CLARITY
This refers to the degree to which the diamond is free of inclusions and impurities - often
referred to as, feathers, included crystals, clouds, or carbon spots. Most diamonds have
natural inclusions. Inclusions are characteristics developed in the diamond during its
formation such as lines. Diamond clarity is determined by the absence of these inclusions.
Flawless diamonds are rare.
Diamond clarity is determined by the absence of these inclusions and their location in side
the diamond, as seen in the drawings below. The fewer the inclusions, the rarer the
diamond will be graded, and the more light it will reflect, making it more valuable. Since it
is very rare to find a diamond that has no inclusions, the closer to flawless it is the greater
the value.
Note: It is very very difficult to see inclusions in diamonds rated as VS2 or better
