3ct Diamond (Emerald, 9.64×7.14mm, White) vs 3ct Cubic Zirconia (Emerald, 8.21×6.08mm, White)
Quick summary: When looked from above (face-up position), 3ct Diamond (9.64×7.14mm, emerald cut) appears 38% larger than 3ct Cubic Zirconia (8.21×6.08mm, emerald 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
3ct Diamond Emerald (9.64×7.14mm, White)
and
3ct Cubic Zirconia Emerald (8.21×6.08mm, 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?
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Face-up Size
All things being equal, Cubic Zirconia will face-up smaller than Diamond for a given
carat weight, because it has higher specific gravity
(5.65 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.
| 3 Ct Diamond (Emerald) | 3 Ct Cubic Zirconia (Emerald) | |
| 9.64×7.14 mm | vs | 8.21×6.08 mm |
| 64.01 mm² | 46.42 mm² |
| 3ct Diamond Emerald (9.64×7.14mm) | |
| 3ct Cubic Zirconia Emerald (8.21×6.08mm) | |
| Difference: 38% (17.59 mm²) |
3ct Diamond (Emerald, 9.64×7.14mm) has approx. 38% more face-up area than 3ct Cubic Zirconia (Emerald, 8.21×6.08mm).
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