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| Because of their unique optical properties,
diamonds, more than any other gemstones, are capable of producing the maximum amount of
brilliance. While minute crystals of diamond or other minerals are contained in almost all
diamonds, a diamond that is virtually free of inclusions and surface markings will be
judged as flawless. In these diamonds, nothing interferes with the passage of light nor
spoils the beauty. But these diamonds are extremely rare and will command a high price. |
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| FLAWLESS | INTERNALLY
FLAWLESS (Minor surface blemishes) |
VERY,VERY
SMALL INCLUSIONS (Microscope Clean) |
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| VERY SMALL
INCLUSIONS (Loupe Clean) |
SMALL
INCLUSIONS (Eye Clean) |
INCLUSIONS
VISIBLE TO THE NAKED EYE |
| To determine a diamond's clarity grading, it
must be examined under a 10x magnification by a trained, skilled eye. What minute
inclusions there may be make every diamond unique. These are, in fact, nature's
fingerprints and do not mar the diamond's beauty nor endanger its durability. Without high
magnification, you may never see these inclusions. However, the fewer there are, the rarer
your diamond will be. |
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