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Explanation of Cut, Color and Clarity of This Diamond
Cut Quality Good cut diamonds have very good proportions and are cut to reflect a large amount of light. Good cut diamonds exhibit a considerable measure of fire and brilliance. This diamond cut is generally created in order to save carat weight. Some bargains can be found in this category.
Color Color grade I is in the middle of the near colorless category. Typically a trained professional will be able to discern the presence of color. Some people prefer warmer colors like I. When I color diamond is set in yellow gold jewelry used with yellow gold bezel, the diamond will appear as gorgeous as any of the higher graded stones.
Clarity VS1 clarity diamonds are very slightly included grade one. VS1 diamonds are less expensive than the VVS1 or VVS2 grades and present an excellent value. They have minor inclusions that are bigger and more noticeable than in higher clarity grades, but they are only visible at 10x magnification. To the naked eye, these diamonds will appear unblemished.