6ct Topaz (Emerald, 12.1×8.96mm, Blue) vs 6ct Beryl (Emerald, 13.19×9.77mm, Orange)
Quick summary: When looked from above (face-up position), 6ct Beryl (13.19×9.77mm, emerald cut) appears 19% larger than 6ct Topaz (12.1×8.96mm, emerald 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
6ct Topaz Emerald (12.1×8.96mm, Blue)
and
6ct Beryl Emerald (13.19×9.77mm, Orange)
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 Beryl for a given
carat weight, because it has higher specific gravity
(3.53 vs. 2.72 - this means it's "heavier" compared to Beryl 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.
| 6 Ct Topaz (Emerald) | 6 Ct Beryl (Emerald) | |
| 12.1×8.96 mm | vs | 13.19×9.77 mm |
| 100.83 mm² | 119.85 mm² |
| 6ct Topaz Emerald (12.1×8.96mm) | |
| 6ct Beryl Emerald (13.19×9.77mm) | |
| Difference: 19% (19.02 mm²) |
6ct Beryl (Emerald, 13.19×9.77mm) has approx. 19% more face-up area than 6ct Topaz (Emerald, 12.1×8.96mm).
Popular comparisons:
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