Cut Library — Comparison
Oval vs Pear
Oval
An oval is an elongated brilliant-cut shape — effectively a stretched round brilliant, with the same 57/58-facet arrangement adapted to an elliptical outline.
Full Oval guide →Pear
A pear is a brilliant-faceted shape combining a rounded end with a single point, resembling a teardrop.
Full Pear guide →| Attribute | Oval | Pear |
|---|---|---|
| Outline | Elliptical | One rounded end, one point |
| Faceting | Modern brilliant | Modern brilliant |
| Typical use | Engagement rings, especially elongated/east-west styles | Engagement rings, drop earrings, pendants |
| Availability | Widely available | — |
| Common issue | Bow tie (a dark shadow across the centre) | Bow tie; asymmetry between the two sides |
| Typical L:W ratio | 1.30–1.50 for a classic look; 1.50+ reads more elongated | 1.45–1.75 |
| Setting note | — | The point needs protective setting (usually a V-prong) |
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