33ct Topaz (Princess, 17.57×17.57mm, Blue) vs 33ct Quartz (Princess, 19.33×19.33mm, Brown)
Quick summary: When looked from above (face-up position), 33ct Quartz (19.33×19.33mm, princess cut) appears 21% larger than 33ct Topaz (17.57×17.57mm, princess 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
33ct Topaz Princess (17.57×17.57mm, Blue)
and
33ct Quartz Princess (19.33×19.33mm, Brown)
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 Quartz for a given
carat weight, because it has higher specific gravity
(3.53 vs. 2.65 - this means it's "heavier" compared to Quartz 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.
| 33 Ct Topaz (Princess) | 33 Ct Quartz (Princess) | |
| 17.57×17.57 mm | vs | 19.33×19.33 mm |
| 308.7 mm² | 373.65 mm² |
| 33ct Topaz Princess (17.57×17.57mm) | |
| 33ct Quartz Princess (19.33×19.33mm) | |
| Difference: 21% (64.95 mm²) |
33ct Quartz (Princess, 19.33×19.33mm) has approx. 21% more face-up area than 33ct Topaz (Princess, 17.57×17.57mm).
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