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1.2ct Alexandrite (Cushion, 6×6mm, Bluish Green) vs 1.45ct Alexandrite (Pear, 8×6mm, Bluish Green)


Quick summary: When looked from above (face-up position), 1.45ct Alexandrite (8×6mm, pear cut) appears 8% larger than 1.2ct Alexandrite (6×6mm, cushion cut). See below how they compare side-by-side on a ring and finger.

1.2ct Alexandrite (cushion cut)
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1.45ct Alexandrite (pear cut)
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bluish green
6×6 mm 8×6 mm
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Actual size of 1.2ct Alexandrite (cushion cut, 6×6mm, Bluish Green color)   Actual size of 1.45ct Alexandrite (pear cut, 8×6mm, Bluish Green color)
 
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Bluish Green 1.2ct Alexandrite (cushion cut, 6×6mm) on a left ring and finger
64 mm
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Bluish Green 1.45ct Alexandrite (pear cut, 8×6mm) on a right ring and finger
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Actual sizes of 1.2ct Alexandrite Cushion (6×6mm, Bluish Green) and 1.45ct Alexandrite Pear (8×6mm, Bluish 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.

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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.


1.2 Ct Alexandrite (Cushion) 1.45 Ct Alexandrite (Pear)
6×6 mm vs 8×6 mm
32.4 mm²   35.04 mm²
Face-up size outline for 1.45ct Alexandrite (8×6mm, pear cut)
Face-up size outline for 1.2ct Alexandrite (6×6mm, cushion cut)
1.2ct Alexandrite Cushion (6×6mm)
1.45ct Alexandrite Pear (8×6mm)
Difference: 8% (2.64 mm²)
1.45ct Alexandrite Pear (8×6mm) has approx. 8% more face-up area than 1.2ct Alexandrite Cushion (6×6mm).


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