1ct Tanzanite (Emerald, 6.8×5.04mm, Blue) vs 1ct Morganite (Marquise, 11.26×5.63mm, Light Purple)
Quick summary: When looked from above (face-up position), 1ct Morganite (11.26×5.63mm, marquise cut) appears 41% larger than 1ct Tanzanite (6.8×5.04mm, emerald cut). See below how they compare side-by-side on a ring and finger.
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| 6.8×5.04 mm | 11.26×5.63 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
1ct Tanzanite Emerald (6.8×5.04mm, Blue)
and
1ct Morganite Marquise (11.26×5.63mm, Light Purple)
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, Tanzanite will face-up smaller than Morganite for a given
carat weight, because it has higher specific gravity
(3.35 vs. 2.8 - this means it's "heavier" compared to Morganite 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 Tanzanite (Emerald) | 1 Ct Morganite (Marquise) | |
| 6.8×5.04 mm | vs | 11.26×5.63 mm |
| 31.87 mm² | 45.01 mm² |
| 1ct Tanzanite Emerald (6.8×5.04mm) | |
| 1ct Morganite Marquise (11.26×5.63mm) | |
| Difference: 41% (13.14 mm²) |
1ct Morganite (Marquise, 11.26×5.63mm) has approx. 41% more face-up area than 1ct Tanzanite (Emerald, 6.8×5.04mm).
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