The application relates to a device (1) for the iterative measurement of the circumference of an object, in particular a limb, comprising: a first longitudinal graduated measuring element (2) having a first longitudinal direction, arranged to be placed alongside said object, in particular alongside said limb and defining a slide, a distal strap (3) and a proximal strap (4) each located in a plane substantially perpendicular to said longitudinal direction, and a slider (5) engaging with said slide, linked to a second longitudinal graduated measuring element, said slider having a hole for the slide to pass through and being positioned between said distal strap and said proximal strap.