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Gemological Term |
Visual
Appearance |
|
D, E, F |
Colorless with an icy pure image |
|
G, H, I, J
|
Near
colorless with a warmer tone |
|
K, L, M
|
Subtle
yellow or brown when compared
with more colorless
gems |
|
N, O, P |
Deeper
yellow or brown tones |
|
Q to Z |
Distinct
color that increases
from light to intense
saturation |
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Gemological Term |
Descriptive Term |
FL IF |
Flawless; Internally Flawless
Pure with microscope |
V VS1 V VS2 |
VVS
Pinpoints visible with microscope |
VS1 VS2 |
VS
Very minor natural crystals with
microscope |
SI1 SI2 |
SI
Slightly visible inclusion with microscope |
|
I1 |
SVI
Small
visible inclusions |
I2 I3 |
VI
Medium
to largest visible inclusion |
The unique pattern of the New Century
Diamond cut is recognized
by all major gemological laboratories.

Before purchasing your diamond, come in to
Michael's Fine Jewelry or Island
Legacy to see the
dramatic difference in brilliance the
100 facet New Century Diamond displays over the traditional
58 facet diamond.
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