2.5 Carat Pearvs2.5 Carat Princess

When comparing a 2.5 carat Pear to a 2.5 carat Princess, the 2.5 carat Pear appears visually larger. It has a face-up surface area that is approximately 23% larger than the 2.5 carat Princess. The distinctive teardrop pear shape measures 11.6mm in length, creating a more elongated appearance compared to the modern square princess cut at 7.5mm.

Detailed Measurements:

The 2.5 carat pear diamond measures 11.6mm × 7.6mm, while the 2.5 carat princess measures 7.5mm × 7.5mm. The 2.5 carat pear covers approximately 68% 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 princess 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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