1.2 Carat Natural Diamond Prices Comparison
As of April 2026, the average price of a 1.2 carat natural diamond is $4,419.1.2 carat diamonds can cost anywhere from $530 to $32,924 depending on shape, color, clarity, and other factors.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are down 0.7%.Compare 19,243 verified listings across 9 retailers in the tables below.
1.2 Carat Natural Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 19,243 verified 1.2-carat natural diamonds listed across 9 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $530 to $32,924, with an average asking price of $4,419 and a median of $4,021.
The price spread of $32,394 (98.4% 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.
19,243 diamonds tracked in this segment
Price range: $530 to $32,924
Average price: $4,419
Median price: $4,021
Available across 9 retailers
Savings potential: up to 98.4%
Price Range Overview
As of Apr 14, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
19,243
$530
$4,419
$4,021
$32,924
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
1.2 Carat Natural Diamond Prices by Shape
Shape-level averages for this carat and type. Open each shape page for full market detail.
Live Listings
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Save 27.7%GIA | 1.2ct | Asscher | H | SI1 | Excellent
From $2,384
Compare at $3,298
GIA | 1.2ct | Asscher | H | SI1 | Good
From $5,176
Compare at $5,368
Save 35.6%GIA | 1.2ct | Asscher | F | VS2 | Excellent
From $4,695
Compare at $7,287
GIA | 1.2ct | Asscher | H | VVS2 | Excellent
From $4,425
Compare at $5,451
GIA | 1.2ct | Asscher | E | VS2 | Ideal
From $4,023
Compare at $4,162
Save 23.4%GIA | 1.2ct | Asscher | E | VVS2 | Very Good
From $5,114
Compare at $6,678
Save 31.4%GIA | 1.2ct | Asscher | K | VS1 | Ideal
From $1,389
Compare at $2,024
GIA | 1.2ct | Asscher | E | VS2 | Excellent
From $4,080
Compare at $4,408
Save 31.4%GIA | 1.2ct | Asscher | J | VS2 | Excellent
From $1,535
Compare at $2,236
GIA | 1.2ct | Asscher | I | VVS1 | Excellent
From $2,663
Compare at $2,719
GIA | 1.2ct | Asscher | D | VS1 | Ideal
From $4,503
Compare at $4,578
Save 33.7%GIA | 1.2ct | Asscher | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $2,729
Compare at $4,114
Save 33.6%GIA | 1.2ct | Asscher | H | VVS2 | Excellent
From $2,432
Compare at $3,665
GIA | 1.2ct | Asscher | G | IF | Ideal
From $3,183
Compare at $3,475
Save 83.6%GIA | 1.2ct | Asscher | F | SI1 | Excellent
From $5,834
Compare at $35,682
Save 27.1%GIA | 1.2ct | Asscher | E | VS2 | Excellent
From $2,246
Compare at $3,080
Save 26%GIA | 1.2ct | Asscher | F | VVS2 | Excellent
From $3,352
Compare at $4,527
Save 14.9%GIA | 1.2ct | Asscher | H | VVS2 | Excellent
From $2,548
Compare at $2,995
Save 25.7%GIA | 1.2ct | Asscher | H | VS1 | Excellent
From $3,120
Compare at $4,201
GIA | 1.2ct | Asscher | H | VVS1 | Excellent
From $2,994
Compare at $3,270
GIA | 1.2ct | Asscher | H | VVS2 | Ideal
From $3,000
Compare at $3,136
GIA | 1.2ct | Asscher | F | VS1 | Ideal
From $3,982
Compare at $4,119
Save 37.8%GIA | 1.2ct | Asscher | H | VVS1 | Excellent
From $3,201
Compare at $5,150
Save 18.2%GIA | 1.2ct | Asscher | G | VS1 | Excellent
From $4,920
Compare at $6,015
GIA | 1.2ct | Asscher | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $4,253
Compare at $4,324
GIA | 1.2ct | Asscher | I | VVS2 | Ideal
From $2,935
Compare at $2,995
GIA | 1.2ct | Asscher | H | VVS2 | Ideal
From $3,184
Compare at $3,248
GIA | 1.2ct | Asscher | G | VVS2 | Ideal
From $3,809
Compare at $3,940
GIA | 1.2ct | Asscher | H | VVS2 | Excellent
From $2,351
Compare at $2,507
Save 16.8%GIA | 1.2ct | Asscher | J | VVS2 | Very Good
From $2,130
Compare at $2,560
Save 12.2%GIA | 1.2ct | Asscher | E | VVS2 | Excellent
From $4,230
Compare at $4,819
GIA | 1.2ct | Asscher | E | VVS2 | Ideal
From $4,731
Compare at $4,810
Save 13.1%GIA | 1.2ct | Asscher | H | VS1 | Excellent
From $2,930
Compare at $3,371
GIA | 1.2ct | Asscher | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $4,250
Compare at $4,479
Save 12%GIA | 1.2ct | Asscher | H | VS1 | Excellent
From $3,080
Compare at $3,499
Save 24.4%GIA | 1.2ct | Asscher | J | VVS1 | Excellent
From $1,937
Compare at $2,563
Save 33.6%GIA | 1.2ct | Asscher | G | VS1 | Very Good
From $2,331
Compare at $3,513
Save 11.6%GIA | 1.2ct | Asscher | J | VVS2 | Excellent
From $2,608
Compare at $2,951
Save 10.8%GIA | 1.2ct | Asscher | D | VVS2 | Excellent
From $4,995
Compare at $5,599
Save 34.2%GIA | 1.2ct | Asscher | F | VVS1 | Excellent
From $3,100
Compare at $4,713
Save 31.4%GIA | 1.2ct | Asscher | J | VS2 | Very Good
From $1,392
Compare at $2,028
Save 33.6%GIA | 1.2ct | Asscher | F | VVS1 | Ideal
From $2,666
Compare at $4,016
GIA | 1.2ct | Asscher | D | VVS2 | Ideal
From $4,650
Compare at $4,866
Save 33.7%GIA | 1.2ct | Asscher | D | VS1 | Excellent
From $2,811
Compare at $4,237
Save 11.8%GIA | 1.2ct | Asscher | K | VS2 | Excellent
From $1,588
Compare at $1,801
GIA | 1.2ct | Asscher | E | VS2 | Excellent
From $3,630
Compare at $3,843
GIA | 1.2ct | Asscher | H | VS2 | Excellent
From $2,950
Compare at $3,074
Save 35.4%GIA | 1.2ct | Asscher | D | VVS2 | Very Good
From $3,922
Compare at $6,069
Save 25.5%GIA | 1.2ct | Asscher | H | SI1 | Excellent
From $1,819
Compare at $2,440
Save 25.8%GIA | 1.2ct | Asscher | H | VS1 | Ideal
From $2,466
Compare at $3,322
Entry pricing in this category starts around $530.
What to Know When Shopping for 1.2 Carat Natural Diamonds
- Always compare identical certified diamonds across retailers. Identical certificate numbers can have price differences of $32,394 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 $4,021 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 19,243 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $530 and go up to $32,924.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $4,419 with a median around $4,021.
The observed spread is roughly $32,394 across tracked listings, which is about 98.4% 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 $4,021, 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 9 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 $32,394 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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