1.6 Carat Cushion Natural Diamond Prices Comparison
As of May 2026, 1.6 carat cushion natural diamonds usually range from $1,030 to $22,716, with an average price of $8,574.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are down 0.1%.Compare 96 verified listings across 8 retailers tracked by CaratRadar.
1.6 Carat Cushion Natural Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 96 verified 1.6-carat cushion natural diamonds listed across 8 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $1,030 to $22,716, with an average asking price of $8,574 and a median of $8,049.
The price spread of $21,686 (95.5% 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.
96 diamonds tracked in this segment
Price range: $1,030 to $22,716
Average price: $8,574
Median price: $8,049
Available across 8 retailers
Savings potential: up to 95.5%
Price Range Overview
As of May 29, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
96
$1,030
$8,574
$8,049
$22,716
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
Live Listings
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Save 21.9%GIA | 1.61ct | Cushion | L | SI2 | Excellent
From $2,729
Compare at $3,495
Save 11.4%GIA | 1.63ct | Cushion | G | SI2 | Good
From $2,978
Compare at $3,361
Save 21%GIA | 1.62ct | Cushion | L | SI2 | Excellent
From $3,115
Compare at $3,945
Save 38.8%GIA | 1.61ct | Cushion | J | VS1 | Excellent
From $3,157
Compare at $5,157
Save 25.2%GIA | 1.63ct | Cushion | H | SI1 | Excellent
From $3,405
Compare at $4,551
GIA | 1.61ct | Cushion | J | SI1 | Ideal
From $3,420
Compare at $3,647
Save 12.3%GIA | 1.65ct | Cushion | H | SI1 | Very Good
From $3,422
Compare at $3,903
Save 11.7%GIA | 1.67ct | Cushion | I | SI1 | Very Good
From $3,452
Compare at $3,911
Save 14.8%GIA | 1.61ct | Cushion | K | VVS2 | Excellent
From $3,691
Compare at $4,332
Save 36.6%GIA | 1.63ct | Cushion | I | VS1 | Excellent
From $3,819
Compare at $6,020
Save 31.6%GIA | 1.61ct | Cushion | H | SI1 | Excellent
From $3,881
Compare at $5,670
Save 11.7%GIA | 1.64ct | Cushion | I | VS1 | Very Good
From $3,974
Compare at $4,500
Save 23.2%GIA | 1.61ct | Cushion | F | SI1 | Very Good
From $4,260
Compare at $5,547
Save 20.7%GIA | 1.61ct | Cushion | I | SI1 | Excellent
From $4,275
Compare at $5,394
Save 15%GIA | 1.64ct | Cushion | J | VVS1 | Excellent
From $4,488
Compare at $5,280
Save 34.4%GIA | 1.61ct | Cushion | F | SI2 | Excellent
From $4,508
Compare at $6,872
Save 31.3%GIA | 1.61ct | Cushion | J | SI1 | Excellent
From $4,585
Compare at $6,675
Save 42.2%GIA | 1.61ct | Cushion | I | VVS2 | Excellent
From $4,654
Compare at $8,057
Save 42.2%GIA | 1.68ct | Cushion | K | SI1 | Excellent
From $4,829
Compare at $8,358
Save 10.6%GIA | 1.61ct | Cushion | G | VS1 | Good
From $4,900
Compare at $5,484
Save 19%GIA | 1.62ct | Cushion | F | SI2 | Excellent
From $5,074
Compare at $6,265
Save 40.6%GIA | 1.62ct | Cushion | J | SI2 | Very Good
From $5,155
Compare at $8,684
Save 24.2%GIA | 1.63ct | Cushion | J | VVS2 | Excellent
From $5,201
Compare at $6,865
Save 41%GIA | 1.62ct | Cushion | J | SI1 | Very Good
From $5,265
Compare at $8,928
Save 63.2%GIA | 1.62ct | Cushion | I | VS1 | Excellent
From $5,357
Compare at $14,557
Save 62.4%GIA | 1.66ct | Cushion | D | SI2 | Excellent
From $5,529
Compare at $14,696
Save 24.7%GIA | 1.61ct | Cushion | J | SI1 | Excellent
From $5,690
Compare at $7,557
Save 34.2%GIA | 1.61ct | Cushion | H | SI2 | Excellent
From $5,703
Compare at $8,663
GIA | 1.61ct | Cushion | K | VVS1 | Excellent
From $5,719
Compare at $5,862
Save 41.5%GIA | 1.67ct | Cushion | J | VS1 | Excellent
From $5,759
Compare at $9,849
Save 35.2%GIA | 1.61ct | Cushion | H | SI2 | Excellent
From $5,810
Compare at $8,968
Save 11.1%GIA | 1.61ct | Cushion | G | VS1 | Very Good
From $6,003
Compare at $6,756
Save 11%GIA | 1.61ct | Cushion | H | IF | Very Good
From $6,067
Compare at $6,817
GIA | 1.69ct | Cushion | D | VS1 | Good
From $6,077
Compare at $6,469
Save 41.4%GIA | 1.61ct | Cushion | I | VVS2 | Excellent
From $6,376
Compare at $10,874
Save 32.1%GIA | 1.61ct | Cushion | D | VS1 | Excellent
From $6,542
Compare at $9,640
Save 26.2%GIA | 1.69ct | Cushion | D | SI1 | Excellent
From $6,555
Compare at $8,881
Save 41.3%GIA | 1.66ct | Cushion | H | SI1 | Excellent
From $6,566
Compare at $11,191
Save 17.2%GIA | 1.63ct | Cushion | E | SI1 | Excellent
From $6,655
Compare at $8,035
Save 40.2%GIA | 1.61ct | Cushion | I | VS1 | Excellent
From $6,744
Compare at $11,286
Save 24.8%GIA | 1.61ct | Cushion | G | SI1 | Excellent
From $6,815
Compare at $9,062
GIA | 1.63ct | Cushion | J | SI1 | Excellent
From $6,877
Compare at $7,327
Save 36.8%GIA | 1.61ct | Cushion | H | SI1 | Excellent
From $6,960
Compare at $11,021
Save 28%GIA | 1.63ct | Cushion | I | SI1 | Excellent
From $7,209
Compare at $10,007
Save 25.1%GIA | 1.61ct | Cushion | F | SI1 | Excellent
From $7,333
Compare at $9,785
Save 21.8%GIA | 1.61ct | Cushion | J | VS1 | Excellent
From $7,610
Compare at $9,733
Save 23.5%GIA | 1.69ct | Cushion | H | SI1 | Excellent
From $7,635
Compare at $9,983
Save 31.4%GIA | 1.61ct | Cushion | E | VVS1 | Very Good
From $7,706
Compare at $11,227
Save 20.5%GIA | 1.66ct | Cushion | J | VS1 | Excellent
From $7,840
Compare at $9,863
Save 42.7%GIA | 1.65ct | Cushion | J | IF | Excellent
From $7,995
Compare at $13,959
Entry pricing in this category starts around $1,030.
What to Know When Shopping for 1.6 Carat Cushion Natural Diamonds
- Always compare identical certified diamonds across retailers. Identical certificate numbers can have price differences of $21,686 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 $8,049 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 96 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $1,030 and go up to $22,716.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $8,574 with a median around $8,049.
The observed spread is roughly $21,686 across tracked listings, which is about 95.5% 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 $8,574. The median price is $8,049, 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 8 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 $21,686 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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