Diamond clarity is a qualitative metric that grades the visual appearance of each diamond. A diamond’s clarity grade will be better with fewer inclusions and flaws.
Luxsso Diamond Clarity Chart
Diamond inclusions are internal flaws. Luxsso rejects any diamond with noticeable imperfections to the unaided eye.
• FL – FL diamond are flawless
• IF – IF diamonds are Internally Flawless
• VVS1 VVS2 – VVS diamonds (1 and 2) are Very, Very Slightly Included
• VS1 VS2 – VS diamonds (1 and 2) are Very Slightly Included
• SI1 SI2 – SI diamonds (1 and 2) are Slightly Included
The gemological standards in this section refer only to individually registered engagement diamonds set in certain ring styles.
How Are Clarity Grades Determined & Diamond Clarity Chart?
Diamonds are clarity graded by looking at the top of the diamond. A clarity grade is given to each diamond based on the size, colour, nature and position of any inclusions under magnification. If you are trying to determine the best clarity for a diamond, remember that no diamond is perfectly pure. But the nearer it comes to purity, the better its clarity.
How Important Is Diamond Clarity?
Diamond clarity is a qualitative metric that grades the visual appearance of each diamond. A diamond’s clarity grade will be better with fewer inclusions and flaws. The clarity of a diamond can have a significant impact on its price.
Diamond clarity refers to the absence of these inclusions and blemishes. Every diamond is unique. None is perfect under 10× magnification, though some come close. Known as Flawless diamonds, these are exceptionally rare. Most jewellers have never even seen one.
The clarity scale contains 11 grades, with most diamonds falling into the VS (very slightly included) or SI (slightly included) categories. In determining a clarity grade, the system considers the size, nature, position, colour or relief, and quantity of clarity characteristics visible under 10× magnification.
| FL | Flawless |
|---|---|
| IF | Internally Flawless |
| VVS1 and VVS2 | Very, Very Slightly Included |
| VS1 and VS2 | Very Slightly Included |
| SI1 and SI2 | Slightly Included |
| I1, I2, and I3 | Included (Not carried by Luxsso). |
