0.5 Carat Cushion Natural Diamond Prices Comparison
As of April 2026, 0.5 carat cushion natural diamonds usually range from $229 to $4,394, with an average price of $859.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are down 2.5%.Compare 4,699 verified listings across 5 retailers tracked by CaratRadar.
0.5 Carat Cushion Natural Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 4,699 verified 0.5-carat cushion natural diamonds listed across 5 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $229 to $4,394, with an average asking price of $859 and a median of $785.
The price spread of $4,165 (94.8% from highest to lowest) highlights why comparing identical certified diamonds across multiple retailers matters. Two identical certified diamonds can differ by hundreds or even thousands of dollars depending on the retailer.
These figures are based on our latest daily market data, matched by certification lab and certificate number across retailers, so you are comparing the exact same diamond.
4,699 diamonds tracked in this segment
Price range: $229 to $4,394
Average price: $859
Median price: $785
Available across 5 retailers
Savings potential: up to 94.8%
Price Range Overview
As of Apr 14, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
4,699
$229
$859
$785
$4,394
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
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Save 25.5%GIA | 0.5ct | Cushion | F | VS1 | Excellent
From $772
Compare at $1,036
Save 22.8%GIA | 0.5ct | Cushion | H | VS2 | Excellent
From $502
Compare at $650
GIA | 0.5ct | Cushion | F | SI1 | Excellent
From $560
Compare at $593
Save 24.6%GIA | 0.5ct | Cushion | G | VVS2 | Very Good
From $570
Compare at $756
Save 25.2%GIA | 0.5ct | Cushion | J | VS1 | Excellent
From $699
Compare at $934
Save 41.9%GIA | 0.5ct | Cushion | D | VS2 | Excellent
From $903
Compare at $1,555
Save 35.7%GIA | 0.5ct | Cushion | E | VS1 | Very Good
From $1,042
Compare at $1,619
Save 45.9%GIA | 0.5ct | Cushion | H | VVS2 | Excellent
From $904
Compare at $1,672
Save 24.6%GIA | 0.5ct | Cushion | D | SI1 | Excellent
From $952
Compare at $1,263
Save 19%GIA | 0.5ct | Cushion | F | VS2 | Excellent
From $1,004
Compare at $1,240
Save 31.6%GIA | 0.5ct | Cushion | D | VS2 | Ideal
From $655
Compare at $958
Save 56.6%GIA | 0.5ct | Cushion | D | VS1 | Excellent
From $769
Compare at $1,770
Save 14.7%GIA | 0.5ct | Cushion | D | VVS1 | Excellent
From $1,011
Compare at $1,185
Save 15%GIA | 0.5ct | Cushion | E | VS2 | Excellent
From $643
Compare at $756
Save 51.8%GIA | 0.5ct | Cushion | D | VVS1 | Excellent
From $786
Compare at $1,630
Save 56.2%GIA | 0.5ct | Cushion | E | VVS2 | Excellent
From $758
Compare at $1,730
Save 56.5%GIA | 0.5ct | Cushion | D | VVS1 | Excellent
From $717
Compare at $1,650
Save 50%GIA | 0.5ct | Cushion | E | VVS1 | Excellent
From $765
Compare at $1,530
Save 51.6%GIA | 0.5ct | Cushion | E | VS1 | Excellent
From $697
Compare at $1,440
Save 56.5%GIA | 0.5ct | Cushion | D | VVS2 | Excellent
From $778
Compare at $1,790
Save 50%GIA | 0.5ct | Cushion | E | VVS1 | Excellent
From $770
Compare at $1,540
GIA | 0.5ct | Cushion | D | VVS1 | Excellent
From $724
Compare at $791
GIA | 0.5ct | Cushion | D | VVS2 | Excellent
From $686
Compare at $707
Save 56.3%GIA | 0.5ct | Cushion | D | VS1 | Excellent
From $734
Compare at $1,680
Save 50.1%GIA | 0.5ct | Cushion | F | VVS1 | Excellent
From $749
Compare at $1,500
Save 56.6%GIA | 0.5ct | Cushion | D | VVS1 | Excellent
From $712
Compare at $1,640
Save 56.4%GIA | 0.5ct | Cushion | D | VVS1 | Excellent
From $781
Compare at $1,790
Save 12.7%GIA | 0.5ct | Cushion | F | IF | Excellent
From $693
Compare at $793
GIA | 0.5ct | Cushion | E | VS2 | Excellent
From $685
Compare at $706
Save 50%GIA | 0.5ct | Cushion | F | VVS1 | Excellent
From $760
Compare at $1,520
GIA | 0.5ct | Cushion | F | VS2 | Excellent
From $570
Compare at $603
GIA | 0.5ct | Cushion | E | VVS2 | Ideal
From $695
Compare at $717
Save 56.2%GIA | 0.5ct | Cushion | E | VVS2 | Excellent
From $684
Compare at $1,560
Save 51.8%GIA | 0.5ct | Cushion | D | VVS2 | Excellent
From $718
Compare at $1,490
GIA | 0.5ct | Cushion | G | VVS2 | Excellent
From $576
Compare at $609
GIA | 0.5ct | Cushion | G | VVS1 | Excellent
From $556
Compare at $587
Save 24.5%GIA | 0.5ct | Cushion | G | VS1 | Excellent
From $566
Compare at $750
Save 19.3%GIA | 0.5ct | Cushion | F | VVS1 | Ideal
From $653
Compare at $810
Save 56.4%GIA | 0.5ct | Cushion | D | VS1 | Excellent
From $720
Compare at $1,650
GIA | 0.5ct | Cushion | H | VS2 | Excellent
From $470
Compare at $494
GIA | 0.5ct | Cushion | F | VS2 | Excellent
From $553
Compare at $584
GIA | 0.5ct | Cushion | H | VVS1 | Ideal
From $485
Compare at $511
Save 15.7%GIA | 0.5ct | Cushion | D | VVS2 | Excellent
From $961
Compare at $1,140
Save 15.2%GIA | 0.5ct | Cushion | E | VS1 | Excellent
From $683
Compare at $805
GIA | 0.5ct | Cushion | D | IF | Excellent
From $769
Compare at $840
Save 24.7%GIA | 0.5ct | Cushion | E | VVS1 | Excellent
From $693
Compare at $920
Save 11.4%GIA | 0.5ct | Cushion | E | VVS1 | Good
From $1,536
Compare at $1,733
Save 30.3%GIA | 0.5ct | Cushion | F | VVS2 | Good
From $1,240
Compare at $1,778
Save 18.6%GIA | 0.5ct | Cushion | F | VVS1 | Excellent
From $1,032
Compare at $1,268
Save 17.8%GIA | 0.5ct | Cushion | F | VVS2 | Excellent
From $681
Compare at $828
Entry pricing in this category starts around $229.
What to Know When Shopping for 0.5 Carat Cushion Natural Diamonds
- Always compare identical certified diamonds across retailers. Identical certificate numbers can have price differences of $4,165 or more.
- Focus on the 4Cs that matter most to you. Color and clarity grades drive price more than cut in many segments, but cut affects sparkle the most.
- The median price of $785 is a useful benchmark. If you see a deal significantly below this, verify the retailer's reputation and return policy.
- Consider eye-clean alternatives. Moving one clarity grade down (e.g., VS2 to SI1) can save 10-15% with no visible difference to the naked eye.
- Compare natural vs. lab-grown options for the same carat and shape. Lab-grown diamonds are chemically identical but often 30-50% less expensive.
- Check shipping, insurance, and return policies. The lowest sticker price is not always the best deal once you factor in total cost of purchase.
- Cushion cuts come in standard and modified brilliant varieties. Modified brilliants tend to show more fire, while standard cushions have broader facets.
Frequently Asked Questions
We currently track 4,699 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $229 and go up to $4,394.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $859 with a median around $785.
The observed spread is roughly $4,165 across tracked listings, which is about 94.8% from highest to lowest offer in this bucket.
We refresh pricing data daily so these pages stay current with market changes.
Based on our data, the median price is $785, which represents the midpoint of the market. Anything below this figure from a reputable retailer is a solid deal.
We currently track this stone category across 5 online retailers, giving you a broad view of the competitive landscape.
For most buyers, color differences below G are hard to detect once set in a ring. Clarity grades of VS2 and above are typically eye-clean. Prioritize cut quality for maximum brilliance, then balance color and clarity based on your budget.
Retailer pricing strategies, overhead costs, and margin targets all contribute. The exact certified diamond can differ by $4,165 across sellers, which is why direct certified-diamond comparison is essential.
We match diamonds across retailers by their certification lab and certificate number. This means the prices you see are for the exact same physical diamond, not just stones with similar specs. It is a true apples-to-apples comparison.
Diamond prices fluctuate based on supply and demand. Our data refreshes regularly so you can track trends over time. Use the price range on this page as a benchmark and compare it to historical averages when available.
Diamond Terminology
- Carat
- A unit of weight for diamonds equal to 200 milligrams. Larger carat weights are exponentially rarer, which is why prices increase non-linearly with size.
- Cut
- Refers to how well a diamond's facets interact with light. Cut quality ranges from Ideal to Poor and is the single biggest factor affecting a diamond's brilliance.
- Color
- Grades a diamond's lack of color on a scale from D (colorless) to Z (light yellow). Grades D-F are considered colorless; G-J are near-colorless and offer good value.
- Clarity
- Measures the presence of internal inclusions or surface blemishes. Grades range from Flawless (FL) to Included (I3). Most inclusions in VS2 and above are invisible to the naked eye.
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