20ct Beryl (Cushion, 17.09×17.09mm, Orange) vs 20ct Almandine (Cushion, 14.96×14.96mm, Dark Red)
Quick summary: When looked from above (face-up position), 20ct Beryl (17.09×17.09mm, cushion cut) appears 31% larger than 20ct Almandine (14.96×14.96mm, 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
20ct Beryl Cushion (17.09×17.09mm, Orange)
and
20ct Almandine Cushion (14.96×14.96mm, Dark Red)
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, Almandine will face-up smaller than Beryl for a given
carat weight, because it has higher specific gravity
(4.05 vs. 2.72 - this means it's "heavier" compared to Beryl 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.
| 20 Ct Beryl (Cushion) | 20 Ct Almandine (Cushion) | |
| 17.09×17.09 mm | vs | 14.96×14.96 mm |
| 262.86 mm² | 201.42 mm² |
| 20ct Beryl Cushion (17.09×17.09mm) | |
| 20ct Almandine Cushion (14.96×14.96mm) | |
| Difference: 31% (61.44 mm²) |
20ct Beryl (Cushion, 17.09×17.09mm) has approx. 31% more face-up area than 20ct Almandine (Cushion, 14.96×14.96mm).
Popular comparisons:
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- 3ct Beryl (Cushion, Yellow, 9.19 x 9.19) vs. 3ct Diamond (Cushion, Yellow, 8.4 x 8.4)
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