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E Color VS1 Diamond Rings: Icy White and Clean to the Eye
E is the second-highest color grade on GIA's D-to-Z scale, meaning the diamond is colorless, and VS1 means small inclusions that a trained grader finds with effort under 10x magnification. Together they look icy white and clean to the naked eye. Every Franky Diamonds house ring is graded E color, VS1, from about $1,000 to $8,900.
E color, VS1 rings
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Round Lab Diamond Ring, 14K White Gold
$960
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Marquise Lab Diamond Ring, 14K White Gold
$1,050
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Cushion Lab Diamond Ring, 10K White Gold
$1,200
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Round Lab Diamond Ring, 14K White Gold
$1,300
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Oval Lab Diamond Ring, 14K Yellow Gold
$1,500
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Round Lab Diamond Ring, 14K White Gold
$1,500
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Round Lab Diamond Ring, 14K White Gold
$1,500
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Emerald Lab Diamond Ring, 14K White Gold
$1,700
E VS1 in one table
| Grade | Where it sits | What you see |
|---|---|---|
| D | Top color grade | Colorless |
| E | 2nd of 23 color grades | Colorless; only a grader comparing master stones sees a difference from D |
| F | 3rd | Colorless |
| G to J | Near-colorless | White once set; slight warmth next to an E |
| FL, IF | Top clarity grades | No inclusions at 10x |
| VVS1, VVS2 | Next two | Inclusions very hard to find at 10x |
| VS1 | 5th of 11 clarity grades | Minor inclusions, seen with effort at 10x; clean to the eye |
| VS2 to SI2 | Below | Often eye-clean, sometimes not |
Grades are from GIA's color and clarity scales.
Why E VS1 is the smart spot
D and VVS cost more for differences you cannot see on a hand. Grades below G and below VS2 save money but can show warmth or a visible inclusion, especially on large stones and step cuts. E VS1 sits where the stone looks perfect to the eye and you are not paying for numbers only a microscope can find. GIA itself notes that VVS and VS diamonds usually look the same without magnification.
E VS1 rings in the case now
All lab-grown, all E color, VS1:
- Round Lab Diamond Ring 1.5 ct, 14K White Gold ($2,000)
- Mixed Lab Diamond Ring 1.05 ct, 10K White Gold ($2,200)
- Cushion Lab Diamond Ring 3.75 ct, 14K Yellow Gold ($3,800)
- Round Lab Diamond Ring 4.62 ct, 14K Yellow Gold ($2,800)
Natural E VS1 rings include Round Natural Diamond Ring, 14K Yellow Gold ($1,200) and Round Natural Diamond Ring 4.25 ct, 14K Yellow Gold ($6,000). House inventory spans eight shapes, from a $960 round to an $8,900 natural emerald cut.
Does grade matter more on some shapes
| Shape | Shows color | Shows inclusions | Is E VS1 overkill |
|---|---|---|---|
| Round | Least | Least | No, but G VS2 would also look white |
| Oval, pear | At the ends | Little | No; E keeps the tips white |
| Radiant, cushion | In the corners | Little | No |
| Emerald, Asscher | Most | Most | No; step cuts need it most |
E VS1 in lab vs natural
In lab-grown diamonds, E VS1 is a common grade and priced within reach. In natural diamonds it is a high grade with a price to match. Our own case shows the gap: Round Lab Diamond Ring 4.62 ct, 14K Yellow Gold ($2,800) next to Round Natural Diamond Ring 4.25 ct, 14K Yellow Gold ($6,000), same color and clarity, very different prices. If someone offers natural E VS1 at a lab price, ask for the report.
How to check the grade you are paying for
- Ask whether the stone has a report from a lab such as GIA or IGI, and read the color and clarity on it.
- Check the report number against the lab's online lookup.
- Look at the stone under daylight and under warm light; E should stay white under both.
- Use a 10x loupe: on VS1 you may find a small inclusion after looking a while. That is normal.
E color VS1 at different sizes
At 1 carat, almost any well-cut stone from G VS2 up looks white and clean, so E VS1 is a comfort grade. At 3 carats and above, the top of the stone is wide enough that warmth and inclusions start to show, and E VS1 becomes the grade that keeps a big stone looking expensive. That is why our largest house rings, up to nearly 8 carats total, use the same E VS1 standard as the smallest.
Common mistakes when buying by grade
- Paying for D over E. The difference is invisible once the stone is set.
- Paying for VVS over VS1. GIA notes the two usually look the same to the naked eye.
- Ignoring cut. An E VS1 with a poor cut looks duller than a G VS2 with an excellent one.
- Comparing total weight to center weight. Grades on side stones are usually lower than on the center; ask which stone the grade describes.
Size, paperwork and the showroom
All sales are final and resizing is not in our published policies, so confirm the size before you buy. Ask about the paperwork for the exact ring. See E VS1 stones in person at 7900 NW 27th Ave, Unit 506, Miami. More: the 4Cs guide, carat size on the hand, lab engagement rings, the lab ring guide, the engagement ring guide, custom rings and all rings.
Questions people ask
Are your e color vs1 diamond rings lab-grown or natural?
Both. Every house ring, lab or natural, is graded E color, VS1 clarity, and every listing names the origin.
Do e color vs1 diamond rings come with a certificate?
The grades are listed on each ring. Paperwork varies by piece, so ask about the exact ring; for natural stones, a GIA or IGI report is worth requesting.
Can the ring be resized?
Resizing is not part of our published policies. Measure first; all sales are final.
Can I see e color vs1 diamond rings in person in Miami?
Yes, at 7900 NW 27th Ave, Unit 506, Miami. Call 954-504-5640 first.
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