8.27ct Cushion (13.37×10.47×6.89) vs 8.73ct Cushion (14.33×11.39×7.44)

Diamond size comparison

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8.27 ct Cushion (13.37×10.47×6.89mm) 8.73 ct Cushion (14.33×11.39×7.44mm)
Cutting style
(modified) brilliant
(modified) brilliant
Weight
8.27 ct
8.73 ct
Measurements
13.37×10.47×6.89 mm
14.33×11.39×7.44 mm
Total depth
65.8% OK
65.3% OK
L/W ratio
1.28
1.26
Face-up size
Adequate
Borderline
 
This diamond LOOKS its weight!
This diamond is borderline SPREAD CUT!
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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 8.27ct Cushion (13.37×10.47×6.89mm) and 8.73ct Cushion (14.33×11.39×7.44mm) as they would appear on a ring and finger.

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8.27ct Cushion on a left ring
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Face-up area
125.99 mm²  (±5%)
146.9 mm²  (±5%)
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.
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8.27ct Cushion (13.37×10.47×6.89mm)
8.73ct Cushion (14.33×11.39×7.44mm)
Difference: 20.91mm² (17%)
8.73 carat Cushion (14.33×11.39×7.44mm) has approx. 17% more face-up area than 8.27 carat Cushion (13.37×10.47×6.89mm).
Face-up area per carat
15.23 mm²/ct
16.83 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).
8.27ct Cushion (13.37×10.47×6.89mm)
8.73ct Cushion (14.33×11.39×7.44mm)
Price (best value)
Min. clarity
SI1 or better
SI1 or better
Min. color (platinum setting)
H+
H+
Min. color (yellow gold setting)
J+
J+
Depth percentage
59 - 70%
59 - 70%
Table percentage
56 - 70%
56 - 70%
Length-to-width ratio
1.00 - 1.35
1.00 - 1.35
Min. polish/symmetry
Good or better
Good or better
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Additional Info

8.27ct Cushion (13.37×10.47×6.89mm)
8.73ct Cushion (14.33×11.39×7.44mm)
Face-up size
Normal for 8.27 carat Cushion
A bit large for 8.73 carat Cushion
Facets
usually 58
usually 58
Length
13.37 mm
14.33 mm
Width
10.47 mm
11.39 mm
Depth
6.89 mm
7.44 mm
Gram weight
1.65 g (0.0583 ounces)
1.75 g (0.0616 ounces)
Points
827 pts
873 pts
Volume
469.89 mm³
496.02 mm³


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Depth percentage for 8.27 carat Cushion (13.37×10.47×6.89mm)

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 65.8%, 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

8.27 carat Cushion (13.37×10.47×6.89mm) depth %:
Total depth: 6.89 mm
Width = 10.47 mm
Depth % = (6.89 ÷ 10.47 ) × 100 = 65.8%

Depth percentage for 8.73 carat Cushion (14.33×11.39×7.44mm)

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 65.3%, 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

8.73 carat Cushion (14.33×11.39×7.44mm) depth %:
Total depth: 7.44 mm
Width = 11.39 mm
Depth % = (7.44 ÷ 11.39 ) × 100 = 65.3%

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 8.27 carat Cushion (13.37×10.47×6.89mm)

The face-up size of this 8.27 carat Cushion (13.37×10.47×6.89mm) is within the normal range for 8.27ct diamonds of this shape. Compared to 8.27ct Cushion 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. For example, if given a choice between a poorly cut 8.3 carat Cushion with less sparkle and the same face-up size as a well cut 7.9ct Cushion, which one would you choose?

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

8.27 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: 8.27ct
Depth: 64%
L/W ratio: 1
 
Calculated values:
Length: 11.78 mm
Width: 11.78 mm
Depth: 7.54 mm
*Est. face-up area: 124.89 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.

Face-up size evaluation for 8.73 carat Cushion (14.33×11.39×7.44mm)

The face-up size of this 8.73 carat Cushion (14.33×11.39×7.44mm) is slightly out of normal range for 8.73ct diamonds of this shape. Compared to 8.73 carat Cushion reference diamond, this diamond seems a bit too large when viewed from the top. This could be indicative of a spread cut, which is not a good sign.

A spread cut is a diamond that is cut to maximize spread. In this case, it would look larger than a well cut 8.73 carat Cushion when viewed from the top, however, this is usually not a good thing. Spread cuts are typically too shallow, which allows light to leak out of the stone instead of being properly returned back to the viewer's eye.

Spread cuts can 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: This diamond could be a spread cut. Caution is advised, since spread cuts usually lack the sparkle and perfection that is expected of a beautiful diamond.

8.73 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: 8.73ct
Depth: 64%
L/W ratio: 1
 
Calculated values:
Length: 12 mm
Width: 12 mm
Depth: 7.68 mm
*Est. face-up area: 129.6 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.

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 8.27ct Cushion (13.37×10.47×6.89mm):
Top surface area = 125.99 mm²
Weight = 8.27ct

Face-up area per carat = 125.99 ÷ 8.27 = 15.23mm²/ct

Face-up area per carat for 8.73ct Cushion (14.33×11.39×7.44mm):
Top surface area = 146.9 mm²
Weight = 8.73ct

Face-up area per carat = 146.9 ÷ 8.73 = 16.83mm²/ct

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