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Diamond size by carat

A well-cut round diamond of 0.5 ct is about 5.2 mm across, 1 ct about 6.5 mm, 1.5 ct about 7.4 mm and 2 ct about 8.2 mm. One carat is 0.2 grams; a deep cut can weigh the same and look smaller face up.

How to use it

  1. Pick the carat weight on the listing.
  2. See the typical face-up diameter of a well-cut round.
  3. Compare it to scale with a US dime.

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Diamond Fancy Solid White/Yellow/Rose Gold Handmade Coin Pendant, 1oz Coin, from 39.0 g

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Diamond Fancy Solid White/Yellow/Rose Gold Handmade Coin Pendant, 1oz Coin, from 46.5 g

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