How do I measure ring size at home?

Question

Tried searching but answers are all over the place. Would appreciate any links to reputable sellers.

Samantha Taylor · Accepted Answer

I talked to my jeweler about this last month.

What I Noticed

The sparkle is actually more brilliant than a diamond in my opinion, especially under indoor lighting. Up close, nobody has ever guessed it was not a natural stone.

Cost

I paid $100 including the setting. A comparable natural diamond would have been at least five times that. The price difference is the main reason most people go this route.

Durability

It is still going strong after two years. I clean it once a month with warm soapy water and a soft brush. No scratches, no cloudiness.

Who This Is For

Great if you want maximum sparkle on a budget
Great if you do not care about resale value
Skip it if you want something that holds investment value

Hannah Phillips · Answer

Here is what I have found after researching for weeks.

Price Breakdown

Option	Typical Cost
Lab created	$300
Natural stone	5-10x more
Plated alternative	$20-$50 but will tarnish

Recommendation

If you are on the fence, go with the middle option. The plated stuff looks fine for a month then turns skin green. The natural stone is beautiful but the markup is brutal.