3 Carat Round Cut VS2 Lab Grown Diamonds

VS2 means 'Very Slightly Included 2,' with minor inclusions visible under magnification. At 3 carats, VS2 is generally eye-clean in a round brilliant because the 57-facet sparkle provides strong concealment. However, the larger size means verifying each stone is wise. Most VS2 round brilliants at 3 carats appear clean.

For most stones, yes. The round brilliant provides the best inclusion concealment of any shape, making VS2 a reliable grade even at 3 carats. A small percentage of VS2 stones at this size may show faint inclusions. Verifying with imagery adds confidence, but the odds are strongly in your favor.

VS2 typically costs 10-15% less than VS1 at 3 carats, translating to a very significant dollar amount. Since the round brilliant's sparkle keeps most VS2 stones eye-clean, this represents genuine value. The savings at 3 carats between VS2 and higher grades are substantial.

VS2 clarity is in most shapes eye-clean in round cut diamonds. Minor inclusions visible under 10x magnification but not to the naked eye in most cuts. At 3 carats, the larger face can make inclusions slightly more visible than at smaller sizes. The round cut's brilliant-cut faceting helps mask minor inclusions.