Does a pear look bigger than a round?

Yes — a pear of the same carat weight typically reads 20–25% larger face-up because the shape stretches the outline.

Best setting for a pear?

Halo, hidden halo, and five-stone (with tapered sides) all work beautifully. A V-tip or chevron prong protects the point.

The tip is the vulnerable spot — a V-tip prong protects it and is standard in almost every pear setting.

Pear cut, elegant and unmistakable.

Which way should the point face and how big does it look?

Pears elongate the finger and photograph beautifully. Here's what to know about orientation, setting, and true scale.

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What it actually looks like

A pear is a teardrop — one rounded end and one pointed end. It's the shape that reads most editorial without trying, and it's the fastest-growing engagement ring shape of the last five years.

Pears wear big for their carat weight. A 1.5ct pear on a size-6 finger reads closer to a 2ct oval face-up.

The point almost always faces the fingernail. It's a subtle preference, not a rule — but it lengthens the finger and photographs cleaner.

In this guide

Pear carat-to-mm at true scale
Point up or down: what most people choose
Best settings: halo, hidden halo, five-stone
Pear vs. oval vs. marquise

Pear size, at true scale

A 1ct pear in a classic ratio is about 8.5 × 5.5mm. A 1.5ct is around 10 × 6.5mm. A 2ct is roughly 11 × 7mm. Point-up on a size-6 finger, a 1.5ct pear is a real presence without feeling costume.

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FAQ

Common questions

Which way should the point face?: Toward the fingernail — it lengthens the finger and is the orientation almost every jeweler recommends.
Does a pear look bigger than a round?: Yes — a pear of the same carat weight typically reads 20–25% larger face-up because the shape stretches the outline.
Best setting for a pear?: Halo, hidden halo, and five-stone (with tapered sides) all work beautifully. A V-tip or chevron prong protects the point.
Are pears fragile?: The tip is the vulnerable spot — a V-tip prong protects it and is standard in almost every pear setting.

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