Diamond clarity is used to assess the degree of internal and external flaws in a diamond. Clarity ratings are usually conducted by professional organizations and are graded based on the number, size, location, and visibility of flaws. The following are some common clarity grades:
1. FL (Flawless): Completely flawless, with no internal or external defects visible to the naked eye or under a 10x magnifying glass.
2. IF (Internally Flawless): Internally flawless, but may have minor external flaws.
3. VVS1/VVS2 (Very Very Slightly Included): Extremely small internal defects that are difficult to detect with a magnifying glass.
4. VS1/VS2 (Very Slightly Included): Slightly visible internal defects that can be detected with a magnifying glass.
5. SI1/SI2 (Slightly Included): Internal defects are more obvious and may be visible to the naked eye.
6. I1/I2/I3 (Included): Internal flaws are obvious and affect the beauty and durability of the diamond.
Clarity has a significant impact on the value of a diamond. Generally, the higher the clarity, the more expensive the diamond. Understanding clarity grades can help diamond buyers make more informed choices.
