1ct Cushion (6.5×6.5×4) vs 1ct Round (6.5×6.5×3.92)

Diamond size comparison

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Actual size of 1ct Cushion diamond
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1 ct Cushion (6.5×6.5×4mm) 1 ct Round (6.5×6.5×3.92mm)
Cutting style
(modified) brilliant
Brilliant
Weight
1 ct
1 ct
Measurements
6.5×6.5×4 mm
6.5×6.5×3.92 mm
Total depth
61.5% OK
60.3% OK
L/W ratio
1
1
Face-up size
Inadequate
Adequate
 
This diamond is a SPREAD CUT!
This diamond LOOKS its weight!
Actual diamond size
Actual diamond size
Before purchasing a diamond, one should make sure it looks its weight. It's important to understand that carat weight does not equal face-up size.

Two diamonds of exactly the same weight (and shape) can vary quite considerably in face-up size. This depends on the proportions of the cut (e.g., deep cuts will face up smaller).

Here you can see the actual sizes of 1ct Cushion (6.5×6.5×4mm) and 1ct Round (6.5×6.5×3.92mm) as they would appear on a ring and finger.

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1ct Cushion on a left ring
64 mm
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1ct Round on a right ring
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Gold
Skin tone
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Ring diameter
16.9 mm
Ring width
3.0 mm
Finger length
64 mm
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Face-up area
38.03 mm²  (±5%)
33.18 mm² 
Face-up area is a measure of the size of the diamond when viewed from the top (as set in a ring).

It tells you how big the diamond is at the girdle plane. It's important for a diamond to have sufficient face-up size for its carat weight.
Face-up size outline
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1ct Cushion (6.5×6.5×4mm)
1ct Round (6.5×6.5×3.92mm)
Difference: 4.85mm² (15%)
1 carat Cushion (6.5×6.5×4mm) has approx. 15% more face-up area than 1 carat Round (6.5×6.5×3.92mm).
Face-up area per carat
38.03 mm²/ct
33.18 mm²/ct
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Quick Buying Guide

Diamond prices vary greatly as they depend on the combination of unique characteristics (4Cs - Cut, Color, Clarity, and Carat). For best value, it's important to choose the combination that will reduce the price without having a negative impact on appearance.

Each shape has its own recommended balance of qualities that will give you the most bang for your buck. Below is a quick buying guide to give you an idea, but for more detailed explanation, please see the complete buying guides for the respective diamonds (links below).
1ct Cushion (6.5×6.5×4mm)
1ct Round (6.5×6.5×3.92mm)
Price (best value)
Min. clarity
SI1 or better
SI or better
Min. color (platinum setting)
H+
J+
Min. color (yellow gold setting)
J+
K+
Depth percentage
59 - 70%
58 - 62.5%
Table percentage
56 - 70%
53 - 58%
Length-to-width ratio
1.00 - 1.35
1.00 - 1.02
Min. polish/symmetry
Good or better
Good or better
 Detailed buying guide

Additional Info

1ct Cushion (6.5×6.5×4mm)
1ct Round (6.5×6.5×3.92mm)
Face-up size
Too large for 1 carat Cushion
Normal for 1 carat Round
Facets
usually 58
58 (57 if no culet)
Length
6.5 mm
6.5 mm
Width
6.5 mm
6.5 mm
Depth
4 mm
3.92 mm
Gram weight
0.2 g (0.0071 ounces)
0.2 g (0.0071 ounces)
Points
100 pts
100 pts
Volume
56.82 mm³
56.82 mm³


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Depth percentage for 1 carat Cushion (6.5×6.5×4mm)

Depth percentage of Cushion cut is the ratio of the total depth (measured from table to culet) to its width. The total depth percentage of this diamond is 61.5%, which is OK. (Recommended depth percentage for Cushions is between 59% and 70%)

Depth percentage for cushions is calculated with the following formula:
Depth % = (total depth ÷ width) × 100

1 carat Cushion (6.5×6.5×4mm) depth %:
Total depth: 4 mm
Width = 6.5 mm
Depth % = (4 ÷ 6.5 ) × 100 = 61.5%

Depth percentage for 1 carat Round (6.5×6.5×3.92mm)

Depth percentage of Round cut is the ratio of the total depth (measured from table to culet) to its average diameter. The total depth percentage of this diamond is 60.3%, which is OK. (Recommended depth percentage for Rounds is between 58% and 62.5%)

Depth percentage for rounds is calculated with the following formula:
Depth % = (total depth ÷ average diameter) × 100

1 carat Round (6.5×6.5×3.92mm) depth %:
Total depth: 3.92 mm
Average diameter = (6.5 + 6.5) ÷ 2 = 6.5 mm
Depth % = (3.92 ÷ 6.5 ) × 100 = 60.3%

About Depth Percentage
Depth percentage is one of the most important measurements as it plays a critical role in diamond's appearance. If a diamond is cut too deep or too shallow, light leaks out, making the stone less brilliant and fiery. Deep cuts also add hidden weight.

Diamonds that fall out of recommended depth range are generally less desirable and usually best to be avoided.


Face-up size evaluation for 1 carat Cushion (6.5×6.5×4mm)

The face-up size of this 1 carat Cushion (6.5×6.5×4mm) is out of normal range for 1ct diamonds of this shape. Compared to 1 carat Cushion reference diamond, this diamond appears too big when viewed from the top. You might think that's a good thing, however, it's not. This is a so called spread cut.

A spread cut is a diamond that is cut to maximize spread instead of optimal light performance. If compared from above, it would look larger than a well cut 1ct Cushion. This is not a good thing. Spread cuts are typically too shallow, which allows light to leak out of the stone resulting in less light being reflected back to the viewer's eye.

Spread cuts usually look lifeless and flat, and can sometimes exhibit a fish-eye effect. They may also come with an extremely thin girdle which can easily chip.

The bottom line: Spread cuts generally lack the brilliance and perfection that is expected of a beautiful diamond. Don't be fooled into thinking that you're getting a larger diamond for the money. This could be a rather flat, boring stone.

1 carat Cushion reference diamond
Since there are no specific ideal proportions defined for Cushion cuts, an estimation formula is used to calculate the Cushion reference diamond.
Parameters:
Weight: 1ct
Depth: 64%
L/W ratio: 1
 
Calculated values:
Length: 5.83 mm
Width: 5.83 mm
Depth: 3.73 mm
*Est. face-up area: 30.59 mm²
Note: Cushion diamonds with face-up area of within 9% lower and 12% higher than reference Cushion diamond area are considered to be of adequate face-up size.
* Estimated Face-up area: Face-up area of Cushion cuts is only an estimation (±5%). Due to uniqueness of each stone, it's impossible to accurately calculate face-up area given only a diamond's measurements.
To learn more about diamond size evaluation, click here.


Face-up size evaluation for 1 carat Round (6.5×6.5×3.92mm)

The face-up size of this 1 carat Round (6.5×6.5×3.92mm) is within the normal range for 1ct diamonds of this shape. Compared to 1ct Round reference diamond (see below), this diamond is of adequate size when viewed from the top. In short, all is OK, this diamond looks its weight.

The importance of face-up size
Diamonds are sold by weight (carats), but it's important to understand that weight doesn't equally translate into physical size, especially spread. Two diamonds of the same carat weight can vary greatly in spread, meaning that one diamond can appear larger than the other, even though they weight exactly the same.

Proper face-up size should play an important role when buying a diamond. When a diamond is set in a ring, your eyes will only see the face-up area, so you should make sure it's of adequate size. Adequate size also indicates a good cut, meaning better light performance. Would you want a poorly cut 1 carat diamond that is less sparkly and has the same face-up size as an ideal cut 0.9 carat? Probably not.

The bottom line: A diamond must look its weight. This one does. Thumbs up.

1 carat Round reference diamond
1ct Round reference diamond is calculated from the following ideal proportions:
Proportions:
Table: 57%
Crown angle: 34°
Pavilion angle: 40.7°
Girdle: 2.8%
Star length: 50%
Lower half-length: 80%
Culet: None
 
Calculated values:
Depth: 60.3%
Crown height: 14.5%
Pavilion height: 43%
For 1 carat weight:
Diameter: 6.5 mm
Face-up area: 33.18 mm²
Note: Round diamonds with face-up area of within 5% lower and 3% higher than reference Round diamond area are considered to be of adequate face-up size.
To learn more about diamond size evaluation, click here.


Face-up Area per Carat

Face-up area per carat is calculated by dividing face-up area of the diamond with its carat weight. It tells you how many square millimeters of the top surface area a diamond is showing or would show for 1 carat weight. This can be useful when comparing stones of similar weights as it tells you how much spread per carat you will get.

Note: Face-up size does not linearly grow with carat weight, which means the heavier the stone, the smaller its face-up area per carat (e.g., 1ct stone will have higher face-up area per carat than 2ct stone).

Face-up area per carat for 1ct Cushion (6.5×6.5×4mm):
Top surface area = 38.03 mm²
Weight = 1ct

Face-up area per carat = 38.03 ÷ 1 = 38.03mm²/ct

Face-up area per carat for 1ct Round (6.5×6.5×3.92mm):
Top surface area = 33.18 mm²
Weight = 1ct

Face-up area per carat = 33.18 ÷ 1 = 33.18mm²/ct

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