2 Carat Criss Cross SI2 Lab Grown Diamonds

SI2 means 'Slightly Included 2,' with inclusions often visible to the naked eye. In a 2 carat criss cross, the intersecting facets provide some concealment, but SI2 inclusions are often large enough to be visible through the woven pattern. Careful selection focusing on inclusion position is important.

Moderate risk. The criss cross's woven faceting provides more inclusion concealment than step cuts, giving SI2 better odds of eye-clean appearance than in transparent shapes. At 2 carats, inclusions are larger and more visible, but the complex intersecting pattern can still mask well-positioned SI2 inclusions.

The criss cross falls in the middle for inclusion concealment. It's more forgiving than step cuts and rose cuts, comparable to some vintage cuts, but less forgiving than round brilliants. SI2 in a criss cross at 2 carats has a reasonable chance of eye-clean appearance with selective shopping.

A 2 carat criss cross the unique faceting pattern creates strong visual interest at any carat weight. At SI2 clarity, inclusions easily seen under magnification, may be visible to the naked eye. 2 carat natural diamonds are a wonderful spot and are well above the average natural diamond size. When looking for 2 carat natural diamonds, look between 1.9 to 2.2 carats so that you give yourself the best selection which will help find the best value.