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Ring Size Guide
Finding the perfect ring size is an important part of choosing jewellery that you will treasure for years to come. A ring should feel comfortable, secure and effortless to wear, which is why we always recommend having your finger professionally measured by our experienced team at Nettletons Jewellers in Clitheroe.
Using professional ring sizing equipment, we can accurately determine your size and take into account factors such as the shape of your finger, knuckle size and the style of ring you are choosing. This is especially important when selecting engagement rings, wedding rings and wider band designs, where the fit can feel different from a traditional ring.
If you are unable to visit us in-store, our guide below provides a helpful starting point.
Measuring Your Finger
You must always give consideration when you are ordering a ring to the actual width of the ring itself. Some narrower rings use a 4mm gauge, but other rings measure up to 5 – 6mm. For example if your normal finger size is K then a 4-5mm ring would be size K, but a 6 – 7 mm ring may need a size K ½ and a 7mm – 10mm size may even go up to L. On the other hand, D section rings are actually rounded on the inside circumference, and so you may need to order s half-size smaller to ensure a good, comfortable fit.
These measurements are a guide only – everyone has a different knuckle size and preference for how loose or tight they wear their rings. For more information or a free ring sizing appointment contact us today.
Helpful Ring Sizing Tips
Finding the correct ring size is essential for comfort and everyday wear. When measuring your finger, keep the following advice in mind:
– Measure your finger when your hands are warm, as fingers can become slightly smaller when cold.
– The best time to measure your ring size is usually at the end of the day when your fingers are at their largest.
– Take your measurement more than once to ensure the most accurate result.
– Remember that fingers can naturally change size throughout the day due to temperature, activity and other factors.
– Wider ring designs often require a slightly larger size than narrower styles.
– If you are between sizes, it is often best to choose the slightly larger option for comfort.
A correctly fitted ring should slide comfortably over your knuckle with gentle resistance and sit securely without feeling tight.
Measuring Ring Size at Home
If you are unable to visit our Clitheroe jewellery shop, you can use the following method as a guide to estimate your ring size.
– Wrap a piece of string around the base of the finger where the ring will be worn.
– Make sure it feels comfortable and is not too tight.
– Mark where the ends meet.
– Measure the length in millimetres.
– Compare your measurement with our ring size chart below.
Please remember that home measurements are only a guide. The most accurate way to determine your ring size is to visit our team in-store, where we can professionally measure your finger.
Ring Size Conversion Chart
‘Wheatsheaf’ is the most commonly known gauge used for measuring finger size in the United Kingdom. Some rings are also produced using European millimetre dimensions, while the USA and Canada use different measurement systems.
A specialist ring sizing stick can be used to measure rings across these different specifications.
The chart below provides a guide to common ring size conversions. As measurements do not always crossover precisely, we recommend visiting our Clitheroe jewellery shop to ensure the most accurate fit before purchasing engagement rings, wedding rings or other special jewellery.
Ring Size Chart
| Europe Inner ring (mm) Circumference |
US Ring Sizes | UK Ring Sizes |
|---|---|---|
| 41.6 | 2 | D |
| 42.3 | 2 1/4 | D 1/2 |
| 42.9 | 2 1/2 | E |
| 43.5 | 2 3/4 | E 1/2 |
| 44.2 | 3 | F |
| 44.8 | 3 1/4 | F 1/2 |
| 45.5 | 3 1/2 | G |
| 46.1 | 3 3/4 | G 1/2 |
| 46.7 | 4 | H |
| 47.4 | 4 1/4 | H 1/2 |
| 48 | 4 1/2 | I 1/2 |
| 48.7 | 4 3/4 | J |
| 49.3 | 5 | J 1/2 |
| 49.9 | 5 1/4 | K |
| 50.6 | 5 1/2 | K 1/2 |
| 51.2 | 5 3/4 | L |
| 51.8 | 6 | L 1/2 |
| 52.5 | 6 1/4 | M |
| 53.1 | 6 1/2 | M 1/2 |
| 53.8 | 6 3/4 | N |
| 54.4 | 7 | N 1/2 |
| 55 | 7 1/4 | O |
| 55.7 | 7 1/2 | O 1/2 |
| 56.3 | 7 3/4 | P |
| 56.9 | 8 | P 1/2 |
| 57.6 | 8 1/4 | Q |
| 58.2 | 8 1/2 | Q 1/2 |
| 58.9 | 8 3/4 | R |
| 59.5 | 9 | R 1/2 |
| 60.1 | 9 1/4 | S |
| 60.8 | 9 1/2 | S 1/2 |
| 61.4 | 9 3/4 | T |
| 62.1 | 10 | T 1/2 |
| 62.7 | 10 1/4 | U |
| 63.3 | 10 1/2 | U 1/2 |
| 64 | 10 3/4 | V |
| 64.6 | 11 | V 1/2 |
| 65.2 | 11 1/4 | W |
| 65.9 | 11 1/2 | W 1/2 |
| 66.5 | 11 3/4 | X |
| 67.2 | 12 | X 1/2 |
| 67.8 | 12 1/4 | Y |
| 68.4 | 12 1/2 | Y 1/2 |
| 69.1 | 12 3/4 | Z |
| 69.7 | 13 | Z 1/2 |
| 70.3 | 13 1/4 | Z1 |
| 71 | 13 1/2 | Z1 1/2 |
| 71.6 | 13 3/4 | Z2 |
| 72.3 | 14 | Z2 1/2 |
| 72.9 | 14 1/4 | Z3 |
| 73.5 | 14 1/2 | Z3 1/2 |
| 74.2 | 14 3/4 | Z4 |