1.6ct Sapphire (Oval, 8.85×5.9mm, Blue) vs 2.3ct Sapphire (Emerald, 9×6.6mm, Light Violet)
Quick summary: When looked from above (face-up position), 2.3ct Sapphire (9×6.6mm, emerald cut) appears 29% larger than 1.6ct Sapphire (8.85×5.9mm, oval cut). See below how they compare side-by-side on a ring and finger.
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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
1.6ct Sapphire Oval (8.85×5.9mm, Blue)
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2.3ct Sapphire Emerald (9×6.6mm, Light Violet)
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
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 (Oval) | 2.3 Ct Sapphire (Emerald) | |
| 8.85×5.9 mm | vs | 9×6.6 mm |
| 42.82 mm² | 55.24 mm² |
| 1.6ct Sapphire Oval (8.85×5.9mm) | |
| 2.3ct Sapphire Emerald (9×6.6mm) | |
| Difference: 29% (12.42 mm²) |
2.3ct Sapphire (Emerald, 9×6.6mm) has approx. 29% more face-up area than 1.6ct Sapphire (Oval, 8.85×5.9mm).
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