CLARITY Most diamonds contain internal stress fractures and minute traces of non-crystallized carbon. These inclusions are usually not apparent to the naked eye but can be seen in loose stones under magnification. Perfect Clarity means that no inclusions are detected when the stone is examined under a 10X lens. Inclusions absorb light, preventing it from being reflected back through the front of the stone. Their effect on the diamonds value varies with their size, number and location. An inclusion in the center, beneath the table, is more visible than one near the edge and may be mirrored by the facets, magnifying the dulling effect. |
