1ct Sapphire (Princess, 5.37×5.37mm, White) vs 0.7ct Diamond (Princess, 4.86×4.75mm, White)
Quick summary: When looked from above (face-up position), 1ct Sapphire (5.37×5.37mm, princess cut) appears 25% larger than 0.7ct Diamond (4.86×4.75mm, princess cut). See below how they compare side-by-side on a ring and finger.
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| 5.37×5.37 mm | 4.86×4.75 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 Sapphire Princess (5.37×5.37mm, White)
and
0.7ct Diamond Princess (4.86×4.75mm, White)
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 Ct Sapphire (Princess) | 0.7 Ct Diamond (Princess) | |
| 5.37×5.37 mm | vs | 4.86×4.75 mm |
| 28.84 mm² | 23.09 mm² |
| 1ct Sapphire Princess (5.37×5.37mm) | |
| 0.7ct Diamond Princess (4.86×4.75mm) | |
| Difference: 25% (5.75 mm²) |
1ct Sapphire (Princess, 5.37×5.37mm) has approx. 25% more face-up area than 0.7ct Diamond (Princess, 4.86×4.75mm).
Popular comparisons:
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- 1ct Sapphire (Princess, White, 5.37 x 5.37) vs. 0.7ct Diamond (Round, White, 5.77 x 5.77)
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