Pears
A rounded drop, fuller than a tear drop, usually faceted. Hangs point-up or point-down depending on the drill.
- Measured as
- Width by length, e.g. 6x9mm
- Usually drilled
- Top-drilled across the point, or center-drilled lengthwise
- Used for
- Earrings, pendants, graduated necklaces
Pears in the collection
See the collectionSky Blue Topaz Faceted Pear, 7x10 mm
Mystic Topaz Faceted Pear, Mystic, 6x9-7x10 mm
Imperial Topaz Faceted Pear, Pink Orange, 6x9 mm, AAA grade
Zircon Faceted Pear, Shaded Blue, 6x9-7x10 mm
London Blue Topaz Faceted Pear, 7x9-8x11 mm
Sky Blue Topaz Faceted Pear, 6x9 mm
Imperial Topaz Faceted Pear, Pink Orange, 5x8 mm, AAA grade
Zircon Faceted Pear, Blue, 5x8-6x9 mm
London Blue Topaz Faceted Pear, 7x9 mm
Sky Blue Topaz Faceted Pear, 7x10 mm
Imperial Topaz Faceted Pear, Pink Orange, 5x7-9x12 mm
Other shapes
From the blog
All postsWhat is labradorite and why does it flash
Labradorite is a plagioclase feldspar whose blue to gold flash, called labradorescence, comes from light bouncing between thin internal layers. To judge a strand, tilt it under one point light and count how many beads show face-up color. More even, face-filling flashes across more beads signals a stronger strand for stringing.
What can I make with pear shaped gemstone beads
Gemstone notes for jewelry makers. Ask Anish to confirm the current strand, price and availability.
How to inspect a gemstone bead strand at a show in 60 seconds
Run the strand through your fingers to feel for chips or rough spots. Hold it to the light to see if the color matches across beads. Use a loupe to check drill holes for chipping and centering. Count beads against the tag. Check the ends for any filler beads. Ask the exact stone name and where it was cut.