Ring Sizing
Getting the perfect ring fit matters. At Copeland Jewelers, we’ve been offering expert ring sizing in Austin for over 40 years. Whether it’s an engagement ring, a wedding band, or a family heirloom, we make sure your ring fits your finger comfortably—never too tight, never too loose.
How Ring Sizing Works
Ring sizing isn’t just about measuring your finger once. It involves careful attention to detail and a deep understanding of how rings interact with your hand shape, skin, and daily activity. Factors that affect your ring size include:
- Time of day: Your finger size may change slightly from morning to night.
- Weather: In warmer months, we retain more water, causing fingers to swell. In colder weather, your fingers may shrink slightly.
- Knuckle size: If your knuckle is larger than the base of your finger, your ring needs to slide over the knuckle but still fit snugly once it’s on.
- Ring width: A wide band fits more tightly than a narrow one. We adjust our sizing tools to match the band width of your specific ring.
Our jewelers know that a ring should fit comfortably snug—tight enough so it won’t fall off but loose enough to slide over your knuckle without forcing it.
When to Resize a Ring
It’s not uncommon to need a ring resized once or twice during its life. Your finger size can change due to weight loss, pregnancy, injury, or simply over time. When that happens, we’re here to help.
But it’s important not to resize a ring too often or too dramatically. Each time a ring is resized, especially if gemstones are involved, it puts strain on the ring’s structure. Resizing up too far can warp the shape or loosen stone settings. That’s why our jewelers evaluate every ring before deciding how to proceed. We’ll explain your options and help you make the safest choice for your jewelry.
If your ring includes gemstones, we may need to remove and reset them during the sizing process. For white gold rings, rhodium plating may be added afterward to restore its bright, white finish.
Ring Sizing Prices
Ring sizing starts at $55 for a plain, narrow 14K gold ring (as of 2024). Final pricing depends on several factors:
- Metal type (gold, platinum, white gold, etc.)
- Band width
- Whether you’re sizing up or down
- If stones must be removed and reset
- If rhodium plating is requested
- If laser welding is a better or safer option
Sizing a ring down is typically less expensive than sizing it up. For rings wider than 4mm or those with gemstone settings, bring it in for an estimate. The most accurate pricing comes from seeing the ring in person.
Rhodium or Yellow Gold Plating
Trying to resize a ring for someone without giving it away? Here are a few ideas:
- Borrow a ring they wear on the same finger and bring it in—we’ll measure it for you.
- Trace the inside and outside of their ring on paper.
- Slide their ring onto your own finger and mark where it stops.
- Ask a friend or family member to help. They may be able to sneak a ring out or casually talk about jewelry to get hints.
Even if the guess isn’t perfect, it gives us a solid starting point. A ring can always be adjusted again for a better fit.
Visit Copeland Jewelers
Located in Austin, Copeland Jewelers is your trusted local jewelry store for professional ring sizing. Our in-house jewelers have decades of experience in measuring ring size, adjusting fit, and protecting the integrity of your piece.
Bring your ring in today or call us with questions. We’ll help make sure it fits just right.