What to do when your ring doesn’t fit? | Atlanta Diamond Design (2024)

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What to do when your ring doesn’t fit? | Atlanta Diamond Design? ›

A ring with a pattern that goes all the way around the shank usually cannot be resized because the sizing process will remove or damage the pattern in the area where the work is performed. The ring can be sized if you do not mind a smooth/no pattern area on the back of the shank.

A ring with a pattern that goes all the way around the shank usually cannot be resized because the sizing process will remove or damage the pattern in the area where the work is performed. The ring can be sized if you do not mind a smooth/no pattern area on the back of the shank.

Typically, a ring can be resized by up to two sizes. You'll take it in to the jeweler, they'll measure your finger and probably ask some questions (how the ring currently fits, what you find comfortable, etc.), and you can decide together on the perfect size.

You can make alterations to the setting of the ring to make it look more modern. Change the cut of the stone: when you don't like the shape of the stone on your wedding ring, you can have it cut or replaced with a new stone of your liking.

Answer: Most cathedral settings can help make the center stone look bigger. The arches of a cathedral mounting can help to highlight the diamond by raising it closer to the viewer's eyes. A sleek looking cathedral ring mounting that props up the center stone.

You can make the decision to modify your engagement at any time, but you will want to ask the permission of your partner first. It is your mutual decision and mutual property, because this ring symbolizes your feelings, love and commitment.

A simple resize costs from $20 to $60, depending on the type of metal and region of the country. For a more complex resizing, the cost ranges from $50 to $150. Regardless of the design, making a ring larger will always cost more.

Ultimately, there is no definitive answer to this question, as it depends on personal preferences and the ring type. However, a good rule of thumb is that a ring should be tight enough that it doesn't easily fall off but loose enough that you can still comfortably move your finger.

Jewelers typically will not resize rings that are made out of titanium, tungsten carbide, or stainless steel. Titanium and stainless steel are difficult metals for jewelers to work with, so they will often avoid resizing rings made out of titanium or stainless steel. Tungsten is too hard and therefore can't be resized.

It is important to remember that the ring is essentially cut and soldered back to change its size. This usually leaves that particular soldered spot on the ring shank weaker than before. So excess pressure may lead to breakage. Even a resizing job that's well done may minimize the risk of breakage but not eliminate it.

What is the average cost to redesign a ring? ›

The average cost of redesigning an engagement ring is $2,500. This price includes the cost of a new center stone, resetting the side stones, and adding or removing metal from the band. The total cost will vary depending on the materials used and the complexity of the design.

Depending on what you have and what your new vision is, it could cost anywhere from $500 – $2000 or more. If you have expensive taste and would like to add more diamonds or other coloured gemstones to the piece, this would be an extra cost on top of the piece.

However, if you are ordering a new setting from an online jeweler and bringing it to a store to have it reset, this can cost anywhere between $80 to $250, depending on the jeweler and size of your stone.

Diamond quality can matter more than size.

If you are on a tight budget, it's better to go for quality than size. If you truly want a bigger diamond, you can choose a diamond with a smaller carat flanked by smaller diamonds. Choosing rings with halo settings can also make your diamond look bigger than it actually is.

The popularity of your diamond's shape on the market will have the largest effect on your diamond's value. For example, because round diamonds are the most popular and desired diamond shape, a round diamond will fetch a higher price on the secondhand market than, say, a marquise diamond with the exact same attributes.

Round Cut Diamonds Sparkle The Most

The standard round cut diamond comprises 57 facets (58 including one on the bezel). This cut heightens the diamond's sparkle and shine. Because round diamonds have the largest number of facets, they create the most sparkle.

Jewelers typically will not resize rings that are made out of titanium, tungsten carbide, or stainless steel. Titanium and stainless steel are difficult metals for jewelers to work with, so they will often avoid resizing rings made out of titanium or stainless steel. Tungsten is too hard and therefore can't be resized.

Sometimes the size of a ring isn't adjustable. Rings made from some materials, such as tungsten, titanium and rose gold cannot easily be resized. In other cases, the ring design may be very complex and difficult to resize. If you find yourself in this situation, you can add a small ring under the existing ring.

Rings that cannot be resized

Stainless steel is too strong to be successfully resized by hand. It requires a special tool that jewelers do not have readily onsite. Other nontraditional materials like wood, rose gold or ceramic cannot be resized because they cannot be soldered back together.

Tungsten and Titanium are hard metals, which yes, means they cannot be resized, but the benefit to being a hard metal is that they are much less likely to scratch, bend or break when compared to other common metals, gold and platinum.