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by Admin
Posted on 30-09-2022 11:27 AM
Unlike carat weight , which is standardized, color and clarity grading are subjective human estimations. Moreover, some laboratories have softer standards than others: the diamonds seen in many chain stores, malls, and discount outlets have noticeable tint at higher grades, unlike diamonds sent to top-tier laboratories. This can give shoppers a false and negative first impression about warmer color. Diamond clarity grading is a subjective judgment
standards also vary, so diamonds graded vs1 or vs2 in a chain
store
might be judged si1 at gia or ags
undisclosed issues can exist beyond 10x magnification, as we will cover below. Pricescope pointer: take a cut quality shortcut.
“the diamond i like is perfect for me in almost every way but seems to have some small inclusions at the edge. Can those be covered by a prong?” depending on the exact location, our master setters will make every effort to try to cover any inclusions that can be disguised with a prong. “should i be more concerned about clarity or cut when i look at a diamond?” both elements are important. Since clean origin sells no diamonds less than si clarity grade, even our lowest grade will require magnification to see any inclusions. A round diamond with an excellent or ideal cut grade will provide the maximum possible sparkle within each clarity grade.
Diamond flaws can occur in several different forms. Some are internal, which class as inclusions and others are surface faults – often man-made – and are known as blemishes. Fully understanding inclusions is beyond the scope of this article, but in this section, we will try to familiarize you with the basic inclusions and how to identify them.
In this chapter, we’re going to cover the basics of diamond clarity. (including what it is, why it happens, and the different types). I’ll also show you how each one affects the beauty of the diamond.
Very Very Small Inclusions 1 (VVS1)
Clarity is one of the main characteristics of a diamond that grades how clean the diamond is from any kind of inclusions (internal flaws) and blemishes (external flaws). According to the gemological institute of america (gia), diamond clarity is graded on the following scale:
fl (flawless) – no inclusions and blemishes visible under 10x magnification. If (internally flawless) – no inclusions visible under 10x magnification.
Vvs1, vvs2 (very very slightly included) – hardly noticeable and very small inclusions visible under a gemological microscope. Vs1, vs2 (very slightly included) – minor inclusions visible with effort under 10x magnification. Si1 and si2 (slightly included) – easily noticeable inclusions under 10x magnification.
Flawless diamonds show no blemishes or inclusions when examined by a skilled grader under 10x magnification. There is very little demand for fl diamonds in the new zealand market. Internally flawless diamonds show no inclusions and only insignificant blemishes under 10x magnification. Normally what separates if from fl stones are characteristics that can be removed by minor re-polishing. There is currently a growing demand for if diamonds in the nz market. Very, very slightly included vvs1 and vvs2 vvs diamonds contain minute inclusions that are very difficult for even a skilled diamond grader to locate under 10x magnification. In vvs1, they are extremely difficult to see, visible only from the pavilion or are small and shallow enough to be removed by minor re-polishing.
Here’s a little more information about each diamond clarity grade: fl – flawless inclusions cannot be seen even under a jeweller’s loupe (a 10x magnification eye-glass). Matching flawless diamond earrings are extremely rare, so you would expect to pay a very, very high price. Vvs i – very very slight inclusions extremely small inclusions that are difficult to find even when using a jeweller’s loupe. You may see this category expressed as vvs1 or vvs2, where vvs1 is slightly cleaner than vvs2. These diamonds are very rare. Vs i – very slight inclusions these inclusions are hard to spot with the naked eye.