0.7ct Diamond (Princess, 4.89×4.89mm, White) vs 1.29ct Sapphire (Cushion, 6.09×6.09mm, Blue)
Quick summary: When looked from above (face-up position), 1.29ct Sapphire (6.09×6.09mm, cushion cut) appears 40% larger than 0.7ct Diamond (4.89×4.89mm, princess cut). See below how they compare side-by-side on a ring and finger.
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| 4.89×4.89 mm | 6.09×6.09 mm | |
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Actual size is set for screen
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Ring:
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Ring width: 3.0 mm
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Actual sizes of
0.7ct Diamond Princess (4.89×4.89mm, White)
and
1.29ct Sapphire Cushion (6.09×6.09mm, Blue)
as they would appear on a ring and finger.
Adjust the ring and finger size to get an idea of how these gemstones would look on your finger.
Where to buy?
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Face-up Size
All things being equal, Sapphire will face-up smaller than Diamond for a given
carat weight, because it has higher specific gravity
(4 vs. 3.52 - this means it's "heavier" compared to Diamond of the same size). Face-up size also depends heavily on the proportions of the cut.
Face-up area is a measure of the size of the gem when viewed from above (as set in a ring). It tells you how big the gem is at the girdle plane.
Face-up area is a measure of the size of the gem when viewed from above (as set in a ring). It tells you how big the gem is at the girdle plane.
| 0.7 Ct Diamond (Princess) | 1.29 Ct Sapphire (Cushion) | |
| 4.89×4.89 mm | vs | 6.09×6.09 mm |
| 23.91 mm² | 33.38 mm² |
| 0.7ct Diamond Princess (4.89×4.89mm) | |
| 1.29ct Sapphire Cushion (6.09×6.09mm) | |
| Difference: 40% (9.47 mm²) |
1.29ct Sapphire (Cushion, 6.09×6.09mm) has approx. 40% more face-up area than 0.7ct Diamond (Princess, 4.89×4.89mm).
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