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Diamond Clarity
What You Need To Know About Diamond Clarity |
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A diamond clarity grade is a measure of how free the diamond is from internal inclusions
(imperfections), or external blemishes (marks of various kinds). Diamonds which have no
inclusions or blemishes are incredibly rare in nature. Most diamonds have flaws which
cannot be seen except using 10x magnification - which is how diamonds are graded.
Such flaws do not affect the beauty of the diamond.
Diamond Clarity Grades
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Clarity Grade |
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FL |
Flawless |
FL diamonds are
flawless with no inclusions and no external blemishes.
Diamonds in this grade are extremely scarce.
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IF |
Internally Flawless |
Diamonds in this grade have no inclusions
and are much sought after because they are so rare.
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VVS1 |
Very, Very Slightly Included |
Inclusions are
difficult to see, even when using a microscope. This is one of
the top clarity grades available for purchase and offers
exceptional brilliance.
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VVS2 |
Very, Very Slightly Included |
Inclusions are
difficult to see, even when using a microscope, and are
invisible without magnification. This is one of the highest
clarity grades available and represents a fine
investment.
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VS1 |
Very Slightly Included |
VS1 diamonds have
inclusions which are not visible to the naked eye, and only
just visible using 10x magnification. These diamonds offer
exceptional value for money.
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VS2 |
Very Slightly Included |
VS2 diamonds have
inclusions which are only just visible using 10x
magnification. The inclusions are not visible to the naked
eye. These diamonds offer exceptional value for the price.
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SI1 |
Slightly Included |
SI1 diamonds have
tiny inclusions which can be seen using 10x magnification but
are almost never visible to the naked eye. SI1 diamonds
represent excellent value for those on a more limited budget.
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SI2 |
Slightly Included |
SI2 diamonds have
miniscule inclusions which can be seen using 10x
magnification. They may occasionally be visible without
magnification. This clarity grade is popular with those
seeking a balance between first-rate value and a lower budget.
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SI3 |
Slightly Included |
SI3 diamonds have
minute inclusions which may be seen using a jeweler's loupe
with 10x magnification. These inclusions may sometimes also be
visible without magnification.
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I1-2-3 |
I1-2-3 Included |
These diamonds
have inclusions which can sometimes be noticed by the naked
eye and usually when using 10x magnification.
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Learn about some of the internal and external clarity characteristics of diamonds
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