What should I look for in a Pear-shaped diamond?
There are three main qualities that you should bear in mind when selecting a pear shape diamond. Firstly, the stone should present as super symmetrical and the shoulders should be absolutely even: viewed from above, the rounded sides should have exactly the same lines – you don’t want one side to be more angled or wider – and the pointed end should be precisely central. So that if you were to fold it in half lengthwise, the point would be right on the line of the fold and the curved sides would mirror each other perfectly.
Secondly, as a pear shape diamond shares the same number of facets as a brilliant round, it should shimmer and glimmer in just the same way.
Some pear shape diamonds may occasionally exhibit the ‘bowtie’ effect, which is a butterfly-shaped shadow in the central area of the gem. This is quite common with marquise diamonds.
The best pear shape stones should not have a ‘bowtie’. Thirdly, you want a stone with the right length to width ratio. The ideal for a pear shape diamond is 1 to 1.4-1.7. That means, if the gemstone’s width is 1, then its length should ideally be anywhere from 1.5-1.7, pro rata. That allows you some room to move though. Some may prefer a longer, narrower sparkler, others a more voluptuous dazzler.
How should I wear a Pear-shaped diamond?
Should you wear it point up or down? Some women who have just said ‘yes!’ might not know the right way to wear their stunning new ring.
Well, the good news is that you can wear it either way! But, it is far more common to wear pear shape diamonds with the point facing toward the tips of your fingers. Some wearers of pear shape diamonds do marvel at the teardrop look; that is, when the hand is held up to behold the bling, the diamond looks like a teardrop falling.
Especially at night time, or in a dark setting; poignant and beautiful. Also, for the visual effect of elongation of fingers and hand, the stone should be worn with point facing forward.
Which settings work best with Pear-shaped diamonds?
Being such a particular shape, and this being a major part of the pear shape diamond’s charisma, solitaire is an ideal setting. It’s the most popular poise for the stone on diamond engagement rings. It is important that pear shape diamonds are protected by special prongs on the pointed ends.
So, typically, a solitaire setting will have three prongs, giving the sensuous shape plenty of space to shine. In this scenario, a simple, stylish band in your choice of platinum or one of the golds is perfect, and the centre stone steals the show, as it should. But you could certainly jazz it up with additional details and accents to the band. Alternatively, a bezel-set stone is a bold, contemporary look. It looks sleek and streamlined, and the strip of metal wrapping around the diamond gives it added protection. Another option is to go halo. A legion of tiny diamond accents around the hero is a halo; a captivating style that functions fantastically with the fancy-shaped diamonds.
