Pear cut diamonds can be thought of as a hybrid of marquise and round diamonds – with one pointed end and one curved end. Pear diamonds are named for their ‘pear’ shape but are sometimes also called ‘teardrop’ diamonds.
This is one of the oldest diamond cuts, dating back around 500 años. It has 58 facets (the same as round diamonds) and is a highly brilliant cut. While often used as the center stone, pear cut diamonds are beautiful as accent stones as well.
Cutting a pear diamond requires excellent craftsmanship because this shape is all about alignment and proportion. Symmetry is a crucial aspect of pear cuts as even the slightest misalignment can is noticeable. The point of the pear should align perfectly with the tip of the curve, with no straight edges on the sides of the cut.