Start with the construction

A plain gold band, a full eternity ring and a tension setting behave differently. Before planning a resize, identify the metal and ask how changing the band could affect any stones. Hallmarks can help, but they are only one part of an assessment.

Think about the amount of change

A small adjustment may be more straightforward than a large one. Band width, thickness, engraving and prior repairs all influence what is sensible. There is no single safe number of sizes that applies to every ring.

Check the fit in person

Finger size can vary through the day. A professional measurement and a discussion of comfort are more useful than guessing from a photograph. Explain if the ring is tight at the knuckle but loose at the base of your finger.

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Ring resizing in London, Ontario

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