How Can A Diamond Clarity Chart Help You In Selecting A Perfect Cushion Cut?

Diamonds are forever. What a fascinating time it would be for those who get the perfect diamond that suits their personality. For those who are looking for the right engagement ring, you are at the right place. Till now, you probably seen the radiant cut diamond, cushion cut diamond and other cuts of diamonds. Despite other fancy cut, people tend to go for the traditional cuts of diamonds as they look authentic and quite royal.

Clarity is one of the 4Cs of Diamond that determines the value of the perfect diamond. In this post, you will get to know the actual clarity chart of diamond that can help you to find the best cushion cut diamond for your prospects. As a Seller, you must know everything about the clarity of a diamond or else you cannot lift your business up to the
market challenges.

Because they are formed deep within the earth, under extreme heat and pressure; virtually all diamonds contain “birthmarks”; small imperfections inside the diamond (called inclusions), or on its surface (called blemishes). Clarity refers to the degree to which these imperfections are present. Diamonds which contain numerous or significant inclusions or blemishes have less brilliance because the flaws interfere with the path of light through the diamond.

The Clarity Chart

GIA DIAMOND CLARITY SCALE

 

FL	Flawless:No inclusions or blemishes are visible to a skilled grader using 10x magnification.	Extremely rare, less than 1 in 5000 jewellery quality diamonds are rated FL.
IF	Internally Flawless:No inclusions, only blemishes are visible to a skilled grader using 10x magnification.	FL and IF diamonds appear identical unless viewed under 10x magnification by a skilled grader. Less than 3% of jewellery quality diamonds are rated IF.
VVS1 VVS2	Very, Very Slightly Included:Inclusions are difficult for a skilled grader to see under 10x magnification.	VVS1 inclusions are typically only visible from the pavilion, while VVS2 inclusions are visible from the crown. In each, the inclusions are invisible to the eye, appearing identical to the higher grades unless viewed under 10x magnification by a skilled grader.
VS1 VS2	Very Slightly Included:Inclusions are clearly visible under 10x magnification but can be characterized as minor.	Inclusions are not visible to the naked eye. Perhaps 1 in 100 untrained observers can detect VS2 inclusions with the naked eye, on close inspection under ideal conditions.
SI1 SI2	Slightly Included:Inclusions are noticeable to a skilled grader using 10x magnification.	SI1 is the lowest grade with flaws often invisible to the naked eye. SI2 inclusions are usually visible to the naked eye, although they will require close inspection.
I1 I2 I3	Included: Inclusions are obvious under 10x magnification and may affect transparency and brilliance.	I1 diamonds have inclusions that are almost always visible to the naked eye. Because I2-I3 diamonds have pronounced inclusions, and in the case of I3 may even affect the diamond’s durability.

Winding It Up

Diamonds are considered to be rare but it is just a myth. This clarity guide will help you in selecting the best and most substantial diamond for your prospects. You must observe the table closely and get to know all about cushion cut diamonds before you grab one for your customers.