1ct Benitoite (Round, 6.16×6.16mm, Blue) vs 1ct Sapphire (Round, 5.98×5.98mm, Blue)
Quick summary: When looked from above (face-up position), 1ct Benitoite (6.16×6.16mm, round cut) appears 6% larger than 1ct Sapphire (5.98×5.98mm, round 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
1ct Benitoite Round (6.16×6.16mm, Blue)
and
1ct Sapphire Round (5.98×5.98mm, 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 Benitoite for a given
carat weight, because it has higher specific gravity
(4 vs. 3.65 - this means it's "heavier" compared to Benitoite 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 Ct Benitoite (Round) | 1 Ct Sapphire (Round) | |
| 6.16×6.16 mm | vs | 5.98×5.98 mm |
| 29.8 mm² | 28.09 mm² |
| 1ct Benitoite Round (6.16×6.16mm) | |
| 1ct Sapphire Round (5.98×5.98mm) | |
| Difference: 6% (1.71 mm²) |
1ct Benitoite (Round, 6.16×6.16mm) has approx. 6% more face-up area than 1ct Sapphire (Round, 5.98×5.98mm).
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