E.S. Design

Diamond inclusions are the flaws or imperfections found within a diamond’s anatomy under 10-times magnification. Inclusions come in a variety of sizes, shapes, and colors. Obvious inclusions include chips or cracks, fractures, and spots.
With regard to inclusion colors, these diamond imperfections can either be black, white, or both. Neither one is better than the other. Flaws are just - flaws. However, if people were to choose between the two evils, there is a leaning towards white inclusions over black ones. White inclusions are not as visible to the naked eye compared to black inclusions.

WHAT ARE BLACK INCLUSIONS?

What makes inclusions black in color? Diamonds that either have incomplete or improper crystallization exhibit black specks or carbon spots that are visible to the naked eye. Nearly half of all diamonds sold in the market have black inclusions. They just vary in size. Some have black specks which look more like ground black pepper while others have black spots, looking more like bugs trapped inside the stone.

WHAT ARE WHITE INCLUSIONS?

Inclusions that are white in color have a tendency to visually blend with the stone, especially when these are simply lines, feathers, and pin points. This is the reason why people consider white inclusions as the lesser evil compared to its black counterpart. However, in some cases, the white inclusions are so large that they are as noticeable as black inclusions. Large white inclusion prohibits light from passing through the stone. This results in a loss of sparkle, brilliance, and fire. 

HOW CAN INCLUSIONS DAMAGE YOUR DIAMOND?

Some white inclusions are lengthy and run through the stone. This physical defect may weaken the internal integrity of a diamond. Just one physical trauma to your precious stone can snap it into two. Other stones that have nicks, chips, and cracks have greater propensity to suffer the same damages when hit on the weak spots of the stone.

In choosing diamonds, consider purchasing one with higher clarity. White inclusions may seem to be great options since prices are lower but it can actually harm the internal structure of the stone.