1.25 Carat Radiantvs1.5 Carat Marquise

When comparing a 1.25 carat Radiant to a 1.5 carat Marquise, the 1.5 carat Marquise appears visually larger. It has a face-up surface area that is approximately 56% larger than the 1.25 carat Radiant. The dramatic elongated marquise measures 12mm in length, creating a more elongated appearance compared to the brilliant radiant cut at 6.7mm.

Detailed Measurements:

The 1.25 carat radiant diamond measures 6.7mm × 5.4mm, while the 1.5 carat marquise measures 12mm × 6mm. The 1.5 carat marquise covers approximately 71% 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 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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