3ct Sapphire (Cabochon, 9.87×6.58mm, Blue) vs 2.2ct Sapphire (Emerald, 8.3×6.15mm, Blue)
Quick summary: When looked from above (face-up position), 3ct Sapphire (9.87×6.58mm, cabochon cut) appears 12% larger than 2.2ct Sapphire (8.3×6.15mm, emerald cut). See below how they compare side-by-side on a ring and finger.
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Actual sizes of
3ct Sapphire Cabochon (9.87×6.58mm, Blue)
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2.2ct Sapphire Emerald (8.3×6.15mm, Blue)
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.
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Face-up Size
The face-up size depends on the shape of the gem, its weight and 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.
| 3 Ct Sapphire (Cabochon) | 2.2 Ct Sapphire (Emerald) | |
| 9.87×6.58 mm | vs | 8.3×6.15 mm |
| 53.25 mm² | 47.47 mm² |
| 3ct Sapphire Cabochon (9.87×6.58mm) | |
| 2.2ct Sapphire Emerald (8.3×6.15mm) | |
| Difference: 12% (5.78 mm²) |
3ct Sapphire Cabochon (9.87×6.58mm) has approx. 12% more face-up area than 2.2ct Sapphire Emerald (8.3×6.15mm).
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