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VVS 1 & 2
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VS 1
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VS 2
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| Extra Fine Quality. These gems have microscopic inclusions which are difficult to slightly difficult to see under a loupe with 10x magnification. | Very Fine Quality. Small pin-pricks are just visible to the scrutiny of the close naked eye. However, the beauty of the gem is not diminished in anyway. | Fine Quality. Small pin-pricks and feathers are just visible to the scrutiny of the close naked eye. However, the overall beauty of the gem is still not diminished. |
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Translucent
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Transparent
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Opaque
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| Permitting light to pass through but diffusing it so that persons, objects, etc., on the opposite side are not clearly visible: Frosted window glass is translucent but not transparent. | Having the property of transmitting rays of light through its substance so that bodies situated beyond or behind can be distinctly seen. | Not transparent or translucent; impenetrable to light; not allowing light to pass through. |