5.5 Carat Hiddenite (Princess, 10.01×10.01mm, Light Green )
Color:
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How big is a 5.5 carat princess-cut Hiddenite?
It depends on the cut parameters, but a typical size of a 5.5ct princess-cut Hiddenite would be around 10.01×10.01 mm (±6%). You can check how big it looks on a ring and finger below.
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 |
60 % |
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Ring diameter:
16.9 mm
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Additional Info
Hiddenite is a yellowish-green or emerald-green variety of the Spodumene mineral family. It was named after its discoverer William Earl Hidden (1853–1918). Most valued gems are those of rich green 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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Hiddenite |
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Mineral Group:
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Spodumene |
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Shape:
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Princess |
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Chemical Formula:
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LiAlSi2O6 |
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Crystal Structure:
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Monoclinic |
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Hardness:
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6.5 - 7 |
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Specific Gravity
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3.18 |
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Carat weight:
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5.5 ct |
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Gram weight:
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1.1 g (0.0388 ounces) |
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Points:
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550 pts |
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Length:
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10.01 mm |
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Width:
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10.01 mm |
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Est. face-up size:
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100.2 mm² |
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Volume:
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345.91 mm³ |
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Length-to-width ratio:
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1 |
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Refractive Index:
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1.66 - 1.68 |
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Luster:
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Vitreous |
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Wearability:
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Very good |
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Care Instructions:
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Avoid ultrasonic or steam cleaners |
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Color:
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Hiddenite can be found in the following colors:
  
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Birthstone:
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Hiddenite is not an official birthstone of any month |
Popular comparisons:
- 5ct Hiddenite (Princess, Light Green , 9.92 x 9.92) vs. 5ct Hiddenite (Baguette, Light Green , 12.8 x 8.53)
- 2.7ct Ruby (Pear, Red, 10 x 7) vs. 3ct Ruby (Emerald, Red, 9 x 7)
- 1.5ct Tourmaline (Round, Light Red, 7.45 x 7.45) vs. 1.5ct Sapphire (Round, Light Blue, 6.84 x 6.84)
- 1ct Kyanite (Oval, Blue, 7.77 x 5.18) vs. 1ct Tanzanite (Oval, Blue, 8.07 x 5.38)
- 1ct Aquamarine (Oval, Light Blue, 8 x 6) vs. 1ct Spinel (Oval, Gray, 8 x 6)
- 1.16ct Diamond (Round, White, 6.82 x 6.85) vs. 1.2ct Diamond (Round, White, 6.82 x 6.86)
- 6ct Morganite (Cushion, Light Red, 12 x 10) vs. 3.5ct Sapphire (Cushion, Blue, 8.49 x 8.49)
- 1ct Alexandrite (Round, Bluish Green, 6.14 x 6.14) vs. 1ct Emerald (Emerald, Yellowish Green, 7.28 x 5.39)