Diamond Clarity

Most diamonds contain naturally occurring internal characteristics called inclusions. Only a very small percentage could be classified as flawless. The size, nature, location and number of inclusions determine a diamond's clarity grade and affect its value. A flawless diamond has no visible inclusions under 10X [poser] magnification.

Below are representations of the different degrees of clarity grades in diamonds.

 

 

 

• FL-IF: No inclusions visible under 10x magnification.
• VVS1-2: Minute - extremely difficult to find under 10x.
• VS1-2: Minor - difficult to find under 10x.
• SI1-2: Noticeable, easy to find under 10x.
• I1-I2: Obvious under 10x - Visible to the naked eye.

Clarity Grading

Inclusions are internal features which are wholly or partially surrounded by the stone, for instance, crystalline and solid inclusions, dot-like inclusions, clouds, cracks [cleavage, fracture and tension cracks], feathers and structural phenomena.

For more information on clarity grading ask a representative when purchasing a diamond.