inclusions

…and cut. A diamond’s clarity grade doesn’t just refer to its transparency. It also specifies the type, size, and number of inclusions…

…and green counterparts. Clarity Paraíba tourmalines are a Type III gem, which means they usually contain eye-visible inclusions…

…and sapphires will also have natural inclusions. You have to examine them very carefully to detect any treatment. Due to the impact some corundum…

…brilliance, flaws in this area may be very noticeable. Avoid ovals with noticeable or numerous inclusions under the table facet. On the other…

…show inclusions more easily. So, if you’re shopping for hearts one carat or larger, you’re likely to encounter stones with eye-visible…

…black chromite inclusions and white veining. It commonly contains moss-like inclusions, too. You can see in the photos how the white veining…

…by inclusions of hematite or goethite. The labradorite sunstones found in Oregon have inclusions of copper. This unique happenstance means…

…inclusions can look like stars strewn across the night sky. American consumers greatly covet this look. However, gem graders would classify…

…darker gemstones than in lighter ones. Nevertheless, avoid gems with large inclusions or fractures, since these could be more prone to breaking.…