VS1 clarity
VS1 means very slightly included: small marks, found with effort at 10x.
- Grade
- 5th of 11, between VVS2 and VS2
- In nature
- Common in jewellery: most shop diamonds are VS or SI.
- In RXXO
- 1 in 14 diamonds
VS1 in RXXO
239diamonds like this in RXXO right now
Questions
What does VS1 mean on a diamond?
Very slightly included. Small marks, found with effort at 10x.
How rare is a VS1 diamond in RXXO?
About 1 in 14. The most common grade is I3, about 1 in 5.
Is VS1 better than VS2?
Yes, by one grade. VS1 sits just above VS2 on the 11-step clarity scale. In RXXO, a VS1 is about 1 in 14, a VS2 about 1 in 11.
RXXO numbers are the odds every mint draws from. Updated 8 October 2026.



