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• Fact: Thumb rings are growing in popularity. They are hot, attractive, fashionable, and even sexy!
• Fact: At Rings-4-U, we have sold thumb rings to many happy customers. They simply love them!
• Fact: Julia Roberts is frequently credited with starting the thumb ring craze. Her movie, Dying Young, is one of the first starring someone wearing a thumb ring. Click the link to view the Dying Young trailer.
• Fact: A number of celebrities enjoy wearing thumb rings too! Click here to see a few pictures.

Sizing Your Thumb Ring
Wearing a ring on your thumb is different than wearing a ring on any other finger. This is because the thumb's shape is much different than the other fingers.

First, the thumb has one less joint than the other fingers. In addition, the knuckle is shaped differently.

Take a look at your middle finger, and compare its knuckle to your thumb's. Even though many people have the same ring size for the middle finger as they do for the thumb, you can see that the shape of the knuckle is different. The thumb's joint is bigger. Getting a ring to fit over the thumb's joint without it being so loose that it later falls off is the trick.

Also, the thumb is the strongest finger on the hand. This is because it is needed to grip things. The extra muscle mass forces one to choose a ring that is not so tight that it constricts the movement of the thumb. For this reason, many people choose a thinner thumb ring for their first. With a thinner thumb ring, it is less likely to "get in the way" when a task requiring a grip is needed.

Many people have the same ring size for the middle, index, and thumb. If you already wear a ring on your middle or index finger, you can try moving that ring to your thumb. This will give you an idea whether it is too tight and needs to be sized up a bit. It also gives you a chance to try wearing a ring on your thumb.

If you don't already wear a ring on your middle or index finger, the next best bet is to have your thumb sized. A jeweler can help you determine the best size. You can also do it yourself if you like. One alternative is to purchase a ring sizing tool. These are available in plastic or metal. Plastic is less expensive but has the disadvantage that it has some bend that won't occur when wearing an actual ring. As a result, it is possible you would buy a ring that is a bit too small.

If you need a supplier of ring sizers, here's one who sells

Sterling Silver Rope Thumb Ring This ring makes a perfect first thumb ring. For many people, it takes a bit of time to become accustomed to wearing something on one's thumb. This thumb ring is narrow, so it is easy to put on and take off your thumb. It is comfortable to wear and looks pretty as well.	Sterling Silver Narrow Band Thumb Ring This is the classic look for a thumb ring and is great for someone's first. If you are wanting to try a thumb ring but are concerned about what other's will think, this is a conservative choice. Wearing any thumb ring is a bold fashion statement in itself, so having a conservative looking ring for your thumb lessens the intensity of the transition.
Wide Sterling Silver Thumb Ring If you want something basic but still want to be noticed, this is a great choice for a thumb ring. It's a simple, wide band of silver. As you can see in the picture, the ring is somewhat domed, so it really stands out.	Marquise Abalone Sterling Silver Thumb Ring This is a cool thumb ring if you want to try something with a gemstone. Abalone is really hot now. The ring has a lot of detail on either side of the colorful abalone, which makes your thumb look really pretty. Gripping is easier with the narrow band. This is a really inexpensive choice to give thumb rings a try - you just may get hooked!