Feather near girdle on vs1 gem, anything to worry?

[poosplat]

Hi all, i am new to diamonds and appreciate some help in making a purchasing choice.
im buying a cushion cut, f vs1 0.742 carat gem, graded by ags.104055533013. i just learned about feathers and am alittle worried that this gem has a rather long albiet small feather that runs very close to the girdle. any durability concerns? ive checked with my retailer he says its fine. being a rather big investment, im need some reassurance/ and a second opinion.
thank you all in advance.

 

[diamondseeker2006]

No, inclusions are not an issue in a VS1 clarity diamond.

 

[poosplat]

thanks diamond seeker! btw for someone with an untrained eye like me, how can i tell if the inclusion is "near the surface"?

 

[WinkHPD]

thanks diamond seeker! btw for someone with an untrained eye like me, how can i tell if the inclusion is "near the surface"?

In a VS1 you would need either a good loupe or better, a microscope. The microscope is way easier to use and most top tier jewelers will have at least one. A loupe is much harder to use, especially for an experienced user.

Wink

 

[poosplat]

No, inclusions are not an issue in a VS1 clarity diamond.

even if the feather is near the girdle?

cheers.

 

[diamondloveaffair]

Yes. It shouldn't be an issue. When clarity grades are assigned by GIA, durability of the diamond is also taken into account.

 

[poosplat]

i managed to get a pic under a microscope, its at the edge of the girdle, looks like its really near the surface. but small... absolutely safe ya ?

 

[poosplat]

any thoughts anyone?

 

[ecf8503]

Again, it really isn't a problem in a VS1 stone. Don't worry!