The two pear cut diamonds below have nearly identical specifications and on a grading report, they would appear the same. لكن, which of them would you choose?
Impact of bowtie on price comparison
Comparing pear cuts on James Allen. See them here.
The diamond on the left has a noticeably severe bowtie whereas the diamond on the right is more aesthetically pleasing. This is why it’s important to purchase diamonds after inspecting them carefully. There are several main things you can/should do if you don’t want your diamond to be marred with an ugly, black bowtie:
Inspect what you’re getting before finalizing the purchase. This is easier done in physical stores but reputable online vendors like James Allen and Blue Nile offer HD 3D videos of all their product, allowing you to inspect the stone closely and in more detail than in a physical shop.
Only buy diamonds from reputable vendors. Whether online or offline, you should always make sure that you’re getting your diamonds, engagement rings, and other jewelry pieces from adequate and trustworthy stores.
Make sure that the store has a good and customer-friendly return policy. This way, if you notice a problem such as the bowtie effect later on, you can simply return the diamond or ring for a refund or a replacement.