3ct Alexandrite (Round, 8.85×8.85mm, Bluish Green) vs 2ct Emerald (Round, 8.59×8.59mm, Green)
Quick summary: When looked from above (face-up position), 3ct Alexandrite (8.85×8.85mm, round cut) appears 6% larger than 2ct Emerald (8.59×8.59mm, round cut). See below how they compare side-by-side on a ring and finger.
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| 8.85×8.85 mm | 8.59×8.59 mm | |
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Actual size is set for screen
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Ring width: 3.0 mm
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Actual sizes of
3ct Alexandrite Round (8.85×8.85mm, Bluish Green)
and
2ct Emerald Round (8.59×8.59mm, 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?
For certified gemstones, high-end gemstone jewelry, and birthstone jewelry, see Blue Nile
Face-up Size
All things being equal, Alexandrite will face-up smaller than Emerald for a given
carat weight, because it has higher specific gravity
(3.73 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.
| 3 Ct Alexandrite (Round) | 2 Ct Emerald (Round) | |
| 8.85×8.85 mm | vs | 8.59×8.59 mm |
| 61.51 mm² | 57.95 mm² |
| 3ct Alexandrite Round (8.85×8.85mm) | |
| 2ct Emerald Round (8.59×8.59mm) | |
| Difference: 6% (3.56 mm²) |
3ct Alexandrite (Round, 8.85×8.85mm) has approx. 6% more face-up area than 2ct Emerald (Round, 8.59×8.59mm).
Popular comparisons:
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