3.0 Carat Cushionvs3.0 Carat Oval

When comparing a 3 carat Cushion to a 3 carat Oval, the 3 carat Oval appears visually larger. It has a face-up surface area that is approximately 14% larger than the 3 carat Cushion. The elegant elongated oval measures 11.2mm in length, creating a more elongated appearance compared to the romantic cushion cut with rounded corners at 8mm.

Detailed Measurements:

The 3 carat cushion diamond measures 8mm × 8mm, while the 3 carat oval measures 11.2mm × 8.3mm. The 3 carat oval covers approximately 66% of the width of an average finger (size 6.5), creating a substantial, eye-catching presence.

Shopping Considerations:

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