1ct Alexandrite (Emerald, 6.53×4.84mm, Bluish Green) vs 1ct Emerald (Princess, 5.97×5.97mm, Green)
Quick summary: When looked from above (face-up position), 1ct Emerald (5.97×5.97mm, princess cut) appears 21% larger than 1ct Alexandrite (6.53×4.84mm, emerald cut). See below how they compare side-by-side on a ring and finger.
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| 6.53×4.84 mm | 5.97×5.97 mm | |
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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
1ct Alexandrite Emerald (6.53×4.84mm, Bluish Green)
and
1ct Emerald Princess (5.97×5.97mm, Green)
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, Alexandrite will face-up smaller than Emerald for a given
carat weight, because it has higher specific gravity
(3.73 vs. 2.72 - this means it's "heavier" compared to Emerald 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 Ct Alexandrite (Emerald) | 1 Ct Emerald (Princess) | |
| 6.53×4.84 mm | vs | 5.97×5.97 mm |
| 29.39 mm² | 35.64 mm² |
| 1ct Alexandrite Emerald (6.53×4.84mm) | |
| 1ct Emerald Princess (5.97×5.97mm) | |
| Difference: 21% (6.25 mm²) |
1ct Emerald (Princess, 5.97×5.97mm) has approx. 21% more face-up area than 1ct Alexandrite (Emerald, 6.53×4.84mm).
Popular comparisons:
- 1ct Alexandrite (Emerald, Bluish Green, 6.53 x 4.84) vs. 1ct Diamond (Emerald, White, 6.68 x 4.95)
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- 4.2ct Alexandrite (Emerald, Violet, 10 x 8) vs. 5ct Alexandrite (Emerald, Bluish Green, 11 x 9)
- 29ct Alexandrite (Emerald, Bluish Green, 20 x 15) vs. 10ct Alexandrite (Round, Light Bluish Green, 10 x 15)