2ct Emerald (Cabochon, 9.81×6.54mm, Green) vs 2ct Apatite (Cabochon, 9.29×6.19mm, Green)
Quick summary: When looked from above (face-up position), 2ct Emerald (9.81×6.54mm, cabochon cut) appears 12% larger than 2ct Apatite (9.29×6.19mm, cabochon 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:
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Ring width: 3.0 mm
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Actual sizes of
2ct Emerald Cabochon (9.81×6.54mm, Green)
and
2ct Apatite Cabochon (9.29×6.19mm, 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, Apatite will face-up smaller than Emerald for a given
carat weight, because it has higher specific gravity
(3.2 vs. 2.72 - this means it's "heavier" compared to Emerald 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 Emerald (Cabochon) | 2 Ct Apatite (Cabochon) | |
| 9.81×6.54 mm | vs | 9.29×6.19 mm |
| 52.61 mm² | 47.15 mm² |
| 2ct Emerald Cabochon (9.81×6.54mm) | |
| 2ct Apatite Cabochon (9.29×6.19mm) | |
| Difference: 12% (5.46 mm²) |
2ct Emerald (Cabochon, 9.81×6.54mm) has approx. 12% more face-up area than 2ct Apatite (Cabochon, 9.29×6.19mm).
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