1. The Feathers: Little Cracks requiring Big Consideration
Feathers are microscopic inner cracks that can appear either as a white line or a tiny crack. They are prevalent and not necessarily a dealbreaker when they are deep-set and further not when near any weakness of the diamond, such as the girdle, through which they can expose it to greater susceptibility to chipping. At Rare Carat, you have the capability to send your diamond, at no cost, to have it examined by a certified gemologist.
2. Clouds: When So Much is so Good is so Bad
A cloud is a collection of pinpoint inclusions, which at times obscures the brilliance of the diamond. The one little cloud? Totally fine. When it is heavy, though, and covers all the stone, it may mar the shine that you are buying. The AI grading system of the Rare Carat can assist you in identifying these dullers so that you can zero in on diamonds that glisten as they should.
3. Pinpoints: The Flecks that you can (mostly) ignore
The pinpoints are teeny-weeny little things (white or black) that are contained inside of the diamond. On their own, they are not dangerous and could not be seen with the naked eye. However, when they are clustered, they create a cloud or make the stone hazy. Comparing clarity and value, Rare Carat has used the multiple price scoring tools it developed, and 1M+ diamonds sourced by trusted vendors allow you to compare clarity along with value without searching under the magnifying lens.
4. Crystals The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly
Within the diamond, there are mineral deposits in the form of the crystals. Others are white, others are black (the less desirable), and even a few can even be red or green. Small white crystals that can be found under a facet are no issue, but large crystals in areas that can be seen can be too big to hog a show-footing, which is not the best. That is the reason why Rare Carat comes with a free certified gemologist opinion so that the inclusion in your stone does not hobble the beauty in it.
5. Needles: Not so Bad as They Are Said
Needles are long, thin crystals and look like tiny lines. They are seldom noticeable by the naked eye, and they do not usually make a difference to sparkle—especially those that are off-center or below the table. In case of indecisiveness, full-service assistance is guaranteed by Rare Carat with rich gemologist clarification and a 30-day money-back return option in case you renege.
6. Cavities: Defects In The Surface That You Can Never Ignore
A cavity simply means a hole in the diamond surface, which most often results as a consequence of polishing an internal crystal. The cavities can be seen, and also the cavities can hold the dirt and weaken the structure of the stone in the long run. Look into the plot on the grading report before you commit to it and have peace of mind by checking the grading and reviews on the Rare Carat of the AI-empowered grading and expert-verified write-ups.
7. The Twinning Wisps: A Tangled Little Mystery
These are made in the course of the growth of the diamond and include a number of inclusions that are formed in the diamonds similar to clouds, pinpoints, and feathers. When they are faint, well, there is no issue. And, being large and clumsy, when they are under the table, they may tend to divert attention from the fire of the diamond.
8. Graining: A Slight Right to a lot of Texture
Internal graining is similar to faint linear striations in appearance due to non-regular crystal growth. In severe instances, it may have a milky or hazy effect on the diamond, which is not always visible. The good news? With the help of Rare Carat, you are likely to detect this early and even get lifetime options in the event that you may require assistance in the future.
Final Sparkle
The truth is that people are like diamonds, and no matter how well polished one is, there is always a flaw. It is wise to know what flaws are acceptable and which will haunt your brilliance. With Rare Carat’s 4.9-star ratings on Trustpilot and Google, 1-year free resizing, lifetime warranty options, and a two-tier selection process, we have made the diamond-buying process a whole lot easier and a lot smarter.
