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VVS2 means 'Very Very Slightly Included 2,' with minuscule inclusions detectable only under careful magnification. At 3 carats, VVS2 is completely eye-clean in a cushion cut. The broader facets provide clean, romantic sparkle at this grade with no visible inclusions.
Yes. Even with the cushion's slightly broader facets at 3 carats, VVS2 inclusions are far too small for naked-eye detection. The chunky flash pattern appears pristine and romantic. VVS2 offers a slight savings advantage over VVS1 with identical visual results.
No visible difference. Both grades have inclusions well below naked-eye visibility. At 3 carats, the cushion's broader facets don't change this. The distinction is purely on the grading certificate. VVS2 saves money without any visual trade-off.
The sweet spot for buyers who want near-perfect clarity without the flawless premium. At 3 carats, VVS2 cushion delivers strong savings while maintaining visual perfection. The cushion cut's brilliant-cut faceting hides inclusions well, making VVS2 an efficient choice.