalipermeasure. You get the diameter measurement in millimeters.

If you need the inner circumference in millimeters of the ring for the Vienna Unification Measure, you have to multiply the diameter by the number 3.142 to get the inner circumference.

With paper and ruler

If you don't have professional measuring tools at hand, you can also determine the ring size with paper and a ruler. For this you need a narrow strip of paper. Wrap it around your finger. Mark when the strip has completely enclosed the finger. Try the same thing again on a knuckle. The ring may need to be slightly larger. Then place the paper on a ruler. This way you have determined the inner diameter of the ring.

Which ring fits me?

The selection of different ring models is almost endless. A self-made ring emphasizes your own style and is unique. Fortunately, there are many different ways to make a ring yourself. We have produced free jewelry instructions for all techniques:

Rings with Swarovski Rivoli and Chatons
For all those who like to sparkle rings with Swarovski stones are ideal. There are two ways to process the Swarovski stones in a ring setting.
Method 1: Gluing
Swarovski stones can be glued with rhinestone glue or jewelry glue in rings with a prefabricated setting for Swarovski stone. It is always important that the setting and stone fit perfectly together. In our article descriptions you will always find a note for which stones the ring settings are suitable.Here you will learn everything you need to know

Method 2: Ring setting in claw ring
This is a bowl with four small metal wings, the claws. The stone is placed in the bowl and the individual claws are bent. This fixes the stone firmly. Detailed instructions can be foundyou here

Rings with cabochons
A big trend are rings with cabochons. All you need for this is ring blanks, cabochons and the right glue. Here is a selection of great cabochons:
Glass cabochonsare transparent cabochons under which you can glue colorful paper motifs. Matching motif sheets of paper we have in all sizes and many great motifs in our store.
Wood cabochonsare produced in different colors and provided with motives by a laser.
Polariscabochons are made in Italy from high quality polyester. There is a huge selection of colors and finishes to suit any ring taste.
Gemstone cabochonsare made of precious stones and are especially suitable for classic rings.

Decorate Rings
These metal rings have an adhesive surface all around. You can thread the rings with small beads or stick them with narrow ribbons.

Rings with flat PVC ribbon or tubular rings
These modern rings can be made from colored PVC tape or tubing. They can be combined with sliding metal beads or with colorful Swarovski stones. Depending on the choice of women, the rings are simple and elegant or colorful and fancy.

Wrap rings made of aluminum wire
An exciting technique is making rings from modeling wire. The wire is bent around a ring stick. You can create different patterns or incorporate small beads.

Your ring: your companion for every day and every occasion
Browse through our ring lookbook and get ideas and inspiration for your next homemade ring. We are sure you will find rings for the office and everyday life, as well as rings for festive occasions and parties.