| 3. Clarity
Clarity refers to a diamond's internal quality. Grading is performed under 10 power magnification. The size and location of an inclusion determines the clarity grading.
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FI (Flawless) |
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| IF (Internally Flawless - minor surface blemishes) |
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| VVS1-VVS2 (very, very small inclusions) |
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| VS1-VS2 (very small inclusions) |
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| SI1-SI2 (small inclusions) |
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| I1-I2-I3 (imperfect, eye-visible inclusions) |
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grading examples above are according to GIA specifications |
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