1.3ct Sapphire (Round, 6.52×6.52mm, Blue) vs 1.7ct Diamond (Round, 7.76×7.76mm, White)
Quick summary: When looked from above (face-up position), 1.7ct Diamond (7.76×7.76mm, round cut) appears 42% larger than 1.3ct Sapphire (6.52×6.52mm, round cut). See below how they compare side-by-side on a ring and finger.
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| 6.52×6.52 mm | 7.76×7.76 mm | |
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Ring width: 3.0 mm
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Actual sizes of
1.3ct Sapphire Round (6.52×6.52mm, Blue)
and
1.7ct Diamond Round (7.76×7.76mm, 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?
For certified gemstones, high-end gemstone jewelry, and birthstone jewelry, see Blue Nile
Face-up Size
All things being equal, Sapphire will face-up smaller than Diamond for a given
carat weight, because it has higher specific gravity
(4 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.
| 1.3 Ct Sapphire (Round) | 1.7 Ct Diamond (Round) | |
| 6.52×6.52 mm | vs | 7.76×7.76 mm |
| 33.39 mm² | 47.29 mm² |
| 1.3ct Sapphire Round (6.52×6.52mm) | |
| 1.7ct Diamond Round (7.76×7.76mm) | |
| Difference: 42% (13.9 mm²) |
1.7ct Diamond (Round, 7.76×7.76mm) has approx. 42% more face-up area than 1.3ct Sapphire (Round, 6.52×6.52mm).
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