1.03ct Diamond (Pear, 9.13×5.5mm, White) vs 4ct Sapphire (Cushion, 8.88×8.88mm, Blue)
Quick summary: When looked from above (face-up position), 4ct Sapphire (8.88×8.88mm, cushion cut) appears 94% larger than 1.03ct Diamond (9.13×5.5mm, pear cut). See below how they compare side-by-side on a ring and finger.
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| 9.13×5.5 mm | 8.88×8.88 mm | |
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Ring width: 3.0 mm
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Actual sizes of
1.03ct Diamond Pear (9.13×5.5mm, White)
and
4ct Sapphire Cushion (8.88×8.88mm, 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.
| 1.03 Ct Diamond (Pear) | 4 Ct Sapphire (Cushion) | |
| 9.13×5.5 mm | vs | 8.88×8.88 mm |
| 36.66 mm² | 70.97 mm² |
| 1.03ct Diamond Pear (9.13×5.5mm) | |
| 4ct Sapphire Cushion (8.88×8.88mm) | |
| Difference: 94% (34.31 mm²) |
4ct Sapphire (Cushion, 8.88×8.88mm) has approx. 94% more face-up area than 1.03ct Diamond (Pear, 9.13×5.5mm).
Popular comparisons:
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