What's the difference between D VVS1 and D VVS2 color and clarity diamonds?
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- D color VVS1 and VVS2 diamonds are top standards for pure beauty, representing the rarest colorless diamond group in the world. However, subtle differences in clarity lead to significant changes in commercial...
D color VVS1 and VVS2 diamonds are top standards for pure beauty, representing the rarest colorless diamond group in the world. However, subtle differences in clarity lead to significant changes in commercial value. This article from Jemmia will help you analyze the technical specifications in detail to choose the most perfect diamond.
D Color VVS1 Diamonds and D Color VVS2 Diamonds
D color VVS1 and VVS2 diamonds are the two highest grades in terms of color and clarity, representing visually perfect diamonds. The only difference lies in the location and size of microscopic inclusions under magnification. This article will directly analyze the technical specifications to help you make the smartest investment choice.
D Color VVS1 Clarity Diamonds
D color VVS1 diamonds are stones that achieve the purest white color (Color D) combined with near-absolute clarity (Clarity VVS1).
- Color D (Colorless): This is the highest color grade, completely free of any yellow tint, offering a pure, transparent whiteness like a fresh drop of water.
- Clarity VVS1 (Very Very Slightly Included 1): Inclusions are extremely small, difficult to find even under a specialized microscope.
- Professional Data: According to the standards of the Gemological Institute of America (GIA), inclusions at the VVS1 grade are typically only observable from the pavilion side and are extremely difficult to detect from the table facet, even for experienced graders under 10x magnification.
Color "D" is the highest color grade on the GIA color scale.
D color VVS1 diamonds have beautiful color reflection. They are also unaffected by any colored impurities, resulting in excellent brilliance and sparkle. High clarity allows the diamond to shine brilliantly, creating a mesmerizing display of light.
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D Color VVS2 Clarity Diamonds
D color VVS2 diamonds possess the same top-tier D color but have inclusions that are slightly more identifiable than VVS1 when viewed under a specialized microscope.
- Clarity Characteristics: VVS2 contains smaller imperfections than the VS grade but is slightly more visible than VVS1. Typically, these inclusions are located in less observable positions or are microscopic in size.
- Visible to the Naked Eye: At normal viewing distances, the human eye cannot distinguish the difference between VVS1 and VVS2. Both appear perfectly brilliant and crystal clear.
- Economic Advantage: This is a smart choice for those who want to own a "D color" diamond but wish to optimize costs to focus on carat weight.
Clarity/Transparency difference between VVS1 and VVS2.
So, Should You Choose D Color VVS1 or D Color VVS2 Diamonds?
The choice depends entirely on your ownership goals: prioritizing absolute perfection (VVS1) or economic efficiency (VVS2).
- Choose D Color VVS1 when: You are a perfectionist, desiring to own a piece of jewelry that has reached nature's highest limit of perfection. This is also the preferred choice for larger diamonds (over 2 Carats) to ensure the best liquidity.
- Choose D Color VVS2 when: You prioritize practical value. For moderately sized diamonds (under 1 Carat), the difference between VVS1 and VVS2 is imperceptible, allowing you to save a significant amount of money to invest in a more elaborate ring setting.
Reference Price List for D Color VVS1 and VVS2 Diamonds 2026
To give our customers the most direct understanding of the price difference between these two clarity grades, Jemmia has compiled a price list based on the Rapaport Price List – the global diamond valuation standard.
Below is a reference price list for D color diamonds with a Round Brilliant (Excellent) cut:
| Weight (Carat) | D Color VVS1 Diamond Price (VND) | D Color VVS2 Diamond Price (VND) | Difference (Estimated) |
| 0.5 Carat (5mm) | ~ 55,000,000 | ~ 48,000,000 | 12% |
| 0.7 Carat (5.7mm) | ~ 115,000,000 | ~ 102,000,000 | 11% |
| 1.0 Carat (6.5mm) | ~ 380,000,000 | ~ 335,000,000 | 13% |
| 2.0 Carat (8.1mm) | ~ 1,450,000,000 | ~ 1,280,000,000 | 12% |
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