1ct Sapphire (Pear, 9×6mm, Blue) vs 1ct Hiddenite (Oval, 8.16×5.44mm, Light Green )
Quick summary: When looked from above (face-up position), 1ct Sapphire (9×6mm, pear cut) appears 8% larger than 1ct Hiddenite (8.16×5.44mm, oval 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 Sapphire Pear (9×6mm, Blue)
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1ct Hiddenite Oval (8.16×5.44mm, Light 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 Hiddenite for a given
carat weight, because it has higher specific gravity
(4 vs. 3.18 - this means it's "heavier" compared to Hiddenite 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 Sapphire (Pear) | 1 Ct Hiddenite (Oval) | |
| 9×6 mm | vs | 8.16×5.44 mm |
| 39.42 mm² | 36.4 mm² |
| 1ct Sapphire Pear (9×6mm) | |
| 1ct Hiddenite Oval (8.16×5.44mm) | |
| Difference: 8% (3.02 mm²) |
1ct Sapphire (Pear, 9×6mm) has approx. 8% more face-up area than 1ct Hiddenite (Oval, 8.16×5.44mm).
Popular comparisons:
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