What is the best clarity and color for a diamond?

In general, the highest quality diamonds are totally colorless, whereas lower quality diamonds can often have a slight yellow tint. Diamond color is measured using Gemological Institute of America, or GIA color scale which goes from D (colorless) all the way to Z (light yellow or brown in color).

What does color and clarity of diamonds mean?

The color and clarity of a diamond are two key factors to consider when choosing your perfect engagement ring. Diamond clarity is the term used to measure naturally occurring ‘inclusions’ or tiny blemishes seen within a diamond at ten times magnification.

What is the clearest cut of a diamond?

1. ROUND BRILLIANT DIAMOND. By far the most popular cut is the Round Brilliant, with it’s fifty-seven perfectly aligned facets it’s brilliance really does out-shine the others. Total internal reflection is the key here; light travels through the stone giving optimum sparkle and scintillation.

What is the cut and clarity of a diamond?

When writing the grades of a diamond using the AGS Scale, diamond Cut grade is first, then diamond Color, Clarity, then Carat Weight—in that order. If a diamond possessing the finest diamond Cut grade is also colorless, free of inclusions and blemishes, and weighs one carat, it would be written as: 0/0/0–1.000 carat.

What’s more important carat or clarity?

In general, buying a higher-clarity diamond that is smaller is a better choice than getting a bigger stone of lower clarity. It is most important to adhere to this principle when the only way to get a higher-carat diamond is to accept clarity that is so low that the stone has visible inclusions.

Is s12 clarity diamond good?

Is SI2 diamond clarity good? SI2 diamond clarity can be a smart purchase, depending on if the diamond is eye-clean. SI2 diamonds tend to have more imperfections and more noticeable inclusions than better grades like SI1 and VS2, but sometimes you can find an eye-clean stone.

Is vs1 or vs2 better?

VS diamonds have minor inclusions that cannot be seen without 10x magnification. VS1 is a higher clarity grade than VS2, which may have some visible inclusions. A VS grade diamond is less expensive than a VVS diamond.

What is VVS clarity in diamonds?

Very, Very Slightly Included category (VVS) diamonds have minute inclusions that are difficult for a skilled grader to see under 10x magnification. The VVS category is divided into two grades; VVS1 denotes a higher clarity grade than VVS2.

What clarity diamond is the best?

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.

Which diamond cuts sparkle the most?

Round Brilliant

Which diamond cut is most expensive?

round brilliant

What’s more important color or clarity?

The color grade is more important than the clarity grade because cushion-cut diamonds tend to retain a lot of color. Because of this, you can go as low as SI1 or SI2 on the clarity scale, and the diamond should still appear flawless. If you are shopping for a radiant diamond, prioritize color over clarity.

Are If diamonds rare?

Without any visible inclusions even under 10x magnification, these diamonds are pristine, incredibly rare—and incredibly expensive. When you see a diamond labeled as Flawless (FL) or Internally Flawless (IF), you might think it’s the best diamond clarity to buy.

Which cent Diamond is best?

What Carat Diamond is Best for Studs?0.75 ctw. At this size, the diamonds are over 4 mm in diameter and really make an impact. 1.00 ctw. When you reach the 1-ctw mark, each diamond is over 5 mm in diameter, a very nice size for diamond studs. 1.50 ctw. 2.00 ctw.