2ct Topaz (Cushion, 7.34×7.34mm, Blue) vs 2ct Tourmaline (Cushion, 7.67×7.67mm, Violet)
Quick summary: When looked from above (face-up position), 2ct Tourmaline (7.67×7.67mm, cushion cut) appears 9% larger than 2ct Topaz (7.34×7.34mm, cushion cut). See below how they compare side-by-side on a ring and finger.
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Ring width: 3.0 mm
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Actual sizes of
2ct Topaz Cushion (7.34×7.34mm, Blue)
and
2ct Tourmaline Cushion (7.67×7.67mm, Violet)
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, Topaz will face-up smaller than Tourmaline for a given
carat weight, because it has higher specific gravity
(3.53 vs. 3.06 - this means it's "heavier" compared to Tourmaline 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 Topaz (Cushion) | 2 Ct Tourmaline (Cushion) | |
| 7.34×7.34 mm | vs | 7.67×7.67 mm |
| 48.49 mm² | 52.95 mm² |
| 2ct Topaz Cushion (7.34×7.34mm) | |
| 2ct Tourmaline Cushion (7.67×7.67mm) | |
| Difference: 9% (4.46 mm²) |
2ct Tourmaline (Cushion, 7.67×7.67mm) has approx. 9% more face-up area than 2ct Topaz (Cushion, 7.34×7.34mm).
Popular comparisons:
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