Which one is better VS1 or VS2?
Which one is better VS1 or VS2?
A VS1 diamond has no visible inclusions and under 10x magnification, the inclusions are almost unidentifiable. These diamonds make up the top 5 percent of all gem-quality stones. VS2 diamonds will only have eye-visible inclusions 5 percent or less of the time, which are more common in stones over 1 carat.
Is VS2 better than VVS1?
VS1 vs VVS2: Differences in price There aren’t many differences between VS1 and VVS2 diamonds, but you’ll pay different prices depending on which clarity grade you decide on. Diamonds in the VVS2 range are considered the best value of the higher clarities — and it won’t compromise your diamond’s brilliance.
What is the difference between VS1 and VS2 clarity?
The most common VS1 inclusions are crystal (white or black), feather, indented natural, knot, or needle. Whereas a VS2 diamond will have eye-visible inclusions only 5 percent or less of the time, and only in larger diamonds above 1 carat.
Is VS2 clarity good enough?
Diamonds with a VS2 clarity grade offer you the best balance of beauty and affordability. We think they are the best diamond value. Buying a diamond that has a lower clarity grade but still no eye-visible inclusions will leave more money in your budget to buy a larger, more beautifully cut diamond.
Is VSI better than VS2?
A VS1 diamond has slightly fewer and smaller inclusions than a VS2 diamond. In other words, a VS1 diamond is slightly better than a VS2 diamond.
Is VS1 good for a diamond?
By definition, VS1 is an abbreviation for Very Slightly Included. Diamonds in this clarity grade have inclusions which are very minute and somewhat difficult for a skilled grader to see under 10X magnification.
Is VS1 a good quality diamond?
For people who are on a budget and are conscious about clarity, VS1 diamonds are great options to consider when shopping for diamond jewelry. The VS1 grade provides good value for money and lies in a sweet spot on the clarity scale with very minor inclusions that are not visible to the naked eye.
Should I buy VVS1 or VVS2?
VVS1 and VVS2 both have excellent clarity, and you won’t really be able to tell the difference when you look at the two. In a VVS1 diamond, the inclusions are so tiny you can’t even see them at 10x magnification. In a VVS2 the inclusions are still very tiny, but you can begin to see them at that magnification.
What clarity Diamond should I buy?
For diamonds over 2 carats, a clarity grade of VS2 or higher is the safest bet for avoiding any signs of visible inclusions. In diamonds between 1 and 2 carats, clarity grades of SI1 or better will not have inclusions easily visible to the naked eye.
Is VVS better than VS1?
VVS (Very Very Slightly Included) diamonds are a grade better than VS (Very Slightly Included) diamonds. VS diamonds (both VS1 and VS2) contain a small number of inclusions when the diamond is viewed under 10x magnification.