What VS Clarity and G-H Colour Mean in Diamond Jewellery
Buying guide
VS clarity means "very slightly included": the diamond has minor inclusions that are normally invisible to the eye. G-H colour means near-colourless: a faint warmth you are unlikely to notice once the stone is set. Together they give bright, clean-looking diamonds at a sensible price. Many of the small diamonds in our 18K gold jewellery are VS clarity and G-H colour, for example the Love Necklace (0.30 ct in total, from AED 3,800) and the Joy Diamond Necklace (0.20 ct in total, from AED 4,650), prices in November 2026.
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By Lana Al Kamal
Founder and jewellery designer, GIA-trained, Dubai · Updated 12 November 2026
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- VS sits in the middle of the GIA clarity scale: inclusions are minor and normally not visible without magnification.
- G-H is near-colourless: a slight warmth that is hard to see in a set stone, especially in yellow or rose gold.
- Many of the small diamonds in our 18K gold jewellery, such as the Love Necklace and the Joy Diamond Necklace, are VS clarity and G-H colour.
Where VS and G-H sit on the scales
| Grade | What it means | Visible to the eye? |
|---|---|---|
| FL, IF | Flawless, internally flawless | No |
| VVS1, VVS2 | Very, very slightly included | No |
| VS1, VS2 | Very slightly included | Normally no |
| SI1, SI2 | Slightly included | Sometimes |
| I1 to I3 | Included | Often |
Clarity scale as used by GIA. For colour, GIA grades from D (colourless) to Z: D-F colourless, G-J near-colourless, then faint, very light and light tints.
Pieces in this guide
Is VS clarity good?
Yes. VS is the point where inclusions stop being visible without magnification, so paying more for VVS or flawless buys a difference you only see under a loupe. For small diamonds set in gold, the difference is even harder to see. For a large centre diamond, read the exact grade on its IGI or GIA report.
Is G-H colour good?
Yes, for almost all jewellery. G and H are near-colourless: next to a D diamond on white paper a grader can see the difference, but once set, especially in yellow or rose gold, the stone simply looks white and bright. In white gold, a G is the safer choice if you are very sensitive to tint.
What to buyLove Necklace, AED 3,800Why our jewellery uses VS and G-H
In many of our gold pieces the diamonds are small accents that bring light to the design. VS clarity and G-H colour keep them bright and clean-looking without the price of top grades. You will find the grades and the total carat weight listed on each product page: the Ward Ring Mini, for example, has 0.02 ct of VS, G-H diamonds in 18K yellow gold with turquoise enamel.
What about engagement ring diamonds?
For a centre diamond the grades matter more, because the stone is larger and the first thing people see. Our diamond rings come with an IGI or GIA report for the centre stone, which lists its exact colour and clarity. Read how many carats and our engagement ring guide for the UAE and Saudi Arabia, or see all our diamond rings.
Frequently asked questions
What does VS clarity mean?
Very slightly included: the diamond has minor inclusions that are normally not visible without magnification.
What does G-H colour mean?
Near-colourless. A faint warmth that is hard to see once the diamond is set, especially in yellow or rose gold.
Is VS G-H good quality?
Yes. It gives bright, clean-looking diamonds at a sensible price and is a common choice for fine jewellery.
What clarity and colour are Lana Al Kamal diamonds?
Many of the small diamonds in our 18K gold jewellery, such as the Love Necklace, are VS clarity and G-H colour. Centre diamonds in our rings have their own IGI or GIA report.
Is VS1 better than VS2?
Slightly. VS1 inclusions are a little harder to find under magnification than VS2, but both normally look clean to the eye.
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About Lana Al Kamal
Lana Al Kamal is an architect and jewellery designer who founded her Dubai-based fine jewellery brand in 2018. She studied at the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) and is a member of the Dubai Chamber jewellery designers group. Most pieces are made in 18K gold.
