• Engagement
    • Create Your Diamond Ring
      Start with a Setting
      Start with a Diamond
      Start with a Lab Diamond
      Create Your Gemstone Ring
      Moissanite Engagement Rings
      Gemstone Engagement Rings
      Lab Gemstone Engagement Rings
      Shop All Engagement
      Style
      Solitaire
      Pave
      Three Stone
      Halo
      Vintage
      Shapes
      Round
      Princess
      Oval
      Emerald
      Cushion
      Featured
      Men's Engagement Rings
      Engagement Rings with Matching Bands
      Popular Engagement Rings
      How to Buy an Engagement Ring
  • Wedding
    • Womens
      Diamond Wedding Bands
      Lab Diamond Wedding Bands
      Gemstone Wedding Bands
      All Metal Wedding Bands
      Mens
      Diamond Wedding Bands
      Lab Diamond Wedding Bands
      Gemstone Wedding Bands
      All Metal Wedding Bands
      Metal
      Gold Wedding Bands
      Platinum Wedding Bands
      Silver Wedding Bands
      Style
      Eternity Wedding Bands
      Vintage Wedding Band
      Pave Wedding Bands
      Stackable Wedding Bands
      Classic Wedding Bands
      His and Hers Bands
      Anniversary
      Anniversary Gifts
      Anniversary Rings
      Anniversary Gem Guide
      Bridal Jewelry
      Necklaces
      Earrings
  • Jewelry
    • By Type
      Rings
      Necklaces
      Earrings
      Bracelets
      By Occasion
      Everyday
      Statement
      Anniversary
      Birthday
      Push Present
      Promise Rings
      Bridal Party
      By Collection
      New Arrivals
      Gemma Gray
      MySilpada
      Moments
      Best Sellers
      By Gemstone
      Diamond Jewelry
      Lab Diamond Jewelry
      Moissanite Jewelry
      Precious Gemstone Jewelry
      Lab Gemstone Jewelry
      Amethyst Jewelry
      Aquamarine Jewelry
      Blue Topaz Jewelry
      All Gemstone Jewelry
      By Price
      Under $100
      $100 - $250
      $250 - $500
      $500 - $1000
      $1000 - $2000
      $2000 - $5000
      $5000+
      By Metal
      White Gold Jewelry
      Yellow Gold Jewelry
      Rose Gold Jewelry
      Platinum Jewelry
      Silver Jewelry
  • Gifts
    • Type
      Rings
      Necklaces
      Earrings
      Bracelets
      Occasions
      Anniversary Gifts
      Birthday
      Mother's Jewelry
      Promise Rings
      Bridal Party
      Birthstone Jewelry
      January Birthstones
      February Birthstones
      March Birthstones
      April Birthstones
      May Birthstones
      June Birthstones
      July Birthstones
      August Birthstones
      September Birthstones
      October Birthstones
      November Birthstones
      December Birthstones
      Price
      Under $100
      $100 - $250
      $250 - $500
      $500 - $1000
  1. Gemvara
  2. Jewelry Education
  3. Diamond Grading

Clarity

Avatar
by Emylee

Diamonds are a natural wonder. Unique geological occurrences produce this precious resource, and because they are a natural product, no two are exactly alike. Even the finest diamonds feature microscopic inclusions (internal characteristics) or blemishes (external characteristics). The GIA Diamond Clarity Scale was created as a universally accepted method of grading the clarity of a stone, with 11 grades from “flawless” (FL) – which means no visible inclusions or blemishes at 10x magnification, to stones with flaws that could affect brilliance or transparency. Below are 6 categories that make up the grading scale:

  • Flawless (FL)
    No inclusions and no blemishes visible under 10x magnification
  • Internally Flawless (IF)
    No inclusions visible under 10x magnification
  • Very, Very Slightly Included (VVS1 and VVS2)
    Inclusions so slight they are difficult for a skilled grader to see under 10x magnification
  • Very Slightly Included (VS1 and VS2)
    Inclusions are observed with effort under 10x magnification, but can be characterized as minor
  • Slightly Included (SI1 and SI2)
    Inclusions are noticeable under 10x magnification
  • Included (I1, I2, and I3)
    Inclusions are obvious under 10x magnification which may affect transparency and brilliance. Not carried at Gemvara.

clarity

When buying an engagement ring, know that all of Gemvara’s diamonds are SI2 (Slightly Included) or higher on the diamond clarity chart, with flaws that tend to be invisible to the untrained or naked eye. Since most flaws are imperceptible and don’t affect the outward appearance of a stone, clarity is considered the least important factor in choosing your stone.

Was this article helpful?

Related articles

  • Cut

    The first word that comes to mind when...

  • Color

    When it comes to diamond color, less is...

  • Clarity

    Diamonds are a natural wonder. Unique ...

  • Carat Weight

    Quite simply, a diamond’s carat is a me...

Shop Our Family of Brands

Shop Our Family of Brands

  • About Us
    • Our Story
    • Press Coverage
    • Careers
  • Customer Service
    • Contact Us
    • Resizes & Repairs
    • Shipping, Returns & Warranties
    • FAQ
    • Customer Stories
  • Learn More
    • Jewelry Education
    • Gemstone Library
    • Birthstones
    • How to Buy an Engagement Ring
    • Anniversary Gems
  • Other
    • Site Map
    • Popular Searches
    • Privacy Policy
    • Terms and Conditions
© 2019 Gemvara, All Rights Reserved
Powered by Zendesk