0.5 Carat Cushionvs0.5 Carat Pear

When comparing a 0.5 carat Cushion to a 0.5 carat Pear, the 0.5 carat Cushion appears visually larger. It has a face-up surface area that is approximately 17% larger than the 0.5 carat Pear. The distinctive teardrop pear shape measures 6.4mm in length, creating a more elongated appearance compared to the romantic cushion cut with rounded corners at 4.9mm.

Detailed Measurements:

The 0.5 carat cushion diamond measures 4.9mm × 4.9mm, while the 0.5 carat pear measures 6.4mm × 4.1mm. On an average finger (size 6.5), this diamond occupies about 38% of the finger width, offering a balanced and elegant look.

Shopping Considerations:

Beyond size, consider that cushion diamonds tend to have different brilliance patterns compared to pear cuts. Use the interactive visual tool above to see these diamonds side-by-side with a US dime for real-world scale reference. The measurements shown are based on well-cut diamonds with standard proportions.

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