Is VS1 or VS2 better?

VS1 is better. VS stands for ‘very slightly’ and it indicates how included (flawed) a diamond is. Among diamonds that have been graded VS, there are two subcategories: 1 and 2. The latter indicates a diamond with slightly better clarity.

VS1 is better. VS stands for ‘very slightly’ and it indicates how included (flawed) a diamond is. Among diamonds that have been graded VS, there are two subcategories: 1 and 2. The latter indicates a diamond with slightly better clarity.

By Peter Norman

Peter Norman is one of Los Angeles’ most celebrated wedding jewelers, with his custom-made engagement rings and wedding bands taking center place in thousands of weddings over the last 40 years. Each engagement ring is custom designed, built to order, and can suit any budget: from the simply elegant 1-carat solitaires to the exquisite pieces fit for (and sometimes purchased by) royalty.