Is it possible to enlarge a ring

Unfortunately, the negative side of this method is weakening the overall ring structural integrity and possibly distorting its shape. On the other side, this is the only way to resize patterned rings and those made of hard metals, such as tungsten, stainless steel, and titanium.

Stretching is a procedure of resizing a ring without cutting its back part and an uncomplicated way to size it up by half a number.

However, it is quite a limited method because you can use it only when you want to expand a plain band. After stretching the metal, you will get a wider band, but it will be thinner than before. Plus, the ring will likely become warped and partially deform in the end.

In some cases, this is the only way to resize this type of jewelry, especially if it is made of too hard metal. First of all, never try to stretch an engraving ring or the one with stones on your own since the pattern will become misshapen, and gems will probably pop off from their places. If you need to enlarge these models, you should consider asking a professional jeweler to do the job. If you want to stretch a plain band, you can do it on your own.

Use a mandrel to measure the ring size. It is a conical metal rod with marked ring sizes you can order online or find in a local hardware store. Slide your band onto the mandrel and let the ring bottom line up with a corresponding number.

If you purchase a model made of steel, you can also use it to stretch the ring. Alternatively, use a conversion chart to determine your ring size. Then, you will need a strip of paper to measure your finger circumference. Measure the paper length and convert the obtained value to the ring size with a conversion chart you can find on the Net. Keep in mind that you need a conversion chart with a measurement system you are used to. Even though you can determine the ring size with a ring sizer, be prepared that it is almost impossible to get it fit perfectly at any moment.

The reason is changing your fingers during the day, depending on the temperature, amount of taken food and water, and physical activity. Therefore, always measure your finger when you are warm. Once you get the exact measure, it is time for stretching. The procedure requires metal thinning, so the ring will weaken and break down if you stretch it too much. Rathburn ring stretcher is a small and lightweight device that traveling personal jewelers carry around effortlessly.

You can use it for adjusting plain bands from 7 to 10 size. It is a device that features three parts:. However, we strongly advise against this method as it tends to distort the shape of the ring and weaken its overall structural integrity.

The ends are soldered to this new piece of added metal. Then the whole ring is smoothed and polished for a perfect finish. After this part of the band is removed, the two ends are then soldered back together. The jeweler will then clean the ring for a smooth and brilliant finish. Particularly thin bands, eternity bands, or bands set with delicate and inset stones cannot be resized through either aforementioned resizing method.

Unfortunately, I am not of good help here without seeing the piece. The band is made from yellow gold, sorry for not mentioning this. Thank you for all your replies. I have a 14MM wide artcarved ring that is 14K Yellow gold with diamonds aligning each outer side almost looks like 3 bands but the diamonds run along the top to mid finger on both sides of the ring. Do you believe it is possible? It should be possible to downsize the ring. Because of an enlarged knuckle I need to have my wedding ring cut off.

Can it be repaired to wear on another finger? Much of this is dependent on how the ring was sawn off and the original design of the setting. I recently was given a ring from a friend but it is a few sizes too big. The shank is very plain and meets a sort of swirling design in the front followed by an opal in the center of it. How much would it cost to resize? And could they given the metal? The ring is a 9, and needs to be resized down to a 6. I can link a photo if need be. Bring it to your local jeweler and ask for a quote.

Sterling silver is definitely resizable but details like jewelry design may impact the final outcome. Morning, My friend and I would both like to have our engagement rings resized. Can the ring be enlarged while we watch? Depending on ring design and equipment on hand, it may not be possible to get the ring resizing done the same day you bring it in.

I have resized a platinium ring, once size up. The initial weight was 5. Is it normal? I thought that increasing the size would involve either to stretch same weight or to add more metal after cutting the ring.

Ask the jeweler what was done during the upsizing of the ring that caused the reduction in weight of the ring. Thank you for your answer. It is difficult to add back the platinum because the whole shape would be different. It would make sense depending on the design of your ring. About a year ago, I had my wedding ring classic with 5 diamonds across set in platinum on a gold band resized up about a size. There was no discussion of the method of resizing, they just measured me for my proper new size.

I had not been able to wear the ring for some years. I have never ever seen a ring so thin at the back the palm side. However, I assumed that they must know what they were doing as they are so reputable and was delighted to get my ring back and wear it finally, so I did not complain. Here I am a year later and the ring started getting rougher and rougher at the bottom middle, finally upon inspection I saw it was starting to break and now it has actually broken completely at the thinnest part at the back or bottom middle palm side.

I am really disappointed. When I brought my ring to be sized up, I just assumed they would cut and add gold for it to fit me. I never thought they would just stretch it out to the point of being thin enough to break.

This is a reputable local jeweler, although I have been reading complaints online lately. I called and let them know my problem and the owner himself called me back and was a bit annoyed, asking me why I did not complain at the time I picked it up.

I told him I was not a complainer but had been shocked at the thinness of the ring, but assumed they had done a good job because of their reputation — afterall, I know little to nothing about resizing rings except what I just read here — they are the experts I trusted.

I also was happy just to get my ring back wearable. He insists on a personal meeting with me, so I hope to resolve it. I am just sad and disappointed. Carrie, these things do happen from time to time as consumers may not fully understand what happens to a ring during resizing. Look on the bright side; the jeweler wants to talk and I think they are trying to make things right.

So, go to the meeting with an open mind and I think things will work out eventually. I purchased a ring made to order. When we asked for the ring to be remade we were advised they would resize it and have it back in a week — Ignoring our request to have it remade correctly.

The ring has diamonds half way around each side with a setting on top. It has been 6 months, the band has stretched a considerable amount and a diamond fell out of the band. When i took it back to the shop they sent it off to the jeweler who completes the work.

Band is 18 carat white gold with round brilliant diamonds on the band. I am so disappointed they would not remake the ring in the first place and now fear this can happen again. Getting a refund outright from the start if you suspected workmanship issues should have been the right thing. Diamonds can fall out of their bands for all types of reasons and resizing could be one of them. I was told at the local jewelry shop that platinum is hard to resize compare to white gold…pls help- thank you in advance :.

My advice is to plan ahead and buy exactly what you want in the long term. Upgrading from one material to another material is really unnecessary it it complicates things. Your jeweler is feeding you bullshit. Platinum is not hard to resize. Aside from preventing allergic reactions and a denser weight, there are practically no other benefits of paying for a platinum wedding ring. It has a 1. One of the diamonds had fallen out and some of the others were loose.

Now the jeweler wants us to pay to have it resized. We said we would wait a few days to see if it was simply a swollen finger. Should we be suspicious? Would a jeweler use 14kt white gold from a ring for resetting diamonds….

Theoretically speaking, repairing a fallen out diamond should have zero effect on sizing as they are completely separate issues. Examine the setting at the repair area to see if you can see anything out of the norm.

Hi Paul, I recently bought an engagement ring for my girlfriend. I could not get her ring size after trying various tricks here and there without giving it away. I ended up guessing a size 6 but suspect it might be a tad too big. Question: Would resizing down to a I know it may vary, but in your opinion is going from a 6 to 5. For some pave settings, resizing may pose some issue. If you are still in your refund period, get a complete refund and buy a new ring with the same design in the correct size.

After a jeweler measured my finger, we agreed that 3. When the ring arrived, it was a little over 3. The jeweler thought that the ring sat well on my finger even though I thought it was tight.

The 3. I am taking the opportunity to try this new size. My ring sits tight on my finger. It does not rotate on its own but I can rotate it with my other hand when I try to remove it. I feel that it is tight but doable.

I would like to get it resized but I am worried that they may not get the right size again. May be this time it will come back to loose. I am also worried about the integrity of the ring. I am planning to take my ring to another jeweler and get their professional opinion but I would also like to hear what you have to say. It sounds like the size of 3. Is this your first time wearing a ring? If it is, it may take some getting use to.

I had a pure silver ring, hand crafted by an artist, resized in a local jewler. The ring came back definitely lighter than it was. Did they steal my silver? Is that a thing?

It was resized twice. Once for an increase of 0. Each time it was lighter and lighter. Now it weights just like a cheap titanium china skull ring. The best thing to do is to ask what happened during the resizing the ring. If they had to touch up or rebuff the ring to restore its luster, the repolishing process actually removes material from the ring. And just to be clear, silver is not expensive.

No jeweler in the right mind would want to steal a small amount of silver and jeopardize their reputation in doing so. Found this page by googling. I just recently found my class ring and I believe previously I may have taken it to be sized up a tiny bit, but nothing dramatic. Are class rings able to be sized down as well?

Depending on the material it was made with and the design, resizing may be a breeze or result in complications. Your best bet is to bring it to a jeweler and get them to assess it. Hi Paul! I am starting to get the feeling that the ring size I went with may be slightly smaller than her finger size.