Having a ring adjusted to your correct finger size need not be a traumatic event. Another question we are frequently asked is about whether it is better to add gold to a ring or to stretch it. Each case can be different. For a gem ring, it is usually better to add an extra piece of gold, unless the size is being adjusted upward only slightly. But not many people realise that most mass produced rings are made to a standard finger size, and then cut and soldered to a variety of sizes.
Most jewellers use a set of plain metal finger size rings.
This is the best way to measure your finger size. Cardboard or plastic devices are not sufficiently accurate. We believe that the best way to find your correct size is to start with a size that slides easily onto the finger. Then progressively try smaller sizes until you find one which will not go on. Your correct size will be about half to one full size larger.