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VS1 means 'Very Slightly Included 1,' with minor inclusions difficult to see under 10x magnification. In a 2 carat kite, VS1 is reliably eye-clean. The angular faceting is moderately revealing but not transparent enough to expose VS1-level inclusions in normal viewing conditions.
VS1 offers excellent value for the kite shape. At 2 carats, it delivers guaranteed eye-clean performance with meaningful savings versus VVS grades. The kite's bold geometry is the focal point, and VS1 ensures the clarity doesn't distract from the angular design.
The kite's angular facets provide a moderately open view into the stone. At VS1, any inclusions are too small and well-concealed to be visible through these geometric planes. The angular lines remain the dominant visual feature, with the clarity supporting rather than detracting from the bold geometry.
VS1 clarity is always eye-clean. Minor inclusions that are difficult to see under 10x magnification. At 2 carats, the stone size keeps inclusions manageable. The kite cut's geometric faceting can reveal inclusions more readily.