Rawdin, Kim Silver Moonstone Ring

$1,100.00

This ring is made by a contemporary Arizona Jeweler, Kim Rawdin. The piece features a beautiful moonstone wrapped in a 22K gold bezel to enrich the warmth of the stone rising above a wide silver band. The band is finished with 999 fine silver to prevent tarnish.

Ring Size: 8 1/4

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Rawdin, Kim

Kim was born and raised in New York and attended New York Institute of Technology, majoring in Fine Arts. Very impressed as a child with images of the amazing rock formations and landscape of Arizona that he found in his school library’s collection of Arizona Highways magazine, he decided to complete his B.A. at Arizona State University. 

    Soon after graduating, an opportunity came up to teach art at  Chinle High School in Chinle. AZ.  Chinle is the home of Canyon De Chelly in the heart of the Navajo Indian reservation. Having been exclusively a painter and having very little experience with silversmithing previously, Kim was introduced to native silversmiths and discovered his strong ability for the craft. In 1984, after eight years on the reservation,  he relocated to Phoenix with his wife and three children, where he built a small jewelry studio. Combining his knowledge of modern art with Native tradition and his love of ancient Chinese poetry, he made his first collection of original works in silver. He approached a gallery in Scottsdale with this work, and it was very well received. He has continued as a professional artist and metalsmith since that time, exhibiting in many galleries across the US. In 2002, he was one of four artists selected to exhibit at the Smithsonian American Art Museum’s Renwick Gallery.  His work is in the permanent collection there as well as The Museum of Arts and Design in NYC, The Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, and the Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art. His work is also in many private collections worldwide.

 

Ring Sizing Guide: How to Measure Your Ring Size Accurately

Ring Sizing Guide – How to Measure Your Ring Size Accurately

Finding the right ring size is essential when purchasing fine, handmade jewelry, especially one-of-a-kind pieces that may not be resizable. Use this simple guide to measure your ring size at home and shop with confidence at Faust Gallery.

How to Measure Your Ring Size at Home

You can determine your ring size in a few easy ways using common items or by measuring a ring you already own.

Option 1: Measure Your Finger with a Strip of Paper or String

What you’ll need: a thin strip of paper, a ruler (millimeters), and a pen.

  1. Wrap the paper around the base of the finger where you’ll wear the ring.
  2. Mark the point where the ends overlap.
  3. Measure the length (in millimeters) with a ruler—this is your finger’s circumference.
  4. Use the chart below to find your U.S. ring size.

Tip: The paper should fit snugly but still be able to slide over your knuckle.

Option 2: Measure a Ring That Fits You

What you’ll need: a ring that fits the intended finger and a millimeter ruler or caliper.

  1. Place the ring on a flat surface.
  2. Measure the inside diameter straight across the center in millimeters.
  3. Compare that number to the chart below.

U.S. Ring Size Conversion Chart

Inside Diameter (mm) Inside Circumference (mm) U.S. Ring Size
14.8 46.5 4
15.7 49.3 5
16.5 51.8 6
17.3 54.4 7
18.1 57.0 8
19.0 59.5 9
19.8 62.1 10
20.6 64.6 11
21.4 67.2 12

✔️ Chart verified against standard U.S. jewelry industry sizing measurements.

Ring Sizing Tips for the Best Fit

  • Measure at the end of the day – your fingers naturally swell and shrink.
  • Avoid measuring cold hands – cold temperatures cause fingers to contract.
  • Wider bands fit more snugly – consider sizing up ¼ to ½ size for rings wider than 6mm.
  • Your dominant hand may be larger – double-check if you’re switching hands.
  •  If you’re in between sizes, it’s safer to go up a half size.

Can Rings Be Resized?

Many of the rings at Faust Gallery are handmade by renowned Native American and contemporary jewelers using inlay, stone settings, or tufa cast techniques. Some of the designs are often not resizable due to their intricate construction. We always recommend measuring accurately before purchasing.

Need Help Finding Your Ring Size?

We’re happy to assist.

  • Email us at sales@faustgallery.com
  •  Visit us in person at our Scottsdale, AZ, or Santa Fe, NM, locations
  •  Request a complimentary plastic ring sizer – we’ll ship one to you

Shop with Confidence

Faust Gallery specializes in museum-quality jewelry where precision and craftsmanship matter. Our goal is to ensure your ring fits perfectly and lasts a lifetime.