Have you ever wondered how a ring can come in so many sizes? It’s not like a shoe store; a jewelry store doesn’t keep the same ring in 7 different sizes in stock. In some instances, rings can be created in the size you order. For instance, this 1ct diamond eternity band in 14k white gold is a ring that is crafted to an ordered size.

In most cases, however, women’s rings are crafted in a size 7 as this is the most common ring size for women. So what happens if you need a size 6? Or a size 9? As it turns out, resizing a ring is actually a fairly easy process when performed by an expert jeweler.

If you need your ring to be larger, the jeweler will make a cut at the base of the ring – the side opposite the gemstone. This part of the ring is commonly referred to as the “shank” of the ring. At the cut in the shank, the jeweler adds another small piece of gold matching the color and karatage of the ring to increase the circumference to the new size. After the adjustment, the ring is measured with a mandrel to ensure proper sizing. After proper sizing has been verified, the jeweler polishes the entire ring to achieve a uniform shine.

On the other hand, to make a ring smaller, the process is the exact opposite. A jeweler will cut out a section of the shank and mold the remaining ring around the mandrel to the correct size. This process of adding or subtracting gold to resize a ring does not weaken the ring when done properly.

Not every ring can be resized, though. For example, some size 5 rings cannot magically become a size 9. In the rare event that a ring cannot be resized, however, SuperJeweler will contact you with additional options to ensure your satisfaction.

At SuperJeweler, we know that a ring is more than just a piece of jewelry. It is a symbol of love and affection that carries a sentimental value you just can’t put a price on. That’s why our team of expert jewelers at SuperJeweler go to every measure to ensure your ring is just the way you want it… right size and all.