The Pear Diamond Shape Explained
A teardrop that blends round-cut brilliance with an elongated point — elegant and distinctive. Here's the pear, explained.
Quick answer
The pear (or teardrop) is a brilliant cut that's rounded at one end and pointed at the other — a hybrid of round and marquise. It sparkles brightly, looks large for its carat, and elongates the finger. It can show a bow-tie, and the point benefits from a protective setting.
Brilliant and flattering
The pear gives you round-brilliant fire in a graceful, elongated silhouette. Worn with the point toward the fingertip it lengthens and slims the finger beautifully. Because its outline spreads more than a round of equal weight, a pear looks generous for its carat — elegant presence for the budget, with a distinctive, romantic shape.
Point and bow-tie
Two things to judge: the point, which should be protected by a prong or bezel to guard against chipping, and the bow-tie shadow common to elongated brilliants, which a well-cut pear keeps minimal. Symmetry matters too — the point should line up with the centre of the rounded end. See our cut quality guide.
Is this shape right for you?
Because every ring is made to your size and carat, we can set this shape as a solitaire, halo or three-stone to suit. Message our team on WhatsApp and we'll help you choose.
Frequently asked questions
How should a pear diamond be worn?
Traditionally with the point facing the fingertip, which elongates and slims the finger. It's ultimately personal preference, though.
Does a pear look bigger for its carat?
Yes — its elongated outline spreads more than a round of the same weight, so it looks larger while keeping brilliant-cut sparkle.
Is a pear diamond durable?
The rounded end is robust; the single point is the vulnerable spot and should be protected by a prong or bezel setting for everyday wear.
Lab-grown or natural for a pear?
Both work beautifully. Lab-grown is graded by IGI, natural by GIA or HRD.