1.1 Carat Natural Diamond Prices Comparison
As of May 2026, the average price of a 1.1 carat natural diamond is $4,764.1.1 carat diamonds can cost anywhere from $530 to $18,160 depending on shape, color, clarity, and other factors.In the last 3 months, prices for these diamonds are down 2.2%.Compare 3,958 verified listings across 12 retailers in the tables below.
1.1 Carat Natural Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 3,958 verified 1.1-carat natural diamonds listed across 12 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $530 to $18,160, with an average asking price of $4,764 and a median of $4,232.
The price spread of $17,630 (97.1% 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.
3,958 diamonds tracked in this segment
Price range: $530 to $18,160
Average price: $4,764
Median price: $4,232
Available across 12 retailers
Savings potential: up to 97.1%
Price Range Overview
As of May 28, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
3,958
$530
$4,764
$4,232
$18,160
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
1.1 Carat Natural Diamond Prices by Shape
Shape-level averages for this carat and type. Open each shape page for full market detail.
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Save 40.4%GIA | 1.12ct | Round | L | SI2 | Very Good
From $842
Compare at $1,412
Save 29.2%IGI | 1.16ct | Princess | K | SI1 | Very Good
From $937
Compare at $1,323
Save 35%GIA | 1.11ct | Cushion | J | VS2 | Excellent
From $1,022
Compare at $1,572
Save 38.5%GIA | 1.16ct | Cushion | L | VVS2 | Excellent
From $1,022
Compare at $1,663
Save 11.3%GIA | 1.11ct | Oval | L | SI1 | Very Good
From $1,026
Compare at $1,156
Save 31.1%GIA | 1.18ct | Emerald | L | VS2 | Excellent
From $1,061
Compare at $1,541
Save 16.2%GIA | 1.12ct | Cushion | L | SI1 | Good
From $1,094
Compare at $1,306
IGI | 1.11ct | Asscher | I | VS1 | Very Good
From $1,100
Save 16.6%GIA | 1.19ct | Asscher | K | VS2 | Excellent
From $1,117
Compare at $1,339
Save 14.6%GIA | 1.12ct | Round | L | SI2 | Ideal
From $1,122
Compare at $1,314
Save 31.1%GIA | 1.11ct | Round | L | SI2 | Ideal
From $1,123
Compare at $1,631
Save 19%IGI | 1.11ct | Cushion | J | VS1 | Very Good
From $1,125
Compare at $1,389
IGI | 1.11ct | Round | J | SI2 | Ideal
From $1,134
Compare at $1,224
Save 14.5%GIA | 1.13ct | Cushion | K | VS1 | Excellent
From $1,151
Compare at $1,346
Save 12.9%IGI | 1.16ct | Pear | K | VS2 | Very Good
From $1,200
Compare at $1,377
Save 10.7%IGI | 1.11ct | Round | I | I1 | Ideal
From $1,219
Compare at $1,365
Save 19.5%IGI | 1.13ct | Round | K | SI1 | Excellent
From $1,220
Compare at $1,515
Save 35.1%GIA | 1.11ct | Cushion | J | VS2 | Excellent
From $1,226
Compare at $1,890
Save 17.6%GIA | 1.11ct | Round | L | SI1 | Excellent
From $1,228
Compare at $1,491
Save 21.2%IGI | 1.11ct | Pear | K | VVS2 | Ideal
From $1,235
Compare at $1,567
GIA | 1.17ct | Oval | L | SI1 | Excellent
From $1,236
Compare at $1,355
GIA | 1.11ct | Cushion | L | VVS1 | Good
From $1,236
Compare at $1,356
Save 29.8%GIA | 1.12ct | Round | L | SI2 | Ideal
From $1,239
Compare at $1,764
Save 26.2%GIA | 1.14ct | Princess | K | VVS2 | Excellent
From $1,241
Compare at $1,682
Save 35.7%GIA | 1.18ct | Round | L | SI2 | Ideal
From $1,249
Compare at $1,943
Save 12.7%GIA | 1.11ct | Round | K | SI2 | Ideal
From $1,251
Compare at $1,434
Save 34.3%GIA | 1.13ct | Pear | L | VS1 | Good
From $1,253
Compare at $1,906
Save 15.4%GIA | 1.13ct | Round | L | SI2 | Ideal
From $1,275
Compare at $1,508
Save 35.1%GIA | 1.16ct | Cushion | J | VS2 | Excellent
From $1,281
Compare at $1,974
Save 27.5%IGI | 1.12ct | Princess | J | VS1 | Very Good
From $1,282
Compare at $1,768
Save 20.4%IGI | 1.15ct | Round | K | SI1 | Excellent
From $1,290
Compare at $1,620
Save 15.3%IGI | 1.17ct | Pear | K | SI1 | Very Good
From $1,290
Compare at $1,523
Save 35.1%GIA | 1.11ct | Cushion | J | VS1 | Excellent
From $1,303
Compare at $2,007
IGI | 1.13ct | Round | H | SI2 | Ideal
From $1,306
Compare at $1,329
Save 35.1%GIA | 1.12ct | Cushion | J | VS1 | Excellent
From $1,314
Compare at $2,025
Save 35.1%GIA | 1.12ct | Cushion | J | VS1 | Excellent
From $1,314
Compare at $2,025
Save 12.3%IGI | 1.11ct | Pear | I | SI1 | Very Good
From $1,320
Compare at $1,505
Save 37.1%GIA | 1.19ct | Pear | L | SI2 | Excellent
From $1,328
Compare at $2,110
Save 13.3%GIA | 1.12ct | Cushion | I | SI1 | Excellent
From $1,345
Compare at $1,551
IGI | 1.15ct | Round | I | SI2 | Ideal
From $1,346
Compare at $1,370
Save 13.9%GIA | 1.13ct | Oval | K | VS1 | Very Good
From $1,350
Compare at $1,569
Save 34.2%GIA | 1.13ct | Round | L | SI1 | Excellent
From $1,351
Compare at $2,053
Save 11.7%IGI | 1.11ct | Radiant | J | VS1 | Very Good
From $1,354
Compare at $1,533
Save 29%GIA | 1.14ct | Oval | K | VS1 | Excellent
From $1,366
Compare at $1,925
Save 37%GIA | 1.11ct | Oval | L | VVS1 | Excellent
From $1,369
Compare at $2,174
Save 27.7%IGI | 1.16ct | Round | K | VS2 | Excellent
From $1,376
Compare at $1,903
Save 12.6%GIA | 1.15ct | Round | L | VS2 | Ideal
From $1,377
Compare at $1,576
Save 22%GIA | 1.12ct | Cushion | I | SI1 | Excellent
From $1,380
Compare at $1,770
IGI | 1.11ct | Pear | K | VVS2 | Ideal
From $1,387
Compare at $1,530
Save 10.8%IGI | 1.18ct | Round | L | VS1 | Ideal
From $1,397
Compare at $1,567
Entry pricing in this category starts around $530.
What to Know When Shopping for 1.1 Carat Natural Diamonds
- Always compare identical certified diamonds across retailers. Identical certificate numbers can have price differences of $17,630 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 $4,232 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
We currently track 3,958 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $530 and go up to $18,160.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $4,764 with a median around $4,232.
The observed spread is roughly $17,630 across tracked listings, which is about 97.1% from highest to lowest offer in this bucket.
We refresh pricing data daily so these pages stay current with market changes.
Based on completed market data, the fair market benchmark is $4,764. The median price is $4,232, so offers between the median and fair benchmark can be reasonable, while reputable listings below the median may be especially competitive.
We currently track this stone category across 12 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 $17,630 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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