1.6ct Sapphire (Cushion, 6.54×6.54mm, Blue) vs 2.3ct Sapphire (Emerald, 8.42×6.24mm, Light Blue)
Quick summary: When looked from above (face-up position), 2.3ct Sapphire (8.42×6.24mm, emerald cut) appears 27% larger than 1.6ct Sapphire (6.54×6.54mm, cushion cut). See below how they compare side-by-side on a ring and finger.
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| 6.54×6.54 mm | 8.42×6.24 mm | |
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Actual size is set for screen
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Ring:
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Ring width: 3.0 mm
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Actual sizes of
1.6ct Sapphire Cushion (6.54×6.54mm, Blue)
and
2.3ct Sapphire Emerald (8.42×6.24mm, Light 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.
| 1.6 Ct Sapphire (Cushion) | 2.3 Ct Sapphire (Emerald) | |
| 6.54×6.54 mm | vs | 8.42×6.24 mm |
| 38.49 mm² | 48.86 mm² |
| 1.6ct Sapphire Cushion (6.54×6.54mm) | |
| 2.3ct Sapphire Emerald (8.42×6.24mm) | |
| Difference: 27% (10.37 mm²) |
2.3ct Sapphire (Emerald, 8.42×6.24mm) has approx. 27% more face-up area than 1.6ct Sapphire (Cushion, 6.54×6.54mm).
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