1.5ct Ruby (Emerald, 7.3×5.41mm, Red) vs 5ct Ruby (Oval, 12.93×8.62mm, Red)
Quick summary: When looked from above (face-up position), 5ct Ruby (12.93×8.62mm, oval cut) appears 2.5 times larger than 1.5ct Ruby (7.3×5.41mm, emerald cut). See below how they compare side-by-side on a ring and finger.
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| 7.3×5.41 mm | 12.93×8.62 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
1.5ct Ruby Emerald (7.3×5.41mm, Red)
and
5ct Ruby Oval (12.93×8.62mm, Red)
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
The face-up size depends on the shape of the gem, its weight and 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.
| 1.5 Ct Ruby (Emerald) | 5 Ct Ruby (Oval) | |
| 7.3×5.41 mm | vs | 12.93×8.62 mm |
| 36.73 mm² | 91.39 mm² |
| 1.5ct Ruby Emerald (7.3×5.41mm) | |
| 5ct Ruby Oval (12.93×8.62mm) | |
| Difference: 149% (54.66 mm²) |
5ct Ruby (Oval, 12.93×8.62mm) has approx. 149% more face-up area than 1.5ct Ruby (Emerald, 7.3×5.41mm). In other words, it's 2.49x larger.
Popular comparisons:
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