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Very strong fluorescence means the most intense UV glow with the highest probability of visible effects. In a 2 carat criss cross, the intersecting facets provide some diffusion, but very strong fluorescence at this level and size carries meaningful risk. Thorough inspection is essential before purchasing.
Proceed with caution. The criss cross's woven faceting provides moderate fluorescence forgiveness, but very strong levels can overwhelm even this complex pattern. At 2 carats, the risk of visible haziness is elevated. Only purchase after confirming the specific stone appears clean and bright.
If confirmed clean, the 20-30% savings are significant. The criss cross's intersecting facets give it a better chance of masking very strong fluorescence than step cuts, though the odds are still lower than for brilliant cuts. Selective shopping with visual verification can yield excellent value.
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. Searching within this range across different very strong fluorescence options gives you the widest selection to compare cut quality, proportions, and overall value. A well-chosen 2 carat very strong criss cross natural diamond at the lower end of this range can look identical to one at the exact 2 carat mark while costing less.