2.0 Carat Princessvs2.5 Carat Cushion

When comparing a 2 carat Princess to a 2.5 carat Cushion, the 2.5 carat Cushion appears visually larger. It has a face-up surface area that is approximately 21% larger than the 2 carat Princess.

Detailed Measurements:

The 2 carat princess diamond measures 7mm × 7mm, while the 2.5 carat cushion measures 7.7mm × 7.7mm. The 2.5 carat cushion covers approximately 45% of the width of an average finger (size 6.5), creating a substantial, eye-catching presence.

Shopping Considerations:

Beyond size, consider that princess diamonds tend to have different brilliance patterns compared to cushion 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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