Printable Ring Size Chart

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A printable ring size chart can be an essential tool couples need before buying an engagement ring. Without the right size, even the most thoughtful, beautiful ring may be a disappointment, and the magic of the marriage proposal may be lost if the ring can’t be worn.

Print your own ring sizer at home.

Benefits of Printable Ring Sizers

A printable chart of ring sizes can be very useful for couples who don’t know their ring sizes. While most jewelers are happy to help a couple find their sizes, a printable chart allows a couple to discover the right ring size without sales pressure or feelings of economic obligation. If the couple plans to buy an online engagement ring, a printable size chart can be invaluable, particularly if it comes from the same jeweler where the ring will be purchased.

Accuracy is essential when measuring ring sizes, especially if couples are interested in unique diamond ring designs for the engagement ring or wedding bands. Many types of rings cannot be resized because of their intricacy. Ring styles that require especially accurate size measurements include:

Antique engagement rings may also be difficult to resize depending on the age and durability of the style, and couples interested in these types of rings should make good use of ring size charts to determine their size before ordering or buying a ring.

Printable Ring Size Chart Types

There are several types of ring size charts that can be printed and used at home.

  • Finger Rulers: These small strips of paper are marked with the appropriate ring sizes and can be wrapped around the finger to determine the correct size.
  • Circle Comparisons: A graduated chart of sized circles can be compared to an existing ring to determine what size is best. When using this type of ring size chart, be sure to compare the size circle to the ring’s interior diameter for the most accurate measurement. A circle comparison chart is particularly useful when the engagement ring will be a surprise.
  • Linear Measurements: These measuring strips are meant to be compared to the circumference of a ring and the length can then be converted to the appropriate ring size.
  • Conversion Charts: Jewelers in different countries use different ring measurements and will convert sizes differently. A conversion chart can help couples compare a United States ring size to a Canadian ring size, for example.

Finding Printable Charts

Elaborate rings need accurate sizes.

There are many printable ring charts available online. Ideally, the best chart to use is one from the jeweler where the ring will be purchased, but since each ring sizer may have slightly different measurements it is wise to try two or three different charts and compare the results. Online printable charts can be found on the following websites:

Tips for Using a Ring Chart

To be sure the right ring size is found…

  • Measure the finger in the middle of the day and at normal temperature. Extreme heat or cold can change ring sizes as blood vessels contract or dilate, and the same effect can be measured with mood swings, a woman’s menstrual cycle, or after vigorous exercise.
  • Consider knuckle sizes. Individuals with slim fingers but thicker knuckles will want to be sure the ring size can accommodate moving the ring over the knuckle.
  • Use a 100 percent scale when printing the chart. Many printers will automatically resize images before printing, but resizing a ring chart will make its measurements useless.
  • Always round up to a larger size if necessary. Not all jewelers offer half or quarter ring sizes, and if the ring size is questionable between two numbers, it is best to choose the larger size.
  • Try several types of sizers if possible. Since all ring size charts can vary, it is best to try more than one style of chart from more than one merchant. Averaging the sizes can create a more accurate measurement than a single chart.

Alternative Ring Sizing Methods

Ring size charts may not work for everyone, and there are other ways to determine ring size if necessary. Most jewelers are happy to either measure an existing ring or an individual’s finger to determine ring size, and many couples enjoy trying on different styles of rings to determine the best size and ring design for their finger. A piece of string can be used instead of a paper strip for measuring, or the ring could be compared to other objects such as coins or how it fits on someone else’s finger for a general size estimate.

A printable ring size chart can help couples discover their ring sizes quickly and easily so they can move on to choosing the best engagement or wedding rings for their budget, style, and preferences. With the proper tools to find ring size, the most beautiful ring will always be one with a perfect fit.

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