5ct Diamond (Oval, 13.88×9.25mm, White) vs 5ct Emerald (Emerald, 12.45×9.22mm, Green)
Quick summary: When looked from above (face-up position), 5ct Emerald (12.45×9.22mm, emerald cut) appears 1% larger than 5ct Diamond (13.88×9.25mm, oval cut). See below how they compare side-by-side on a ring and finger.
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| 13.88×9.25 mm | 12.45×9.22 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
5ct Diamond Oval (13.88×9.25mm, White)
and
5ct Emerald Emerald (12.45×9.22mm, 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, Diamond will face-up smaller than Emerald for a given
carat weight, because it has higher specific gravity
(3.52 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.
| 5 Ct Diamond (Oval) | 5 Ct Emerald (Emerald) | |
| 13.88×9.25 mm | vs | 12.45×9.22 mm |
| 105.28 mm² | 106.75 mm² |
| 5ct Diamond Oval (13.88×9.25mm) | |
| 5ct Emerald Emerald (12.45×9.22mm) | |
| Difference: 1% (1.47 mm²) |
5ct Emerald (Emerald, 12.45×9.22mm) has approx. 1% more face-up area than 5ct Diamond (Oval, 13.88×9.25mm).
Popular comparisons:
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