1.06ct Diamond (Oval, 8.28×5.52mm, White) vs 1.48ct Sapphire (Oval, 8.2×6mm, Dark Bluish Green)
Quick summary: When looked from above (face-up position), 1.48ct Sapphire (8.2×6mm, oval cut) appears 8% larger than 1.06ct Diamond (8.28×5.52mm, oval cut). See below how they compare side-by-side on a ring and finger.
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| 8.28×5.52 mm | 8.2×6 mm | |
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Ring width: 3.0 mm
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Actual sizes of
1.06ct Diamond Oval (8.28×5.52mm, White)
and
1.48ct Sapphire Oval (8.2×6mm, Dark Bluish Green)
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.
| 1.06 Ct Diamond (Oval) | 1.48 Ct Sapphire (Oval) | |
| 8.28×5.52 mm | vs | 8.2×6 mm |
| 37.48 mm² | 40.34 mm² |
| 1.06ct Diamond Oval (8.28×5.52mm) | |
| 1.48ct Sapphire Oval (8.2×6mm) | |
| Difference: 8% (2.86 mm²) |
1.48ct Sapphire (Oval, 8.2×6mm) has approx. 8% more face-up area than 1.06ct Diamond (Oval, 8.28×5.52mm).
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