1ct Sapphire (Pear, 8×6mm, Blue) vs 1ct Sapphire (Oval, 8×6mm, Blue)
Quick summary: When looked from above (face-up position), 1ct Sapphire (8×6mm, oval cut) appears 12% larger than 1ct Sapphire (8×6mm, pear 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:
Skin tone:
Ring width: 3.0 mm
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Actual sizes of
1ct Sapphire Pear (8×6mm, Blue)
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1ct Sapphire Oval (8×6mm, 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
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 Ct Sapphire (Pear) | 1 Ct Sapphire (Oval) | |
| 8×6 mm | vs | 8×6 mm |
| 35.04 mm² | 39.36 mm² |
| 1ct Sapphire Pear (8×6mm) | |
| 1ct Sapphire Oval (8×6mm) | |
| Difference: 12% (4.32 mm²) |
1ct Sapphire (Oval, 8×6mm) has approx. 12% more face-up area than 1ct Sapphire (Pear, 8×6mm).
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- 1ct Sapphire (Pear, Blue, 8 x 6) vs. 1ct Sapphire (Round, Purple, 6 x 6)
- 1ct Sapphire (Pear, Blue, 8 x 6) vs. 1ct Sapphire (Round, Purple, 7 x 6)