The pear cut, with its teardrop shape, creates a subtle slimming effect on your finger. Unlike round, the cut isn't standardized so you can choose the proportions that you like best.
57 facets give pear cuts a similar brilliance and sparkle to rounds with the drama of a marquise for around 10-30% less than their equivalents. They not only look large, they actually are 8% larger on the top surface than a round.
Do pear shaped diamonds show more color?
The pear's point can show color, so we recommend D-F color grades. As carat size increases it further accentuates the possibility of color in the point.
Which ring styles work best with pear shaped diamonds?
A pear-cut diamond's unique shape is perfect for solitaire settings. Diamond pavé-set bands and halos also complement this eye-catching shape.
Are pear shaped diamonds out of style?
Pear shaped diamonds are most definitely "in style." In fact the fashion Mecca of New York leads in orders of on-trend, pear shaped diamonds.