Pear Cut Diamond Engagement Rings: A Guide
A teardrop that blends the round's sparkle with the marquise's point — elegant, elongating and distinctive. Here's how to choose a pear cut.
Quick answer
A pear cut is a teardrop shape: rounded at one end and pointed at the other, combining the brilliance of a round with the elegance of a marquise. It elongates the finger, looks large for its weight, and is traditionally worn with the point towards the hand. Made to order in solid 9, 14 or 18ct gold, with natural diamonds graded by GIA or HRD and lab-grown by IGI.
What is a pear cut?
The pear (or teardrop) is a brilliant cut with one softly rounded end and one tapered point. It's often described as a hybrid of the round and the marquise: it keeps full brilliant sparkle while adding an elegant, elongated silhouette. Because it's asymmetrical top-to-bottom, it has a distinctive, graceful presence on the hand.
Why choose a pear?
- Elongates the finger. The tapered shape lengthens and slims the hand.
- Looks large for its weight. High surface area gives more visible size per carat.
- Brilliant sparkle. Full brilliant faceting like a round.
- Distinctive. Less common, with a soft, romantic character.
Things to consider
The point is the most vulnerable part, so a setting with a protective V-tip prong is recommended for everyday wear. Like other elongated brilliants, a pear can show a faint bow-tie across the centre — a well-cut stone keeps this minimal. Symmetry matters: the point should line up with the centre of the rounded end. Most people wear the pear with the point towards the fingertip, which lengthens the finger, though it's a personal choice.
Best settings for a pear
A solitaire with a V-tip protects the point and keeps the outline clean. A halo adds sparkle and size around the teardrop — browse our halo and double halo rings to see the effect in solid gold. A three-stone setting frames it with side stones. If you're drawn to elongated shapes, compare the pear with our oval and marquise guides. See all options in the setting styles guide.
Metal and diamonds
Every pear ring is made in solid 9ct, 14ct or 18ct gold — never plated — and qualifying pieces are UK hallmarked under the Hallmarking Act 1973. Choose natural or lab-grown diamonds to suit your budget — natural diamonds independently graded by GIA or HRD, lab-grown by IGI. Each ring is made to your size and specification, typically within 14 days, or created as a fully bespoke design.
Is a pear right for you?
Because every band is made to order in your size and carat, you can keep the design you love and adjust the details to suit. Message our team on WhatsApp and we'll help you choose.
Frequently asked questions
What is a pear cut diamond?
A pear is a teardrop-shaped brilliant cut — rounded at one end and pointed at the other. It combines the sparkle of a round with the elongated elegance of a marquise.
Which way do you wear a pear engagement ring?
Most people wear it with the point towards the fingertip, which lengthens the finger, but it's a personal choice — some prefer the point towards the hand.
Does a pear look bigger than a round?
Usually yes. Its elongated shape covers more surface area than a round of the same carat weight, so it tends to look larger on the hand.
Are pear cut rings durable?
With the right setting, yes. The point is the most vulnerable part, so a V-tip prong is recommended to protect it for everyday wear.
Are pear engagement rings made to my size?
Yes. Every ring is made to order in your size and specification in solid 9, 14 or 18ct gold. Natural diamonds are independently graded by GIA or HRD, lab-grown by IGI. Bespoke designs are also available.