Is There A Jeweller In The House?

[hc4361]

Can anyone tell me what this means in respect of a single diamond:

E/F VS

Thank you!

[spathiphyllum]

I know the letter usually refers to the colour of gems. I see no reason why this wouldn't apply to Diamonds. It's the shade of colour.

[spathiphyllum]

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Diamond_clarity

[hc4361]

So it would seem to be colourless with very slight inclusions. Thanks, spath

[spathiphyllum]

Yes, seems the better diamond is less coloured. IE the E/F.

"Diamonds range from colorless to yellow or light brown, and are sometimes found in a spectrum of fancy colors, including yellow, blue, and even red diamonds. The less color, the rarer the diamond. D - Colorless. E-F - Colorless."

If this is a ring, be careful it's not referring to the Size.

[spathiphyllum]

VS would indicate the GIA diamond clarity grading scale.

VS1 VS2 - Very Slightly Included

According to the Gemological Institute of America grading system

[spathiphyllum]

On the Wiki page provided before, check out "Clarity grading" section.

[spathiphyllum]

Also make an effort to find where the diamond is from and who evaluated / assessed it

In the Wiki link check out: Grading systems by other organizations

[chrissa1]

Are you reading the latest Jeffrey Deaver book? It’s all about diamonds?
I’m non the wiser.