Diamond Clarity
DIAMOND
CLARITY
Inclusions found on a diamond can be considered nature's birthmarks, the diwstinguishing characteristics that make the stone unique
When grading a diamond, the amont of inclusions and blemishes has a direct impact on its clarity and value. Flawless diamonds containing no inclusions are extremely rare and very expensive.
GRADING SCALE
Move the slider to view different diamond clarity grades or view the Clarity Grade Chart below
DIAMOND CLARITY GRADE CHART
FL/IF |
Flawless/ Internally Flawless
3% of jewellery quality diamonds are rated FL/IF. No intinclusions or blemishes are visible under 10x magnification.
See FL & IF Graded Diamonds
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VVS1,VVS2 |
Very, Very Slightly Included
VVS1: Inclusions are extremely difficult to see at 10x.
See VVS Graded Diamonds
VVS2: Inclusions are very difficult to see at 10x. |
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VS1,VS2
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Very Slightly Included
VS1: Inclusions are minor and slightly less visible at 10x. VS2: Inclusions are minor and slightly more visible at 10x.
See VS Graded Diamonds
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SI1,SI2
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Slightly Included
SI1: Inclusions are noticeable at 10x and may be visible to the unaided eye.
See I &K Graded Diamonds
SI2: More noticeable inclusions at 10x and usually visible to the naked eye. |
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I1-I3
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Heavily Included
I1-I3: Inclusions are obvious, visible to the eye under 10x magnification.
Not carried by Michael Trio.
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MICHAEL TRIO DIAMOND CLARITY QUALITY
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