Never skimp on cut.
Diamond cut and clarity chart.
We ll also bring together all the four cs of gem grading carat color cut and clarity and recommend combinations that work well.
For round cut diamonds under 1 carat a vs2 or si1 clarity grade will give you an eye clean diamond sometimes even si2 doesn t have visible inclsuions.
With a high quality cut you can get away with a diamond lower in color and clarity.
For color d or completely colorless diamond is the highest grade.
Ags 3 or 4.
Fl or flawless is the highest grade for clarity.
It s usually a safe bet that the diamond will be eye clean.
The larger the diamond carat weight can be a factor the easier it is to see.
An fl diamond has no imperfections even when magnified 10x by a professional.
Diamond cut clarity color and carat see ags and gia grade charts and info about the 4cs diamond cut clarity color and carat are the 4 c s which affect the quality of a diamond the level of fire and brilliance a diamond displays plus a diamond s durability and value.
A perfectly cut diamond will exhibit a lot of brilliance to the point that it masks inclusions.
Very slightly included diamonds with a clarity grade of 3 or 4 vs1 or vs2 have minor inclusions.
While flawless and colorless diamonds are extremely rare cut determines a diamond s true value.
Vs2 diamonds are the sweet spot for getting a good quality diamond and saving money.
Ags 5 6 or 7.
In step cut shapes such as emerald cut and asscher cut diamonds the shallow pavilion and open table accentuate the clarity of the stone and can make characteristics more easily visible.
The importance of diamond clarity is affected by the other diamond qualities such as shape and size.