2ct Chrysoberyl (Princess, 6.77×6.77mm, Light Yellowish Green) vs 2ct Beryl (Princess, 7.53×7.53mm, Orange)
Quick summary: When looked from above (face-up position), 2ct Beryl (7.53×7.53mm, princess cut) appears 24% larger than 2ct Chrysoberyl (6.77×6.77mm, princess cut). See below how they compare side-by-side on a ring and finger.
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2ct Beryl (princess cut) |
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| 6.77×6.77 mm | 7.53×7.53 mm | |
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Actual size is set for screen
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Ring:
Skin tone:
Ring width: 3.0 mm
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64 mm |
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Actual sizes of
2ct Chrysoberyl Princess (6.77×6.77mm, Light Yellowish Green)
and
2ct Beryl Princess (7.53×7.53mm, Orange)
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, Chrysoberyl will face-up smaller than Beryl for a given
carat weight, because it has higher specific gravity
(3.73 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.
| 2 Ct Chrysoberyl (Princess) | 2 Ct Beryl (Princess) | |
| 6.77×6.77 mm | vs | 7.53×7.53 mm |
| 45.83 mm² | 56.7 mm² |
| 2ct Chrysoberyl Princess (6.77×6.77mm) | |
| 2ct Beryl Princess (7.53×7.53mm) | |
| Difference: 24% (10.87 mm²) |
2ct Beryl (Princess, 7.53×7.53mm) has approx. 24% more face-up area than 2ct Chrysoberyl (Princess, 6.77×6.77mm).
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