Does a favourite ring feel too loose or difficult to remove? Before resizing a gold ring, have it inspected and explain exactly where it feels uncomfortable. These four questions can guide your conversation with a jeweller.
1. Can this particular ring be resized?
Ask the jeweller to inspect the design, inner band, joins and any stones or engraving. Avoid assuming that every design can be made smaller or larger. Discuss the options for your ring and whether the work would alter its appearance or details you want to preserve.
2. What final size will be agreed?
Explain which finger you wear the ring on and try the measuring tools available. Say whether the difficulty occurs over the knuckle or once the ring is in place. Ask for the agreed size to be recorded, along with how the fit will be checked at collection.
3. What work and costs are included?
Request a breakdown of the work, estimated cost and completion time before proceeding. Ask whether material will be added or removed, how this will be documented, and whether polishing, engraving or plating is included. Agree that any change to the plan should be discussed with you first.
4. What should you check at collection?
Before handing over the ring, document its condition, design details and receipt information. Try it on when collecting it and compare those details. Check the surface, engraving and areas around stones with the jeweller, and ask what happens if the fit is still uncomfortable.
Before you decide
Decide after the ring has been inspected and the work is clearly described. Confirm service availability directly with your chosen jeweller.
