Is VS1 or VS2 better?

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.
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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.
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Is VS1 a good clarity?

A VS1 diamond is a high clarity grade with no visible inclusions and only small, hard-to-identify inclusions under 10x magnification. These diamonds represent the top 5 percent of all gem-quality stones. The most common VS1 inclusions are crystal (white or black), feather, indented natural, knot, or needle.
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Whats better SI1 or VS2?

On the GIA's diamond grading scale an SI1 clarity grade is one level worse than a VS2 clarity grade, but an SI1 diamond may not always look worse than a VS2 diamond - it all depends on the types of inclusions and their locations.
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Is VS2 clarity good?

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.
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VS2 vs VS1: Diamond Clarity Comparison



Can the naked eye see VS2?

VS2 diamonds bear noticeable inclusions under 10x magnification that are easily spotted by a professional. Although without magnification tools or bionic eyes, you wouldn't see any flaw. Meaning, they're still invisible to the naked eye!
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Which is more expensive VS1 or VS2?

The price differences in VS1 vs. VS2 can range anywhere from only a few cents more per carat to 25% more expensive, depending on the carat weight and the other 4Cs. If the price difference is not exponential, VS1 is usually recommended over VS2.
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How good is VS2 in a diamond?

Usually, a VS2 clarity grade represents a high-quality diamond (in terms of the number or scale of inclusions present). Your aim when purchasing a diamond should be to find a stone that is eye-clean, meaning it doesn't have any imperfections visible to the naked eye, and many VS2 diamonds pass as eye-clean.
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Which diamond clarity is best?

The highest clarity grade for a diamond is FL, or flawless. The GIA only ever grades a diamond as flawless when it has no inclusions or blemishes that can be seen by a skill grader, even if it's viewed under 10x magnification.
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What diamond is better VS or SI?

Theoretically, the difference between SI1 and VS2 diamonds is that SI1 diamonds are more included than VS2 diamonds. But sometimes an SI1 can be a better choice than a VS2 diamond, because the inclusions are less noticeable or they're in a place that's hidden by your setting or the prongs holding it.
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Is VS or VVS better?

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.
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Are VS diamonds worth it?

Overall, VS clarity is a great option for most diamond buyers. These stones almost never have visible imperfections. Their pricing is also much more affordable than that of diamonds with higher clarity.
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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.
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Do VVS diamonds lose value?

While VVS diamonds are rare compared to lower clarity grades, they're still, ultimately, not a good investment. Diamond resale prices are low, and you're unlikely to sell any white diamond for more than its sticker price.
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Do VS2 diamonds sparkle?

These diamond shapes are like windows letting you see everything inside. While most diamond shapes are brilliant and sparkly, these cuts have nothing to distract your eye from flaws. That said, some VS2 clarity fancy-cut diamonds will still appear flawless.
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Is H color diamond good?

Conclusion. For most diamonds, the H color grade is an excellent choice. A well-cut H color diamond looks colorless to the naked eye, all while costing anywhere from 15 to 30% less than a comparable diamond with a D color grade.
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Is an F color diamond good?

F color diamonds look fantastic, with an almost completely colorless appearance that's ideal for both white and colored metals alike. As the least expensive color grade in the colorless area of the diamond color scale, an F color diamond offer slightly better value than a D or E diamond.
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Which diamond cut shines the most?

Statistically, a round diamond cut sparkles the most out of all diamond shapes. It's the diamond's ability to reflect light within exact proportions. All brilliant fancy shapes can give excellent sparkle if the round diamond isn't for you.
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Is VS1 always eye clean?

In a VS1 diamond, the imperfections are smaller and harder to see than those in a VS2. Diamonds with a VS1 clarity grade will always be eye-clean. That means they'll have no imperfections visible to the naked eye.
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What diamond color is best?

What are diamond color grades?
  • Diamonds are graded on a scale starting with D and ending with Z.
  • D diamonds are the most colorless.
  • D, E, and F color diamonds are “colorless.”
  • G and H still look colorless and are the best value.
  • Colors I through Z show more yellow or brown the closer to Z they get.
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Is G diamond color good?

Why is G the most popular color grade for diamond engagement rings? G-color is the top diamond color grade in the near-colorless color range. These are diamonds that professionals can tell have a slight tint of color but that appear colorless to the rest of us.
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Is diamond color 1 GOOD?

I color diamonds offer an excellent combination of near-colorless beauty and value for money, making them a great choice. For the best appearance, we recommend sticking to the round or princess cuts for diamonds in this color, although the Asscher and emerald cuts are also fine.
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Is J color diamond good?

As we explained above, J color diamonds are the lowest color grade that's still considered near colorless by the GIA. Both of these diamonds are from James Allen. Aside from their color, they're identical in terms of quality — 1.00 carat, VS2, excellent cut round brilliant cut diamonds.
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Is a 2 carat ring big?

Is a 2 Carat Diamond Considered to be Big? The average carat weight for a diamond engagement ring is about 0.9 carat, meaning a 2 Carat Diamond is definitely considered big. With 2 carat engagement rings, the diamond is noticeable and eye-catching.
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