What does G VS2 mean?

VS2 (Very Slightly Included 2) in a Nutshell

Meaning, they're still invisible to the naked eye! It's like a safety filter where you don't have to sort out eye clean SI1 and SI2 diamonds, but simply trust the grade because VS2s are always eye clean, especially the ones graded by GIA or AGS.

Is G VS2 a good diamond?

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 a G color diamond 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.

Is G VS1 a good 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.

Is F or G diamond better?

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. However, most of the time, you'll be better off buying a G or H color diamond over one with an F color grade.

Watch this before you buy a VS2 diamond!

What is diamond G?

Diamonds whose color is graded G are at the top of the Near Colorless grading range. The top three grades (D, E and F) make up the Colorless range. Diamonds graded with one of the next four grades (G, H, I and J) are considered Near Colorless.

Is G better than H in diamonds?

As we mentioned above, the H color grade is part of the “near-colorless” range of the diamond color scale developed by the GIA. In fact, the H color is actually the second-highest color grade in this category (G is the highest, with D, E and F part of the “colorless” range).

Do G color diamonds look yellow?

Though they are “near colorless,” no — G color diamonds really don't look yellow; they're most accurately described as having a slightly warm cast. You can't really tell G color diamonds have this subtle warmth unless they're placed side by side with a diamond that is truly colorless (and significantly more expensive).

Which 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.

Are VS2 diamonds real?

A VS2 diamond is a diamond graded “Very Slightly Included 2” on the diamond clarity grading scale. This grade is one step lower than VS1 (Very Slightly Included 1), and one higher than SI1 (Slightly Included 1).

What is G colour diamond?

Colour G. G graded diamonds are nearly colourless and a slight colour difference only become perceptible when compared to diamonds of grades D or E. G stones appear colourless especially once set and therefore offer excellent value for money.

Can you tell difference between G and F diamonds?

F and G color diamonds will be almost impossible to distinguish even when compared side by side. In fact, when viewed face up, a gemologist will have a difficult time differentiating between the F in the colorless range and the G in the near colorless range.

Which diamond clarity is the best?

The best diamond clarity is Flawless (FL). In essence, a Flawless diamond features no internal or external blemishes. Similarly, the Internally Flawless (IF) grade means the diamond has no internal flaws but might have external blemishes.

What is better VS2 or SI1?

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.

What is the best diamond color?

D Color Diamonds (Absolutely Colorless)

D color diamond is the highest grade and is extremely rare—the highest color grade that money can buy. Eight percent of customers choose a D color diamond.

What is a VS2 diamond worth?

A good quality 0.5 carat diamond (H, VS2) is around $3,000 per carat. This means the diamond itself would be priced at $1,500 (0.5 * $3,000).

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.

Is it better to have better color or clarity in a diamond?

In Conclusion

Color and clarity both play major roles in how a diamond will look. A diamond with a poor clarity grade may look dirty, with visible inclusions and blemishes. However, beyond the point at which a diamond becomes eye-clean, it's not worth paying extra for a higher clarity grade.

Are Costco diamonds real?

Costco offers our members high quality jewelry at an exceptional value. Our team of GIA Graduate Gemologists inspect every diamond to ensure it meets Costco's strict quality standards. We only sell natural and untreated diamonds.

Is color better than G color?

Only a tiny percentage of diamonds receive this grade, making D color stones both very rare and very expensive. E and F are also in the colorless part of the scale. G, on the other hand, is the highest grade in the near-colorless range, which also includes H, I and J.

What does G SI1 diamond mean?

What is an SI1 Clarity Diamond. SI1 or Slightly Included 1 diamonds have inclusions that are noticeable under 10x magnification by a trained gemologist. These diamonds may have 1 inclusion that is eye visible, but generally the inclusions cannot be identified, unless magnified.

Is D the best diamond colour?

When you're grading the color of your diamond, of course! D is the highest colorless diamond grade and the ultimate colorless gem. D color diamonds are the pinnacles of icy colorless perfection.

What makes a diamond sparkle?

This is because they lack facets or faces that bounce and reflect light. Diamonds sparkle is a result of light performance. As light hits a diamond, it penetrates the diamond, bounces around and reflects within the diamond and ultimately returns light to your eye. That is the sparkle that you see.

What is the most important thing to look for when buying a diamond?

Out of the 4 C's of diamonds, the cut of the diamond is the most important. This is followed by color, clarity, and carat weight.

Which diamond shape looks biggest?

The four shapes that look the largest per carat are (in order of which looks the largest): marquise, pear, oval, and emerald diamonds. Among these shapes, oval diamonds are a top choice among those who want a classic-style engagement ring, yet want to maximize the size of their engagement ring's center diamond.