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SI1 means 'Slightly Included 1,' with inclusions visible under magnification and occasionally to the naked eye. In a 2 carat criss cross, the intersecting facets can help conceal SI1 inclusions through the woven light pattern. Many SI1 criss cross diamonds at this size are eye-clean with careful selection.
Yes, many are. The criss cross's intersecting facet pattern provides moderate inclusion concealment, better than step cuts. At 2 carats, SI1 stones with inclusions positioned within facet intersections or near edges are more likely to be eye-clean. Individual stone inspection is recommended.
SI1 is a smart budget option for the criss cross cut. The woven facet pattern's visual complexity works in your favor by partially obscuring inclusions. At 2 carats, the savings are meaningful. The criss cross's unique visual character keeps the eye focused on the intersecting light pattern rather than internal features.
SI1 clarity is in many brilliant cuts eye-clean in criss cross cut diamonds. Inclusions noticeable under 10x magnification, sometimes visible to the naked eye depending on the cut. At 2 carats, the stone size keeps inclusions manageable. The criss cross cut's geometric faceting helps mask minor inclusions.