0.1ct Diamond (Princess, 2.56×2.56mm, White) vs 0.15ct Sapphire (Pear, 4.42×2.66mm, Blue)
Quick summary: When looked from above (face-up position), 0.15ct Sapphire (4.42×2.66mm, pear cut) appears 31% larger than 0.1ct Diamond (2.56×2.56mm, princess cut). See below how they compare side-by-side on a ring and finger.
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| 2.56×2.56 mm | 4.42×2.66 mm | |
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Actual size is set for screen
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Ring:
Skin tone:
Ring width: 3.0 mm
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Actual sizes of
0.1ct Diamond Princess (2.56×2.56mm, White)
and
0.15ct Sapphire Pear (4.42×2.66mm, Blue)
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?
For certified gemstones, high-end gemstone jewelry, and birthstone jewelry, see Blue Nile
Face-up Size
All things being equal, Sapphire will face-up smaller than Diamond for a given
carat weight, because it has higher specific gravity
(4 vs. 3.52 - this means it's "heavier" compared to Diamond 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.
| 0.1 Ct Diamond (Princess) | 0.15 Ct Sapphire (Pear) | |
| 2.56×2.56 mm | vs | 4.42×2.66 mm |
| 6.55 mm² | 8.58 mm² |
| 0.1ct Diamond Princess (2.56×2.56mm) | |
| 0.15ct Sapphire Pear (4.42×2.66mm) | |
| Difference: 31% (2.03 mm²) |
0.15ct Sapphire (Pear, 4.42×2.66mm) has approx. 31% more face-up area than 0.1ct Diamond (Princess, 2.56×2.56mm).
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