1ct Diamond (Trillion, 7.74×7.74mm, White) vs 3ct Sapphire (Cushion, 8.06×8.06mm, Dark Bluish Green)
Quick summary: When looked from above (face-up position), 3ct Sapphire (8.06×8.06mm, cushion cut) appears 57% larger than 1ct Diamond (7.74×7.74mm, trillion cut). See below how they compare side-by-side on a ring and finger.
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| 7.74×7.74 mm | 8.06×8.06 mm | |
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Actual size is set for screen
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Ring:
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Ring width: 3.0 mm
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Actual sizes of
1ct Diamond Trillion (7.74×7.74mm, White)
and
3ct Sapphire Cushion (8.06×8.06mm, 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 Ct Diamond (Trillion) | 3 Ct Sapphire (Cushion) | |
| 7.74×7.74 mm | vs | 8.06×8.06 mm |
| 37.14 mm² | 58.47 mm² |
| 1ct Diamond Trillion (7.74×7.74mm) | |
| 3ct Sapphire Cushion (8.06×8.06mm) | |
| Difference: 57% (21.33 mm²) |
3ct Sapphire (Cushion, 8.06×8.06mm) has approx. 57% more face-up area than 1ct Diamond (Trillion, 7.74×7.74mm).
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