2.33ct Diamond (Round, 8.62×8.62mm, White) vs 3.33ct Ruby (Round, 8.93×8.93mm, Red)
Quick summary: When looked from above (face-up position), 3.33ct Ruby (8.93×8.93mm, round cut) appears 7% larger than 2.33ct Diamond (8.62×8.62mm, round cut). See below how they compare side-by-side on a ring and finger.
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| 8.62×8.62 mm | 8.93×8.93 mm | |
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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
2.33ct Diamond Round (8.62×8.62mm, White)
and
3.33ct Ruby Round (8.93×8.93mm, 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
All things being equal, Ruby 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.
| 2.33 Ct Diamond (Round) | 3.33 Ct Ruby (Round) | |
| 8.62×8.62 mm | vs | 8.93×8.93 mm |
| 58.36 mm² | 62.63 mm² |
| 2.33ct Diamond Round (8.62×8.62mm) | |
| 3.33ct Ruby Round (8.93×8.93mm) | |
| Difference: 7% (4.27 mm²) |
3.33ct Ruby (Round, 8.93×8.93mm) has approx. 7% more face-up area than 2.33ct Diamond (Round, 8.62×8.62mm).
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