3 Carat Cushion 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 a cushion cut. The modified brilliant faceting provides reasonable inclusion concealment, making VS1 a strong practical choice at this substantial size.

VS1 is an excellent value grade for cushion cuts at 3 carats. It delivers eye-clean appearance with very substantial savings versus VVS grades. The cushion's broader facets are slightly more revealing than round brilliants, but VS1 remains reliably clean through the pillow-like flash pattern.

VS1 inclusions are small enough to remain invisible through the cushion's chunky flash pattern. At 3 carats, the broader facets show clean, romantic sparkle without any visible internal features. VS1 performs like a higher grade visually in this shape and size.

A 3 carat cushion can appear slightly smaller because more weight is carried in depth. 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.