26 Carat Zircon (Pear, 23.87×14.38mm, Orange)
Color:
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How big is a 26 carat pear-cut Zircon?
It depends on the cut parameters and length-to-width ratio, but a typical size of a 26ct pear-cut Zircon would be around 23.87×14.38 mm (±6%). The lw ratio of this Zircon is 1.66. See below how big it looks on a ring and finger.
Ring:
Skin tone:
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Ring width:
3.0 mm
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64 mm
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Ring |
Gold |
Skin tone |
Light |
Ring diameter |
16.9 mm |
Ring width |
3.0 mm |
Finger length |
64 mm |
Finger coverage |
86 % |
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Ring diameter:
16.9 mm
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Additional Info
Zircon is a naturally occurring gemstone that comes in a wide range of colors. It probably got its name from the Persian word "zargun", which means "golden colored." Zircon is not to be confused with diamond simulant Cubic Zirconia.
Where to buy?
For certified gemstones, high-end gemstone jewelry, and birthstone jewelry, see Blue Nile
Gem Details
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Name:
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Zircon |
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Shape:
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Pear |
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Chemical Formula:
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ZrSiO4 |
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Crystal Structure:
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Tetragonal |
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Hardness:
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7.5 |
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Specific Gravity
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4.7 |
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Carat weight:
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26 ct |
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Gram weight:
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5.2 g (0.1834 ounces) |
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Points:
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2600 pts |
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Length:
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23.87 mm |
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Width:
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14.38 mm |
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Est. face-up size:
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250.57 mm² |
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Volume:
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1106.38 mm³ |
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Length-to-width ratio:
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1.66 |
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Refractive Index:
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1.930 - 1.987 |
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Luster:
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Adamantine |
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Wearability:
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Very good |
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Care Instructions:
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No special or unusual care |
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Color:
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Zircon can be found in the following colors:
                              
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Birthstone:
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Zircon is a birthstone for the month of December |
Popular comparisons:
- 15ct Zircon (Pear, Bluish Green, 19.47 x 11.73) vs. 1ct Emerald (Emerald, Green, 7.28 x 5.39)
- 0.7ct Zircon (Pear, Orange, 7.01 x 4.22) vs. 1.8ct Aquamarine (Princess, Light Bluish Green, 7.45 x 7.45)
- 3ct Zircon (Pear, Orange, 11.39 x 6.86) vs. 1ct Emerald (Emerald, Green, 7.28 x 5.39)
- 0.15ct Zircon (Pear, Orange, 4.2 x 2.53) vs. 0.05ct Diamond (Round, White, 2.39 x 2.39)
- 13ct Zircon (Pear, Orange, 18.58 x 11.19) vs. 1ct Emerald (Emerald, Green, 7.28 x 5.39)
- 8ct Zircon (Pear, Bluish Green, 15.8 x 9.52) vs. 1ct Emerald (Emerald, Green, 7.28 x 5.39)
- 2ct Zircon (Pear, Bluish Green, 9.96 x 6) vs. 1ct Emerald (Emerald, Green, 7.28 x 5.39)
- 2ct Zircon (Pear, Orange, 9.96 x 6) vs. 0.5ct Emerald (Round, Green, 5.41 x 5.41)