popular diamond shapes

Elongated Diamond Faceoff: Oval vs. Pear

The most important part of every engagement ring easily is the center stone! When beginnning the design process, first narrow down your favorite center stone shape. Most people do not know what center stone they’d like right away. It’s normal to be between stone shapes and only the process of elimination can determine which is going to be perfect for you. Today we will focus on one of the most popular combination of stones that our clients get stuck between: oval vs. pear shape diamonds

 

Oval vs. Pear Shape Diamonds

When you compare oval vs. pear shape diamonds, it’s easy to understand getting stuck between these shapes. They both are rounded, elongated, and show up large on the hand.  Follow along with this video comparing oval and pear diamonds as you read on.  When looking at these shapes you want to pay attention to the outline ensuring the shape is crisp. Some may prefer a more elongated diamond shape. Others prefer a wider spreading belly of which gives the finger more coverage east-west.  You will also want to pay attention to the bowtie effect for both of these stones. While they will never be completely non existent it can be less noticeable. The shape has to do with the diamond’s ratio and to read more about diamond ratios, please see our blog here: 

Not only do these diamonds flatter the hand, they also cost less than a round brilliant. This is because round brilliants lose the most rough diamond during cutting, resulting in price increases.
Pear oval and marquise diamonds

We are noticing that the oval and pear cut diamonds are among the most loved diamond shapes! The oval and pear offer brilliance that can be noticed from miles away. However you get a more unique shape. If you are looking for something unique but sparkles plenty, consider oval and pear cut diamonds!

Check our our pear cut engagement ring designs and our oval cut ring designs on our website and contact us today to find out more about designing your engagement ring with any diamond center.

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