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VS1 means 'Very Slightly Included 1,' with minor inclusions difficult to see under 10x magnification. In a 2 carat old mine marquise, VS1 is reliably eye-clean. The vintage faceting provides natural concealment through its broader light pattern, making VS1 an excellent practical clarity choice.
VS1 is widely considered the sweet spot for vintage cuts. At 2 carats, it guarantees eye-clean performance with meaningful savings versus VVS and higher. The old mine marquise's antique faceting makes VS1 perform like a higher grade visually, delivering outstanding value.
At VS1, the entire length of the old mine marquise appears clean and brilliant. Any inclusions are too small and too well-concealed by the vintage faceting to be visible. At 2 carats, the stone presents a uniformly pristine appearance from end to end.
The go-to recommendation for step cuts and buyers who want guaranteed clarity. At 2 carats, VS1 old mine marquise delivers strong savings while maintaining visual perfection. The old mine marquise cut's antique brilliant faceting hides inclusions well, making VS1 an efficient choice.