Updated as of June 2026
Pear cut
The pear cut is a teardrop that blends round brilliance with an elongating point. Here is how it behaves and which stones show it off best.
Best gemstones for a pear cut
7.0
Paraiba Tourmaline
Blue · Mohs 7.258.4Diamond
Colorless · Mohs 108.0Alexandrite
Green · Mohs 8.57.0Red Beryl
Red · Mohs 7.758.0Padparadscha Sapphire
Orange · Mohs 97.4Taaffeite
Purple · Mohs 87.8Ruby
Red · Mohs 96.8Emerald
Green · Mohs 7.56.6Benitoite
Blue · Mohs 6.57.2Lab-Grown Diamond
Colorless · Mohs 107.2Demantoid Garnet
Green · Mohs 6.757.8Black Diamond
Black · Mohs 10Each link opens the pear guide for that stone, with price by carat and the best settings.
Frequently asked questions
What is a pear cut?
A pear cut is a teardrop that blends round brilliance with an elongating point. It works across engagement rings, pendants, and earrings.
Is the pear cut a good choice?
Yes for the right look. A teardrop that blends round brilliance with an elongating point. Match it to the stone and setting you love, and check that the cut is well proportioned and symmetrical.
Which gemstones suit a pear cut?
Most faceted stones are cut this way. Popular pear choices include Paraiba Tourmaline, Diamond, Alexandrite, Red Beryl.