The Carat Standard

GIA report 6551097631

2.00 ct Emerald Diamond

87/100 · Refined

A strong candidate on paper; confirm its light pattern in imagery.

What reads well

  • A 1.43:1 length-to-width ratio sits in the classic emerald cut range.
  • Face-up spread (8.85 × 6.20 mm) is typical or better for a 2.00 ct emerald cut.
  • Table 68% and depth 66% fall in the typical emerald cut range.
  • No fluorescence: no haze risk to weigh.
  • Medium to slightly thick girdle balances durability and weight retention.

What deserves a closer look

  • H color in a 2.00 ct emerald cut may show some warmth, especially at the corners.
  • VS2 in an emerald cut is usually eye-clean, but step cuts show inclusions more readily than brilliants; check the plot.
  • Screening only: for this emerald cut, check images or video of the exact stone for the "hall of mirrors" step pattern, any see-through window under the table and clean corners.

The reading, field by field

Table · Ideal
At 68%, the table sits within the typical 60–69% range for an emerald cut, balancing brightness with fire.
Total depth · Ideal
66% is within the typical 60–69% range for an emerald cut, keeping weight where it contributes to face-up size and light return.
Length-to-width · Ideal
A 1.43:1 outline is within the classic 1.3–1.5:1 range for an emerald cut.
Polish · Ideal
Excellent polish is the top finish grade — facets are cleanly executed with nothing that would soften sparkle.
Symmetry · Favorable
Very Good symmetry is a fine result; the difference from Excellent is rarely visible without magnification.
Girdle · Ideal
Medium to slightly thick, polished: a durable girdle thickness that doesn't hide meaningful weight.
Culet · Ideal
None: no visible culet facet when viewed face-up.
Color · Favorable
H is near-colorless and faces up white in most settings, though an emerald cut can show a hint of warmth at the corners.
Clarity · Favorable
VS2 is typically eye-clean, though step cuts show inclusions more readily — worth a close look at the images.
Fluorescence · Ideal
None: no meaningful effect on appearance.

What to check on the exact stone

  • Does the feather reach the outer edge where a setting prong could put pressure on it?
  • Step cuts show inclusions openly—is this VS2 diamond eye-clean through the table from about 10 inches away?
  • With Very Good symmetry, are any facet junctions visibly misaligned?
  • Can you show me the inscribed report number under a loupe before it is set?

Report facts

Origin
Natural
Carat
2.00 ct
Shape
Emerald
Cut grade
Not given for this shape
Color
H
Clarity
VS2
Measurements
8.85 × 6.20 × 4.10 mm
Table
68%
Total depth
66%
Crown angle
Not given for this shape
Pavilion angle
Not given for this shape
Polish
Excellent
Symmetry
Very Good
Girdle
Medium to slightly thick, polished
Culet
None
Fluorescence
None

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