1.25 Carat Pearvs1.25 Carat Round

When comparing a 1.25 carat Pear to a 1.25 carat Round, the 1.25 carat Pear appears visually larger. It has a face-up surface area that is approximately 19% larger than the 1.25 carat Round. The distinctive teardrop pear shape measures 9.2mm in length, creating a more elongated appearance compared to the classic round brilliant cut at 6.8mm.

Detailed Measurements:

The 1.25 carat pear diamond measures 9.2mm × 6mm, while the 1.25 carat round measures 6.8mm × 6.8mm. The 1.25 carat pear covers approximately 54% of the width of an average finger (size 6.5), creating a substantial, eye-catching presence.

Shopping Considerations:

Beyond size, consider that pear diamonds tend to have different brilliance patterns compared to round 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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