Looking for help finding a natural pear diamond

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Where (who) would you turn for help finding a pear-shaped natural diamond? I'm looking for something eye-clean with good light performance around 2.5-3 carats with a >1.51 ratio, >12mm length, and <5mm height (prioritizing the length and width over height). And, at least SI1 and I color though I'm learning that may vary depending on which organization rated it with some being more conservative than others? It will be over a solitaire platinum band. My budget depends on where a good option starts but hoping not to spend more than $20k. If that isn't viable, let me know, and I'll try to adjust my expectations. What do you think my minimum budget should be to achieve a "good" (probably mostly meaning "eye-catching") result? Bonus thanks if you can share a link to a specific stone you'd recommend.

 

[TXwidow]

maybe something like this: https://www.briangavindiamonds.com/...s/2-200-g-vvs1-virtual-selection-pear-diamond

 

[Rockdiamond]

And, at least SI1 and I color though I'm learning that may vary depending on which organization rated it with some being more conservative than others?

Hey!!!
Welcome to PS.
First thi8ng is....in the case of a natural diamond in the range you seek, there's only ONE lab worth considering- GIA.
If dealers are showing you stones with IGI or EGL reports, it's a very bad sign.

And as I do with pretty much anyone who asks about natural diamonds nowadays... are you aware of Lab diamonds and the implications thereof?

 

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maybe something like this: https://www.briangavindiamonds.com/...s/2-200-g-vvs1-virtual-selection-pear-diamond

Yes, the dimensions align, though I'm wondering if I can drop on color and/or clarity or if that is the level you think I need to target for a good result.

 

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Hey!!!
Welcome to PS.
First thi8ng is....in the case of a natural diamond in the range you seek, there's only ONE lab worth considering- GIA.
If dealers are showing you stones with IGI or EGL reports, it's a very bad sign.

And as I do with pretty much anyone who asks about natural diamonds nowadays... are you aware of Lab diamonds and the implications thereof?

Interesting, I'm wondering why exactly that's so important. Is it because only GIA will certify the diamonds that are worth pursuing in the first place? Also, no, I don't understand what you mean by lab diamonds and the implications. Looking only for a natural in this case.

 

[RunningwithScissors]

I was looking for a pear a few years ago (I love the shape!) and I reached out to Continental Diamond (was a recommendation from @Wink ). They found several contenders for me to look at online (with videos) and offered to bring them in house for me to see. I ended up not buying anything only because a client didn't pay my husband and I for a job we did, and that payment was going to fund the diamond purchase. But I'd use Continental again in a heartbeat. They were very professional and have a wonderful upgrade policy.

 

[Rockdiamond]

Dealers who sell natural diamonds won’t accept any other grade besides GIA to determine the value of a diamond.
Given the difference in price between diamonds with small differences in color or clarity small grade errors cost. GIA is the agreed upon standard.
In terms of the implications of lab diamonds on the market: labs are so much less expensive they’ve pretty much taken over the market. This has caused natural diamond prices to fall.
This trend seems likely to continue.
I mention this because so much of the advertising around natural mined diamonds has been centered on their use as a financial investment

 

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Dealers who sell natural diamonds won’t accept any other grade besides GIA to determine the value of a diamond.
Given the difference in price between diamonds with small differences in color or clarity small grade errors cost. GIA is the agreed upon standard.
In terms of the implications of lab diamonds on the market: labs are so much less expensive they’ve pretty much taken over the market. This has caused natural diamond prices to fall.
This trend seems likely to continue.
I mention this because so much of the advertising around natural mined diamonds has been centered on their use as a financial investment

Think I got it, I should target GIA-rated ones. Also, already not targeting a natural with any type of investment in mind, it's solely because of my partner's psychological/emotional preference. Appreciate your context.

 

[TruLuv858]

I was looking for a pear a few years ago (I love the shape!) and I reached out to Continental Diamond (was a recommendation from @Wink ). They found several contenders for me to look at online (with videos) and offered to bring them in house for me to see. I ended up not buying anything only because a client didn't pay my husband and I for a job we did, and that payment was going to fund the diamond purchase. But I'd use Continental again in a heartbeat. They were very professional and have a wonderful upgrade policy.

RWS- I am curious about Continental's upgrade policy? They had one for fancy shapes? I am so intrigued because it's usually only for rounds?

 

[tyty333]

Where (who) would you turn for help finding a pear-shaped natural diamond? I'm looking for something eye-clean with good light performance around 2.5-3 carats with a >1.51 ratio, >12mm length, and <5mm height (prioritizing the length and width over height). And, at least SI1 and I color though I'm learning that may vary depending on which organization rated it with some being more conservative than others? It will be over a solitaire platinum band. My budget depends on where a good option starts but hoping not to spend more than $20k. If that isn't viable, let me know, and I'll try to adjust my expectations. What do you think my minimum budget should be to achieve a "good" (probably mostly meaning "eye-catching") result? Bonus thanks if you can share a link to a specific stone you'd recommend.

Your requirements are too specific to find a nice pear (plus budget is on low side for our usual vendors).

If you want suggestions, you need to remove some of your requirements (specifically the 12 mm length would help).

You have to know with fancy-cut stones like pears, the more specific you are the less likely you will find a good selection
of nice stones to choose from. The number one priority we usually set for fancy-cut stones is a stone with good light
return (a pretty stone) that fits in your budget. Then you look at specs of the stone from there. If they are close enough
then you consider accepting them. Not saying ...its 11.89 in length so not acceptable. Or, it is 2.43 carats...too small.

You might want to re-examine your requirements and see which ones you can loosen up on or let go of.

I thought the one that @TXwidow found was pretty decent. Did you put that one on reserve?

Wishing you good luck with your hunt!