8.5ct Tsavorite (Cushion, 11.69×11.69mm, Green) vs 8.5ct Hiddenite (Cushion, 12.19×12.19mm, Light Green )
Quick summary: When looked from above (face-up position), 8.5ct Hiddenite (12.19×12.19mm, cushion cut) appears 9% larger than 8.5ct Tsavorite (11.69×11.69mm, cushion cut). See below how they compare side-by-side on a ring and finger.
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8.5ct Hiddenite (cushion cut) |
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| 11.69×11.69 mm | 12.19×12.19 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
8.5ct Tsavorite Cushion (11.69×11.69mm, Green)
and
8.5ct Hiddenite Cushion (12.19×12.19mm, 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?
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Face-up Size
All things being equal, Tsavorite will face-up smaller than Hiddenite for a given
carat weight, because it has higher specific gravity
(3.61 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.
| 8.5 Ct Tsavorite (Cushion) | 8.5 Ct Hiddenite (Cushion) | |
| 11.69×11.69 mm | vs | 12.19×12.19 mm |
| 122.99 mm² | 133.74 mm² |
| 8.5ct Tsavorite Cushion (11.69×11.69mm) | |
| 8.5ct Hiddenite Cushion (12.19×12.19mm) | |
| Difference: 9% (10.75 mm²) |
8.5ct Hiddenite (Cushion, 12.19×12.19mm) has approx. 9% more face-up area than 8.5ct Tsavorite (Cushion, 11.69×11.69mm).
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