When you look into a diamond, you’re looking into its story. And like any good story, it may include a few natural marks that make it one-of-a-kind.

Clarity is one of the 4Cs—and it refers to the tiny internal or external characteristics (called inclusions and blemishes) formed as a diamond grows. These marks are completely natural, especially in earth-grown diamonds, which have taken millions of years to form deep within the earth.

Below is a Clarity Chart for Diamonds:

While there is a difference in the different grades of clarity, ultimately the way a diamond sparkles is a fine balance among all of the 4 C’s (Cut, Color, Clarity, and Carat.)

While higher clarity carries a higher price, this is a decision of personality, not perfection. For example, Natural Diamonds are more prone to inclusions, as they have been formed in the earth for thousands of years. Inclusions are like fingerprints that tell the story of how each diamond was formed.

No matter what degree of diamond clarity fits your bill, it’s important to understand what you’re choosing. That’s why our expert jewelers are here to walk you through the differences, show you side-by-side comparisons, and help you pick the diamond that feels just right for you.

You don’t need a flawless diamond to have a brilliant one. You just need the one that tells your story.

At Rogers & Hollands | Ashcroft & Oak, we believe that understanding diamond clarity empowers you to make a confident, informed choice—whether you are shopping online or visiting one of our 69 store locations.

Our collection includes a wide range of clarity grades to suit every style and budget, all hand-selected for brilliance. Let us help you find a diamond as unique as your love story.

Oval-Cut Lab Grown 4ctw. Diamond Straight Band Engagement Ring in 14k White Gold

This modern diamond engagement ring features a luminous oval-cut G VS lab grown diamond. With a sleek 14-karat white gold band that shimmers with 6 brilliant-cut lab grown diamonds, it exudes elegance with plenty of sparkle.

Brilliant-Cut Lab Grown 3ctw. EF VS Diamond Hidden Halo Solitaire Engagement Ring in 14k Yellow Gold

This classic double halo style engagement ring features a 1/4 carat oval center surrounded by 1.84 carat total weight of sparkling white diamonds all crafted in 14-karat white gold.

Diamond Round 2ct. Classic Solitaire Engagement Ring

This brilliant-cut 2ct. diamond solitaire engagement ring is set in 14-karat white gold. Each piece is individually certified with a minimum color of JK and clarity of I1-2. The ultimate classic engagement ring, rich with style & elegance.

Lacy. Multi-Cluster Diamond 2ctw. Halo Engagement Ring in 14k White Gold