Clarity Scale
GIA Type 2 Clarity Chart - Type 2 Colored Gemstones by their nature have natural inclusions. (Inclusions are the norm) This includes gems such as Andalusite, Crysoberyl, Alexandrite, Corundum (i.e. Sapphire and Ruby), Garnet, Peridot, Quartz, Amethyst, Citrine, Ametrine, Spinel, Tourmaline and Zircon.
- FL - Flawless - Free from all inclusions or blemishes at 10x magnification
- IF - Internally flawless - No inclusions visible at 10x insignificant surface blemishes
- VVS - Very Very Slightly Included - Minor inclusions-Sometimes referred to as loupe clean
- VS - Very Slightly Included - NOTICEABLE to Obvious-Sometimes referred to as eye clean
- SI1 - Slightly Included - Noticeable to OBVIOUS
- SI2 - Slightly Included 2 - Obvious to Prominent
- I1 Included 1 - Prominent - moderate effect on appearance or durability
- I2 Included 2 - Prominent - severe effect on appearance & durability
- I3 Included 3 - Prominent - severe effect on beauty, transparency & durability