15 Carat Andesine (Cushion, 15.62×15.62mm, Orange)
Color:
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How big is a 15 carat cushion-cut Andesine?
It depends on the cut parameters and length-to-width ratio, but a typical size of a 15ct square cushion-cut Andesine would be around 15.62×15.62 mm (±6%). Check how big it looks on a ring and finger.
Ring:
Skin tone:
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Ring width:
3.0 mm
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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 |
93 % |
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Ring diameter:
16.9 mm
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Additional Info
Andesine became very popular in the early 2000s when a wave of vividly colored red and orange stones entered the market. It was originally found in the Andes Mountains of South America, hence the name. It is typically reddish and orange in color.
Where to buy?
For certified gemstones, high-end gemstone jewelry, and birthstone jewelry, see Blue Nile
Gem Details
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Name:
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Andesine |
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Mineral Group:
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Plagioclase feldspar |
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Shape:
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Cushion |
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Chemical Formula:
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(Ca,Na)(Al,Si)4O8 |
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Crystal Structure:
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Triclinic |
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Hardness:
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6 - 6.5 |
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Specific Gravity
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2.67 |
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Carat weight:
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15 ct |
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Gram weight:
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3 g (0.1058 ounces) |
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Points:
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1500 pts |
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Length:
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15.62 mm |
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Width:
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15.62 mm |
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Est. face-up size:
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219.59 mm² |
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Volume:
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1123.6 mm³ |
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Length-to-width ratio:
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1 |
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Refractive Index:
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1.560 - 1.568 |
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Luster:
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Vitreous |
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Wearability:
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Good |
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Care Instructions:
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Avoid extreme heat or ultrasonic cleaners |
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Color:
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Andesine can be found in the following colors:
        
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Birthstone:
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Andesine is not an official birthstone of any month |
Popular comparisons:
- 1ct Andesine (Cushion, Light Orange, 6.4 x 6.4) vs. 1ct Citrine (Emerald, Light Orange, 7.33 x 5.43)
- 1ct Andesine (Cushion, Light Orange, 6.4 x 6.4) vs. 1ct Citrine (Emerald, Light Orange, 8 x 6)
- 2ct Andesine (Cushion, Light Orange, 8.06 x 8.06) vs. 1.8ct Sapphire (Emerald, Blue, 7.76 x 5.75)
- 2ct Andesine (Cushion, Orangey Red, 8.06 x 8.06) vs. 1.8ct Sapphire (Emerald, Blue, 7.76 x 5.75)
- 1ct Andesine (Cushion, Light Orange, 6.4 x 6.4) vs. 1.8ct Citrine (Emerald, Light Orange, 8.91 x 6.6)
- 1ct Andesine (Cushion, Light Orange, 6.4 x 6.4) vs. 1.5ct Citrine (Emerald, Light Orange, 8.38 x 6.21)
- 1ct Andesine (Cushion, Light Orange, 6.4 x 6.4) vs. 1.8ct Aquamarine (Emerald, Light Blue, 8.86 x 6.56)
- 1ct Andesine (Cushion, Light Orange, 6.4 x 6.4) vs. 1.8ct Peridot (Emerald, Yellowish Green, 8.24 x 6.1)