Can this eternity band be made slightly larger?

MaddieMum · May 21, 2015

Hi Everyone,
Can this vintage eternity band be extended from a size 5 full to a 5.5 full? I know sometimes platinum can be shaved from the inside to make it larger and sometimes it can be broken and a small bar inserted to achieve the larger size. Do you think something could be done to this ring? I appreciate all your help.

VRBeauty · May 21, 2015

It doesn't look like there's much if any extra metal there to shave, so I suspect that option is out. You can probably find a jeweler who would take it on, but I suspect that a lot of things could go wrong with a project like this, so be sure to find a jeweler who does good quality work and be prepared for the cost estimate to reflect that. Are you planning to buy this ring new, or are you hoping to size a pre-loved or bargain ring?

motownmama · May 21, 2015

Lovely ring. I had an eternity shaved down. I just needed it a hair larger tho - IDK about getting 1/2 a size - you'd have to ask

NonieMarie · May 21, 2015

I sent my eternity to DK and it was shaved down from a 6.5 to a 7. It depends on how much room there is so you don't get too close to the culets. Mine is platinum and I was worried it might compromise the structure of the ring but it is still as sturdy as before. In fact, the ring was originally a 6 and I had the sizing bar lengthened to get it to 6.5. I did find that the original jeweler that took it to a 6.5 did not pay attention to the prongs so one diamond started spinning and when I took it to another jeweler he had to tighten 4 stones. Now it is like brand new. The prongs don't snag and it is so much more comfortable in the summer.