US guides
Bow-tie risk exists on both. Watch the middle while the stone turns.
A marquise is symmetric end to end. A pear has a rounded shoulder. People who want a directional look pick the pear.
Ratio still comes from the certificate. Do not judge length from a tilted photo.
Compare them at the same carat before you commit a US order. Carat Mate ships the certified loose diamond and its lab report to United States addresses. Prices on the site are in USD. Wrong-item returns may be considered within 3 days of delivery, subject to review.