4.5ct Tanzanite (Marquise, 17.38×8.69mm, Blue) vs 5ct Tanzanite (Cushion, 12×8mm, Blue)
Quick summary: When looked from above (face-up position), 4.5ct Tanzanite (17.38×8.69mm, marquise cut) appears 24% larger than 5ct Tanzanite (12×8mm, cushion cut). See below how they compare side-by-side on a ring and finger.
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| 17.38×8.69 mm | 12×8 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
4.5ct Tanzanite Marquise (17.38×8.69mm, Blue)
and
5ct Tanzanite Cushion (12×8mm, 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?
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Face-up Size
The face-up size depends on the shape of the gem, its weight and 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.
| 4.5 Ct Tanzanite (Marquise) | 5 Ct Tanzanite (Cushion) | |
| 17.38×8.69 mm | vs | 12×8 mm |
| 107.23 mm² | 86.4 mm² |
| 4.5ct Tanzanite Marquise (17.38×8.69mm) | |
| 5ct Tanzanite Cushion (12×8mm) | |
| Difference: 24% (20.83 mm²) |
4.5ct Tanzanite (Marquise, 17.38×8.69mm) has approx. 24% more face-up area than 5ct Tanzanite (Cushion, 12×8mm).
Popular comparisons:
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