30 Carat Ruby (Cushion, 17.2×17.2mm, Red)
Color:
Actual size is set for screen
How big is a 30 carat cushion-cut Ruby?
It depends on the cut parameters and length-to-width ratio, but a typical size of a 30ct square cushion-cut Ruby would be around 17.2×17.2 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 |
102 % |
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Ring diameter:
16.9 mm
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Additional Info
Ruby is a red to pink variety of the mineral Corundum. Its name comes from the Latin word "ruber", which simply means "red". Most Rubies on the market are heat-treated to enhance their color and clarity.
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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Ruby |
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Mineral Group:
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Corundum |
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Shape:
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Cushion |
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Chemical Formula:
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Al2O3 |
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Crystal Structure:
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Hexagonal |
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Hardness:
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9 |
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Specific Gravity
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4 |
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Carat weight:
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30 ct |
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Gram weight:
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6 g (0.2116 ounces) |
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Points:
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3000 pts |
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Length:
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17.2 mm |
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Width:
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17.2 mm |
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Est. face-up size:
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266.26 mm² |
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Volume:
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1500 mm³ |
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Length-to-width ratio:
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1 |
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Refractive Index:
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1.76 - 1.77 |
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Luster:
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Vitreous to adamantine |
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Wearability:
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Excellent |
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Care Instructions:
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No special or unusual care |
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Color:
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Ruby can be found in the following colors:
 
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Birthstone:
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Ruby is a birthstone for the month of July |
Popular comparisons:
- 0.45ct Ruby (Cushion, Red, 4.28 x 4.28) vs. 0.33ct Sapphire (Trillion, Blue, 4.86 x 4.86)
- 3.45ct Ruby (Cushion, Red, 8.45 x 8.45) vs. 1ct Emerald (Cushion, Green, 6.37 x 6.37)
- 3ct Ruby (Cushion, Red, 8.06 x 8.06) vs. 5ct Ruby (Round, Red, 10.22 x 10.22)
- 3ct Ruby (Cushion, Red, 8.06 x 8.06) vs. 5ct Ruby (Cushion, Red, 9.56 x 9.56)
- 3ct Ruby (Cushion, Red, 8.06 x 8.06) vs. 3ct Diamond (Round, White, 9.37 x 9.37)
- 1ct Ruby (Cushion, Red, 5.59 x 5.59) vs. 1ct Emerald (Emerald, Green, 7.28 x 5.39)
- 3ct Ruby (Cushion, Red, 8.06 x 8.06) vs. 2ct Ruby (Round, Red, 7.53 x 7.53)
- 7.54ct Ruby (Cushion, Red, 10.96 x 10.96) vs. 4.04ct Ruby (Emerald, Red, 10.17 x 7.53)