Ring that turns around the finger, what to do?
A ring that turns around the finger is normal. What is less so is when it threatens to fall at all times and in all places. So what should I do when my ring is too big?
Ring too big, meanings
Before talking to you about solutions to your problem, let's have fun interpreting some gestures involving rings and fingers. A person who turns their ring around their finger would mean that they are thinking about an important decision while someone who takes it off and puts it back on would give themselves time to act in a situation. A person who slides their ring up and down their finger is even said to be interested in the person they are with. Placing your ring in front of you would be an egocentric gesture while putting it to your mouth would be seen as withdrawing into yourself.
Ring too big, solutions
No more psycho pop analyses, you need to find a solution to your problem with the ring spinning around your finger. There are several options available to you and let's start with the most obvious.
Shrinking a ring
Go to a jeweler and ask for your ring to be resized by ½, 1 or 2 points. This is the only way to reduce the size of your ring . Precious metals such as silver, gold and platinum can certainly become damaged but they do not change size. It's your finger that changes. Hence the importance of knowing the right size of your finger and not rushing the change. Our daily activities, temperature change, weight loss, time of day and taking certain medications are all factors that can influence our finger size. Please note, this solution can be complex if your ring has a pavé of precious stones. Shrinking a ring can also ruin an interior engraving.
Pair with another ring
Another solution to adjusting a ring that is too large is to wedge it behind a well-fitting ring. We recommend a discreet and simple ring so as not to overshadow your main ring. Carefully arranged, these two rings could create a beautiful effect and add style to your look.
Ring adjuster
The ring adjuster is a small transparent device that attaches to the inside of your ring that rotates and reduces the space between the finger and the ring. Usually made of plastic, the ring adjuster can be found in any good jewelry store but remains a short-term solution. A sudden movement, washing your hand while being a little distracted and oops, there's your ring spinning around your finger again.
Double-sided adhesive tape
This good old method has proven itself. This involves forming a cylinder with the adhesive tape on the sticky side and sliding it between your finger and the ring. Again, this is a temporary option. The humidity created by an object in contact with the skin will quickly destroy your tape. However, a bandage tape can prolong the effectiveness of this tip for a ring that is too large .
A new engagement ring
What if the solution to your ring being too big was found in renewal? You could put your old ring in a safe place, carefully preserving its history, its sentimental value, its engraving, and replace it with a brand new ring adjusted to current tastes. Or, without replacing it, you could transform it. Jewelry transformation is an artistic and physical process that allows you to reuse metals and precious stones to create a new piece of jewelry. The Flamme en rose jewelry store is the reference in Montreal for this type of service which requires time and know-how. If you have any questions on this subject, do not hesitate to ask one of our experienced jewelers for advice .
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