1.0 Carat Emeraldvs1.0 Carat Marquise

When comparing a 1 carat Emerald to a 1 carat Marquise, the 1 carat Marquise appears visually larger. It has a face-up surface area that is approximately 17% larger than the 1 carat Emerald. The dramatic elongated marquise measures 10mm in length, creating a more elongated appearance compared to the sophisticated emerald cut with step facets at 6.7mm.

Detailed Measurements:

The 1 carat emerald diamond measures 6.7mm × 5mm, while the 1 carat marquise measures 10mm × 5mm. The 1 carat marquise covers approximately 59% of the width of an average finger (size 6.5), creating a substantial, eye-catching presence.

Shopping Considerations:

Beyond size, consider that emerald diamonds tend to have different brilliance patterns compared to marquise cuts. Use the interactive visual tool above to see these diamonds side-by-side with a US dime for real-world scale reference. The measurements shown are based on well-cut diamonds with standard proportions.

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