3 Carat Oval Cut VS1 Lab Grown Diamonds

VS1 means 'Very Slightly Included 1,' with minor inclusions difficult to see under magnification. At 3 carats, VS1 is reliably eye-clean in an oval. The brilliant-style faceting scatters light effectively across the elongated body, keeping VS1 inclusions invisible in everyday conditions.

VS1 is widely considered the best value clarity grade for brilliant-cut shapes, including the oval. At 3 carats, it delivers guaranteed eye-clean appearance with very substantial savings versus VVS grades. The oval's brilliant faceting makes VS1 perform like a higher grade visually.

The oval's elongated body provides more area where inclusions could theoretically be visible. At VS1, the inclusions are small enough and the brilliant faceting is effective enough that the entire length appears clean and brilliant. At 3 carats, VS1 ovals present a uniformly pristine appearance from tip to tip.

A 3 carat oval faces up 10% to 15% larger than round diamonds of the same carat weight. At VS1 clarity, minor inclusions that are difficult to see under 10x magnification. 3 carat natural diamonds are well above the average and an incredible look, without entering the ostentatious territory. When looking for 3 carat natural diamonds, look between 2.9 to 3.3 carats so that you give yourself the best selection which will help find the best value.