2.4ct Sapphire (Cushion, 7.49×7.49mm, Blue) vs 2ct Diamond (Cushion, 7.34×7.34mm, White)
Quick summary: When looked from above (face-up position), 2.4ct Sapphire (7.49×7.49mm, cushion cut) appears 4% larger than 2ct Diamond (7.34×7.34mm, cushion 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
2.4ct Sapphire Cushion (7.49×7.49mm, Blue)
and
2ct Diamond Cushion (7.34×7.34mm, 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?
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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.
| 2.4 Ct Sapphire (Cushion) | 2 Ct Diamond (Cushion) | |
| 7.49×7.49 mm | vs | 7.34×7.34 mm |
| 50.49 mm² | 48.49 mm² |
| 2.4ct Sapphire Cushion (7.49×7.49mm) | |
| 2ct Diamond Cushion (7.34×7.34mm) | |
| Difference: 4% (2 mm²) |
2.4ct Sapphire (Cushion, 7.49×7.49mm) has approx. 4% more face-up area than 2ct Diamond (Cushion, 7.34×7.34mm).
Popular comparisons:
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