Good - SI1-SI2 clarity, H-I color: This is the best quality to get if you're on a budget, and the diamonds still look good due to their smaller size. When you look very closely from the top of the diamond you may be able to see very small inclusions, but to the untrained eye, you can't really see anything. From the bottom or sides of the diamond, inclusions will be visible. H-I color diamonds are still white, J color is when you start getting slightly yellowish and not recommended for fine jewelry.

Better - VS1-VS2 clarity, G-H color: These diamonds are probably your best bet if you want good quality stones without too high of a budget. Inclusions will not be visible from the top with the naked eye, and will only be visible using 10x magnification. For smaller side stones of this quality, it is impossible to see any imperfections with the naked eye. G-H color diamonds are nice and bright white. This quality range is a very good value given the higher quality.

Best - VVS1-VVS2 clarity, D-F color: These diamonds are for those who simply want the best diamonds in their setting. VVS clarity diamonds will have no inclusions visible and in fact even with 100x magnification, inclusions are hard to see in smaller diamonds such as these. D-F diamonds are top bright white.

Whatever diamond quality you decide, you can be sure your diamonds will sparkle very well. We do not sell heavily included "promotional quality" diamonds typically found in many stores in the mall such as Zales, where you can see obvious black spots or cloudy/milky stones. Rest assured no matter what diamond quality you pick from us, your ring will sparkle very nicely. Just like with everything in life, you really do get what you pay for. If you would like to learn more about diamonds to make a more educated purchase, please check our jewelry education section.