Pear Buying Guide
The pear-shaped diamond, which has 58 facets, boasts a unique droplet-like silhouette that merges elegance with brilliance. While not the most traditional choice, its elongated shape can enhance the slender appearance of the fingers.
Cut
The ideal length-to-width ratio for pear-shaped diamonds typically ranges from 1.40 to 1.70.
The ideal length-to-width ratio for pear-shaped diamonds typically ranges from 1.40 to 1.70. Ratios that exceed this range may cause the pear shape to appear distorted, resembling a deformed marquise. Pear-shaped diamonds often display a bow-tie effect, which can vary from barely visible to quite pronounced; this effect cannot be determined from the diamond's certificate or dimensions and must be evaluated through visual inspection. Additionally, some pear-shaped diamonds feature a keel line, where the culet is integrated into a line extending down the diamond’s length where the pavilion facets meet. This keel line should be equidistant from both sides of the diamond, just like the culet.
Colour
Pear-shaped diamonds are among the shapes where colour is most apparent.
To ensure that your diamond appears white, it is advisable to choose a colour grade of G, H or higher, particularly if the stone will be set in white gold or platinum.
If the setting is yellow gold or rose gold, diamonds with a colour grade of J or K can be a more economical choice, allowing you the option of buying a larger stone.
In larger pear-shaped diamonds (over 1 carat), the colour may appear slightly darker at the point. Therefore, it may be advisable to select one colour grade higher than what is typically chosen for other diamond shapes.
Clarity
For the best value, select diamonds with SI1 or SI2 clarity. Pear shapes, like round brilliant diamonds, are effective at concealing inclusions. This means you can often find an eye-clean diamond even within the lower clarity ranges.
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