1.1ct Diamond (Oval, 8.39×5.59mm, White) vs 1.16ct Sapphire (Oval, 7.24×5.6mm, Light Blue)
Quick summary: When looked from above (face-up position), 1.1ct Diamond (8.39×5.59mm, oval cut) appears 16% larger than 1.16ct Sapphire (7.24×5.6mm, oval cut). See below how they compare side-by-side on a ring and finger.
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Actual size is set for screen
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Ring width: 3.0 mm
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Actual sizes of
1.1ct Diamond Oval (8.39×5.59mm, White)
and
1.16ct Sapphire Oval (7.24×5.6mm, Light 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?
For certified gemstones, high-end gemstone jewelry, and birthstone jewelry, see Blue Nile
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.
| 1.1 Ct Diamond (Oval) | 1.16 Ct Sapphire (Oval) | |
| 8.39×5.59 mm | vs | 7.24×5.6 mm |
| 38.46 mm² | 33.25 mm² |
| 1.1ct Diamond Oval (8.39×5.59mm) | |
| 1.16ct Sapphire Oval (7.24×5.6mm) | |
| Difference: 16% (5.21 mm²) |
1.1ct Diamond (Oval, 8.39×5.59mm) has approx. 16% more face-up area than 1.16ct Sapphire (Oval, 7.24×5.6mm).
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