0.5 Carat Heart Lab Grown Diamond Prices Comparison
As of February 2026, 0.5 carat heart lab grown diamonds usually range from $206 to $690, with an average price of $330.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are down 3.5%.Compare 327 verified listings across 4 retailers tracked by CaratRadar.
0.5 Carat Heart Lab Grown Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 327 verified 0.5-carat heart lab grown diamonds listed across 4 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $206 to $690, with an average asking price of $330 and a median of $301.
The price spread of $484 (70.1% 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.
327 diamonds tracked in this segment
Price range: $206 to $690
Average price: $330
Median price: $301
Available across 4 retailers
Savings potential: up to 70.1%
Price Range Overview
As of Feb 28, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
327
$206
$330
$301
$690
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
Live Listings
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IGISave 40.2%0.46ct | Heart | D | VS2 | Ideal
From $257
Compare at $430
IGISave 35.8%0.46ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Very Good
From $283
Compare at $440
IGISave 62.4%0.46ct | Heart | E | VVS1 | Very Good
From $314
Compare at $834
IGISave 35.8%0.46ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Very Good
From $283
Compare at $440
IGISave 33%0.46ct | Heart | D | VVS2 | Good
From $308
Compare at $460
IGISave 51.3%0.46ct | Heart | F | VVS2 | Very Good
From $315
Compare at $647
IGISave 38.2%0.46ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Excellent
From $262
Compare at $424
IGISave 37.9%0.46ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Ideal
From $264
Compare at $425
IGI0.46ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Very Good
From $239
Compare at $262
IGISave 14.7%0.46ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Very Good
From $246
Compare at $288
IGI0.46ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Very Good
From $283
Compare at $302
IGISave 51.5%0.46ct | Heart | G | VVS2 | Very Good
From $313
Compare at $645
IGISave 32.1%0.46ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Very Good
From $288
Compare at $424
IGISave 49.1%0.46ct | Heart | F | VVS2 | Ideal
From $230
Compare at $452
IGI0.46ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Very Good
From $283
Compare at $302
IGISave 39.2%0.46ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Very Good
From $283
Compare at $465
IGI0.46ct | Heart | D | VVS1 | Very Good
From $262
Compare at $288
IGISave 35.8%0.46ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Ideal
From $283
Compare at $440
IGISave 35.2%0.46ct | Heart | D | VVS2 | Good
From $308
Compare at $475
IGI0.46ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Very Good
From $283
Compare at $302
IGISave 52.3%0.46ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Ideal
From $292
Compare at $612
IGISave 52.3%0.46ct | Heart | D | VVS2 | Ideal
From $292
Compare at $612
IGI0.46ct | Heart | D | VVS1 | Excellent
From $309
Compare at $326
IGISave 59.4%0.46ct | Heart | D | VVS2 | Good
From $244
Compare at $601
IGISave 40.3%0.47ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Good
From $263
Compare at $440
IGI0.47ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Very Good
From $289
Compare at $309
IGI0.47ct | Heart | D | VVS2 | Excellent
From $271
Compare at $294
IGISave 51.9%0.47ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Very Good
From $303
Compare at $629
IGISave 51%0.47ct | Heart | F | VVS2 | Very Good
From $322
Compare at $657
IGI0.47ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Very Good
From $289
Compare at $309
IGI0.47ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Very Good
From $293
Compare at $315
IGI0.47ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Ideal
From $289
Compare at $309
IGISave 53.7%0.47ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Ideal
From $263
Compare at $568
IGI0.47ct | Heart | D | VVS2 | Ideal
From $315
Compare at $338
IGISave 35.9%0.47ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Good
From $289
Compare at $450
IGI0.47ct | Heart | D | VVS1 | Excellent
From $316
Compare at $333
IGISave 41.8%0.47ct | Heart | D | VVS2 | Excellent
From $271
Compare at $465
IGISave 40.3%0.47ct | Heart | D | VS2 | Fair
From $263
Compare at $440
IGISave 31.6%0.47ct | Heart | D | VVS2 | Very Good
From $315
Compare at $460
IGISave 32.9%0.47ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Very Good
From $289
Compare at $430
IGISave 35.7%0.47ct | Heart | D | VVS2 | Very Good
From $268
Compare at $417
IGISave 42.7%0.47ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Good
From $268
Compare at $468
IGISave 48.3%0.47ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Ideal
From $242
Compare at $468
IGISave 39.2%0.47ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Very Good
From $289
Compare at $475
IGI0.47ct | Heart | D | VVS2 | Good
From $315
Compare at $338
IGI0.47ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Very Good
From $289
Compare at $309
IGISave 35.9%0.47ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Ideal
From $289
Compare at $450
IGISave 36.1%0.47ct | Heart | D | VVS2 | Excellent
From $310
Compare at $485
IGISave 24.8%0.47ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Good
From $229
Compare at $304
IGISave 51.9%0.48ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Very Good
From $300
Compare at $623
Entry pricing in this category starts around $206.
What to Know When Shopping for 0.5 Carat Heart Lab Grown Diamonds
- Always compare identical certified diamonds across retailers. Identical certificate numbers can have price differences of $484 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 $301 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.
- Lab-grown diamonds offer excellent value. Ensure the stone comes with a GIA or IGI certificate confirming it is laboratory-grown.
- Check shipping, insurance, and return policies. The lowest sticker price is not always the best deal once you factor in total cost of purchase.
- Heart-shaped diamonds require excellent symmetry to look balanced. Aim for carat weights above 0.5 where the shape is clearly visible.
Frequently Asked Questions
We currently track 327 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $206 and go up to $690.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $330 with a median around $301.
The observed spread is roughly $484 across tracked listings, which is about 70.1% 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 $301, 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 4 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 $484 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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