1.1ct Sapphire (Emerald, 6.59×4.88mm, Blue) vs 0.8ct Diamond (Emerald, 6.2×4.59mm, White)
Quick summary: When looked from above (face-up position), 1.1ct Sapphire (6.59×4.88mm, emerald cut) appears 13% larger than 0.8ct Diamond (6.2×4.59mm, emerald cut). See below how they compare side-by-side on a ring and finger.
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Actual size is set for screen
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Ring width: 3.0 mm
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Actual sizes of
1.1ct Sapphire Emerald (6.59×4.88mm, Blue)
and
0.8ct Diamond Emerald (6.2×4.59mm, White)
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.
| 1.1 Ct Sapphire (Emerald) | 0.8 Ct Diamond (Emerald) | |
| 6.59×4.88 mm | vs | 6.2×4.59 mm |
| 29.91 mm² | 26.47 mm² |
| 1.1ct Sapphire Emerald (6.59×4.88mm) | |
| 0.8ct Diamond Emerald (6.2×4.59mm) | |
| Difference: 13% (3.44 mm²) |
1.1ct Sapphire (Emerald, 6.59×4.88mm) has approx. 13% more face-up area than 0.8ct Diamond (Emerald, 6.2×4.59mm).
Popular comparisons:
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- 1.1ct Sapphire (Emerald, Blue, 6.59 x 4.88) vs. 1.25ct Sapphire (Emerald, Blue, 6.89 x 5.1)
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