VS2 inclusions. Should I worry about it? (first diamond purchase)

[diamondnoob2212]

Please let me know if I should be worried about whether the inclusions for the following diamond will be visible to the naked eye.

0.80 Carat round diamond

This 0.8 carat round diamond G color vs2 clarity has Excellent proportions and a diamond grading report from GIA

www.jamesallen.com

 

[DejaWiz]

I think these inclusions would only be visible from very close viewing distances (less than 6-8 inches).
However, the SBF may be an area of concern. We usually advise shoppers to have diamonds with strong fluorescence vetted to ensure that there will be no negative impact to transparency and light return, especially in lighting conditions that introduce UV.

Here is the GIA report link for this diamond:

GIA - Report Check

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Here is the PS assessment page for it:

Round 0.8000 carat diamond listed by James Allen

www.pricescope.com

The crown angle of 36° is pretty steep, even for a shallower pavilion angle of 40.6°, but this combo appears to work well together due to the 80% lowers.

 

[diamondnoob2212]

I think these inclusions would only be visible from very close viewing distances (less than 6-8 inches).
However, the SBF may be an area of concern. We usually advise shoppers to have diamonds with strong fluorescence vetted to ensure that there will be no negative impact to transparency and light return, especially in lighting conditions that introduce UV.

Here is the GIA report link for this diamond:

GIA - Report Check

www.gia.edu

Here is the PS assessment page for it:

Round 0.8000 carat diamond listed by James Allen

www.pricescope.com

The crown angle of 36° is pretty steep, even for a shallower pavilion angle of 40.6°, but this combo appears to work well together due to the 80% lowers.

Is it because the inclusions are in the table? Aren't VS2 supposed to be invisible to the naked eye?
How much of a concern would SBF be under normal light?
What do you mean by 80% lowers?
Do you have any alternate recommendations for something close to this spec under $3500?

 

[Diamond_Enthusiast]

Agree with @DejaWiz that you need to consider potential transparency issues. SBF doesn't necessarily mean hazy but because it also has clouds as an inclusion, that combo it could make look hazy. In regards to 'normal light', indoor lighting can have UV too. JA has a good returns policy though in case you want to see it in person in various lighting to decide.

As for that tiny black crystal on the table, I believe it will still look eye clean.

 

[DejaWiz]

Here are some alternatives to consider:

0.80 Carat round diamond

This 0.8 carat round diamond G color vs2 clarity has Excellent proportions and a diamond grading report from GIA

www.jamesallen.com

GIA - Report Check

www.gia.edu

0.80 Carat round diamond

This 0.8 carat round diamond G color vs1 clarity has Excellent proportions and a diamond grading report from GIA

www.jamesallen.com

GIA - Report Check

www.gia.edu

0.76 Carat round diamond

This 0.76 carat round diamond G color vvs2 clarity has Excellent proportions and a diamond grading report from GIA

www.jamesallen.com

GIA - Report Check

www.gia.edu

Diamond | 0.724 ct H VS1 Expert Selection Round Cut Loose Diamond AGS Certified | 2909298

This fabulous 0.724 carat Round Ideal cut diamond has a clarity grade of VS1 and color grade of H.It is an excellent choice for engagement rings. | 2909298

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[Garry H (Cut Nut)]

I have no problem with the first stone.
The crystal inclusions are border line VS1 VS2 so the clouds will be minor.
Strong blue fluorescence will only be a benefit in this G colored diamond and help with the price.
If the clouds were larger or the stone video showed signs of internal graining then the fluorescence would combine to make the stone hazy milky in the presence of UV light.
GIA's brightest researcher has also proven my theory:

Measurement and Characterization of the Effects of Blue Fluorescence on Diamond Appearance | Gems & Gemology

Using customized, image-based measurement systems to quantify the effect of fluorescence on the color, brightness, and transparency of gem diamonds viewed in both face-up and table-down orientations.

www.gia.edu

 

[caolsen]

I have no problem with the first stone.
The crystal inclusions are border line VS1 VS2 so the clouds will be minor.
Strong blue fluorescence will only be a benefit in this G colored diamond and help with the price.
If the clouds were larger or the stone video showed signs of internal graining then the fluorescence would combine to make the stone hazy milky in the presence of UV light.
GIA's brightest researcher has also proven my theory:

Measurement and Characterization of the Effects of Blue Fluorescence on Diamond Appearance | Gems & Gemology

Using customized, image-based measurement systems to quantify the effect of fluorescence on the color, brightness, and transparency of gem diamonds viewed in both face-up and table-down orientations.

www.gia.edu

Thanks for posting that GIA research. Very intererstting. Seems as correlation of milky or hazy stones that are that way because of structural issues and having SBF became a cases of misapplied causation.

 

[Garry H (Cut Nut)]

Thanks for posting that GIA research. Very intererstting. Seems as correlation of milky or hazy stones that are that way because of structural issues and having SBF became a cases of misapplied causation.

Yup, been saying so for two decades!

 

[diamondnoob2212]

I have no problem with the first stone.
The crystal inclusions are border line VS1 VS2 so the clouds will be minor.
Strong blue fluorescence will only be a benefit in this G colored diamond and help with the price.
If the clouds were larger or the stone video showed signs of internal graining then the fluorescence would combine to make the stone hazy milky in the presence of UV light.
GIA's brightest researcher has also proven my theory:

Measurement and Characterization of the Effects of Blue Fluorescence on Diamond Appearance | Gems & Gemology

Using customized, image-based measurement systems to quantify the effect of fluorescence on the color, brightness, and transparency of gem diamonds viewed in both face-up and table-down orientations.

www.gia.edu

Are you saying 13259239 was a good buy? I haven't received it yet but any feedback would help.