Things To Know About Pear Cut Diamonds

 The idea of pear-cut diamonds was born in the 1400s. Centuries have gone by, yet the romance and popularity around this beautiful diamond still sustain. Lodewyk van Berquem was the diamond cutter who invented the unique wheel to polish every facet of a diamond. This process became a turning point in the history of diamond cutting as it gave birth to an exceptionally shaped diamond that exhibited superb sparkle and light return.

 What is a pear-cut diamond?

 The pear shaped diamond is also known as the pendeloque cut or teardrop diamond. The outline makes it different from other familiar diamond cuts. It is regarded as a modified brilliant-cut as it blends the two worlds of oval and marquise cuts with a pointed end and a rounded curve on the other. The signature silhouette of a pear is instantly recognizable and much loved by connoisseurs.

 Should I choose a pear cut diamonds?

 Pear has increasingly become fashionable owing to its unconventional shape and intense sparkle. The pear shares its faceting patterns with that of a round brilliant. Thanks to this, a pear retains that much-loved brilliance and fire that make a diamond shine.

 The shape of a pear is versatile as the diamond can be well-adorned with its tip pointing either downwards or upwards. The pear is all about juxtapositions. The shape is dynamic as it makes a great contemporary statement while being classy as it is. Celebrities and fashionistas have adopted this fascinating contour with much zeal. Hence, pear diamond engagement rings have been rising higher in the popularity chart.

 What should you notice when buying a pear-cut diamond?

 The Bow-tie effect is the most dreaded quality in a pear-shaped diamond. It creates a region of darkness in the middle of a poorly cut pear diamond. Appearing in the form of a bow tie, this dark zone located at the center of a pear diamond drastically reduces its flawless, sparkling appearance.

 While experts and admirers agree that the bow-tie effect is integral to a pear diamond's many features, any severe effect is still undesirable. When buying a pear-cut diamond, try to inspect a diamond physically. A diamond grading certificate cannot indicate whether the bow-tie effect is visible.

 Symmetry is the keyword of pear-cut diamond

 Symmetry is of utmost importance in a fancy-shaped diamond-like pear. You may opt for an asymmetry grade between Very Good (VG) and excellent (EX) to find a stone with a central point and even curves. The ratio of a pear-cut diamond determines its ideal appearance. The length-to-width ratio of a pear diamond varies between 1.40 and 1.60. A higher ratio yields an elongated, narrower pear shape, while a wider, rounded pear is the outcome of a lower ratio. Let your style and preference decide the final shape of your favorite pear diamond.

 A pear-cut diamond perfectly lends itself to interesting designs of engagement rings. You can find them in different styles and combinations. The choice is yours.

 

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