2ct Diamond (Princess, 6.94×6.94mm, White) vs 1.86ct Sapphire (Cushion, 8.11×5.99mm, Dark Bluish Green)
Quick summary: When looked from above (face-up position), 2ct Diamond (6.94×6.94mm, princess cut) appears 10% larger than 1.86ct Sapphire (8.11×5.99mm, cushion cut). See below how they compare side-by-side on a ring and finger.
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| 6.94×6.94 mm | 8.11×5.99 mm | |
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Ring width: 3.0 mm
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Actual sizes of
2ct Diamond Princess (6.94×6.94mm, White)
and
1.86ct Sapphire Cushion (8.11×5.99mm, Dark Bluish Green)
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 Ct Diamond (Princess) | 1.86 Ct Sapphire (Cushion) | |
| 6.94×6.94 mm | vs | 8.11×5.99 mm |
| 48.16 mm² | 43.72 mm² |
| 2ct Diamond Princess (6.94×6.94mm) | |
| 1.86ct Sapphire Cushion (8.11×5.99mm) | |
| Difference: 10% (4.44 mm²) |
2ct Diamond (Princess, 6.94×6.94mm) has approx. 10% more face-up area than 1.86ct Sapphire (Cushion, 8.11×5.99mm).
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