When purchasing a diamond, shoppers should inquire about the imperfections. Some may bother you more than others. But do lab diamonds come with imperfections like natural diamonds? Yes. This is because they undergo the same process of formation. For natural diamonds, nothing can be done to prevent imperfections – its nature. Similarly, inclusions can occur in a man-made diamond while trying to mimic the natural environment.
By understanding the imperfections of a diamond, shoppers can make a decision that fits their budget and value. Rare Carat uses the GIA grading system to identify inclusions in a diamond regardless of origin.Are you in the market for some extra storage space?Check out our selection of storage facilities to find the perfect one for you!
Understanding imperfections in man-made diamonds
The clarity grading of a diamond determines the imperfections of a stone. Some external inclusions are visible to the naked eye, while internal ones are visible under 10X magnification. For further knowledge of imperfections, you can follow this https://www.rarecarat.com/blog/diamond-ring-tips/vvs-vs-vs-diamonds-rarecarat-com
To grade the clarity of a man-made diamond, the GIA observes the nature, position, number, and size of inclusions in a stone. It’s also worth mentioning that some imperfections can either enhance or distract the beauty of a diamond. For example, a diamond can have a mesmerizing pattern that brings a unique touch of character. On the other hand, some imperfections can interfere with the visual appeal of a stone.
From it’s evident that Rare Carat works with the most exquisite lab diamonds to balance quality and affordability. To better understand the clarity grading of Rare Carat, let’s look at the VS -VVS clarity comparison.
VS diamonds
A man made diamond with VS clarity grading is eye-clean. The imperfections can only be seen under 10X magnification. For VS1, the most common inclusions are feather, indented, crystal, and needle. VS2 types of diamonds will have visible inclusions in stones above 1 carat.
VVS – These stones will have imperfections, barely seen under magnification. Such gems are highly prized and sought after.
External imperfections of a man-made diamond
Just like natural diamonds, external imperfections of a man-made diamond can include polish lines, scratches, abrasions, pits, burn marks, nicks, extra facets, and surface graining. Most of them are hard to miss. While most blemishes can be removed through polishing, diamond manufacturers prefer to keep them to preserve the carat weight.
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Internal imperfections of man-made diamonds
The internal imperfections of a man made diamond can include chips, cleavages, indentations, feathers, knots, clouds, pinpoints, needles, and graining. Such inclusions determine the price of a diamond.
How imperfections occur in man-made during the growth process
The imperfections of a lab-made diamond occur during the growth stage. Normally, a diamond can be formed through the CDV or HPHT process.
The high-pressure, high-temperature process replicates the environment commonly found in natural stones. A small diamond (the seed) is combined with carbon and then exposed to high temperature and pressure. A shiny diamond forms as the `seed’ melts – the process can take a couple of weeks.
How do the imperfections occur? After the HPHT process is complete, some imperfections can form from the catalyst flux. They can be white, black, or grey – some appear isolated or as a group.
In the CVD method, a diamond seed is placed in a chamber and exposed to high temperatures (800 degrees Celsius). The vacuum is then filled with methane and hydrogen and ionized into plasma using lasers. As the gases break down, a diamond seed grows layer by layer.
How do the imperfections occur? Most inclusions result from the dark graphite. They resemble dark crystals or particles.
In summary, lab-grown diamonds have imperfections just like their natural counterparts. As you shop for a diamond, you’re unlikely to encounter a perfect stone. If you do, it may be out of your price range. It’s important to note that the size and location of imperfections affect diamond value.
Why shop at Rare Carat
The knowledgeable gemologists at Rare Carat ensure that customers enjoy the diamond-buying process. So, whether you’re trying to choose between VS and VVS, there is no bar to getting the most stunning diamonds with few imperfections.
After visiting the Rare Carat website, their representatives gave me all the information I needed. The prices are transparent, so I finally bought my stunning diamond ring. I will recommend them to my friends!