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1.25 Carat Sapphire (Round, 6.44mm, Blue)

Color:
blue
actual size
1.25ct Sapphire displayed at actual size of 6.44×6.44mm, (Round cut, Blue
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How big is a 1.25 carat round-cut Sapphire?

It depends on the cut proportions, but typically a 1.25ct round-cut Sapphire would measure around 6.44 mm (±4%) in diameter. You can check the finger coverage in the simulator below. 
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Skin tone:
Ring width: 3.0 mm
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Blue 1.25ct Sapphire (round cut) shown in real-world size of 6.44×6.44mm on a ring and finger
64 mm
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Ring
Gold
Skin tone
Light
Ring diameter
16.9 mm
Ring width
3.0 mm
Finger length
64 mm
Finger coverage
39 %
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Ring diameter: 16.9 mm
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Additional Info

Sapphire got its name from the Greek word "sappheiros", which means "blue stone". Today, most people still associate Sapphires with the color blue, however, any gemstone quality Corundum that is not red (Ruby) is actually called Sapphire.

Where to buy?
For certified gemstones, high-end gemstone jewelry, and birthstone jewelry, see Blue Nile

Gem Details

Name:
Sapphire
Mineral Group:
Corundum
Shape:
Round
Chemical Formula:
Al2O3
Crystal Structure:
Hexagonal
Hardness:
9
Specific Gravity
4
Carat weight:
1.25 ct
Gram weight:
0.25 g (0.0088 ounces)
Points:
125 pts
Length:
6.44 mm
Width:
6.44 mm
Average diameter:
6.44 mm
Est. face-up size:
32.57 mm²
Volume:
62.5 mm³
Length-to-width ratio:
1
Refractive Index:
1.76 - 1.77
Luster:
Vitreous to adamantine
Wearability:
Excellent
Care Instructions:
No special or unusual care
Color:
Sapphire can be found in the following colors:
Color WhiteColor Light OrangeColor OrangeColor Light BrownColor BrownColor Dark BrownColor Light YellowColor YellowColor Light Yellowish GreenColor Yellowish GreenColor Dark Yellowish GreenColor Light Green Color GreenColor Dark GreenColor Light Bluish GreenColor Bluish GreenColor Dark Bluish GreenColor Light BlueColor BlueColor Dark BlueColor Light VioletColor VioletColor Dark VioletColor Light PurpleColor PurpleColor Dark PurpleColor Light GrayColor GrayColor Black
Birthstone:
Sapphire is a birthstone for the month of September

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