1.0 Carat Radiantvs1.25 Carat Emerald

When comparing a 1 carat Radiant to a 1.25 carat Emerald, the 1.25 carat Emerald appears visually larger. It has a face-up surface area that is approximately 15% larger than the 1 carat Radiant.

Detailed Measurements:

The 1 carat radiant diamond measures 6.5mm × 5.1mm, while the 1.25 carat emerald measures 7.2mm × 5.3mm. The 1.25 carat emerald covers approximately 42% of the width of an average finger (size 6.5), creating a substantial, eye-catching presence.

Shopping Considerations:

Beyond size, consider that radiant diamonds tend to have different brilliance patterns compared to emerald 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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