1.6 Carat Natural Diamond Prices Comparison
As of April 2026, the average price of a 1.6 carat natural diamond is $9,951.1.6 carat diamonds can cost anywhere from $615 to $38,000 depending on shape, color, clarity, and other factors.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are down 0.5%.Compare 1,084 verified listings across 8 retailers in the tables below.
1.6 Carat Natural Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 1,084 verified 1.6-carat natural diamonds listed across 8 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $615 to $38,000, with an average asking price of $9,951 and a median of $9,429.
The price spread of $37,385 (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.
1,084 diamonds tracked in this segment
Price range: $615 to $38,000
Average price: $9,951
Median price: $9,429
Available across 8 retailers
Savings potential: up to 98.4%
Price Range Overview
As of Apr 13, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
1,084
$615
$9,951
$9,429
$38,000
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
1.6 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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GIA | 1.61ct | Asscher | F | VS1 | Very Good
From $8,319
Compare at $8,975
Save 27.3%GIA | 1.61ct | Asscher | I | VVS2 | Excellent
From $4,837
Compare at $6,657
GIA | 1.61ct | Asscher | H | IF | Excellent
From $7,126
Compare at $7,460
GIA | 1.61ct | Asscher | F | VVS2 | Excellent
From $13,980
Compare at $15,973
Save 24.6%GIA | 1.61ct | Asscher | G | VVS2 | Excellent
From $7,520
Compare at $9,980
Save 35.4%GIA | 1.61ct | Asscher | I | VS2 | Ideal
From $4,271
Compare at $6,610
Save 20.4%GIA | 1.61ct | Asscher | F | VVS2 | Very Good
From $7,980
Compare at $10,031
Save 13.9%GIA | 1.61ct | Asscher | E | VS1 | Excellent
From $11,441
Compare at $13,294
GIA | 1.61ct | Asscher | G | VS1 | Excellent
From $12,128
Compare at $13,903
GIA | 1.61ct | Asscher | I | SI1 | Excellent
From $3,809
Compare at $3,816
Save 21.3%IGI | 1.61ct | Asscher | I | VVS2 | Very Good
From $3,130
Compare at $3,975
GIA | 1.62ct | Asscher | E | VS2 | Excellent
From $14,781
Compare at $15,659
Save 25.5%GIA | 1.62ct | Asscher | F | VVS2 | Excellent
From $9,486
Compare at $12,732
Save 12.9%GIA | 1.62ct | Asscher | F | VS1 | Excellent
From $12,793
Compare at $14,682
Save 12.5%GIA | 1.62ct | Asscher | G | VS1 | Very Good
From $12,065
Compare at $13,787
Save 35.4%GIA | 1.62ct | Asscher | G | VS1 | Excellent
From $6,278
Compare at $9,714
Save 34.8%GIA | 1.62ct | Asscher | I | VVS1 | Ideal
From $3,904
Compare at $5,990
GIA | 1.63ct | Asscher | I | VS2 | Excellent
From $5,075
Compare at $5,370
Save 35.4%GIA | 1.63ct | Asscher | I | IF | Ideal
From $4,596
Compare at $7,114
Save 25.2%GIA | 1.64ct | Asscher | H | VVS1 | Excellent
From $7,065
Compare at $9,440
GIA | 1.64ct | Asscher | J | VVS2 | Ideal
From $4,910
Compare at $5,101
Save 35.4%GIA | 1.65ct | Asscher | H | VVS2 | Ideal
From $5,177
Compare at $8,012
Save 34.3%GIA | 1.66ct | Asscher | J | VS2 | Ideal
From $3,178
Compare at $4,834
GIA | 1.66ct | Asscher | I | SI1 | Excellent
From $10,186
Compare at $10,497
Save 34%GIA | 1.67ct | Asscher | H | SI1 | Excellent
From $4,482
Compare at $6,786
Save 18.6%GIA | 1.69ct | Asscher | H | SI1 | Excellent
From $8,631
Compare at $10,600
Save 33.2%GIA | 1.69ct | Asscher | F | VVS1 | Very Good
From $9,253
Compare at $13,861
Save 24.2%GIA | 1.61ct | Cushion | H | SI1 | Excellent
From $4,744
Compare at $6,259
Save 22.5%GIA | 1.61ct | Cushion | H | SI1 | Excellent
From $6,890
Compare at $8,886
GIA | 1.61ct | Cushion | K | VVS1 | Excellent
From $5,719
Compare at $5,862
GIA | 1.61ct | Cushion | F | IF | Excellent
From $7,913
Compare at $8,615
Save 27.6%GIA | 1.61ct | Cushion | J | VS1 | Excellent
From $3,462
Compare at $4,783
Save 20.9%GIA | 1.61ct | Cushion | E | VS1 | Excellent
From $13,833
Compare at $17,495
Save 17%GIA | 1.61ct | Cushion | I | VVS2 | Excellent
From $5,520
Compare at $6,653
Save 32.2%GIA | 1.61ct | Cushion | D | VS1 | Excellent
From $7,771
Compare at $11,470
Save 13.5%GIA | 1.61ct | Cushion | H | VS1 | Excellent
From $10,185
Compare at $11,778
Save 11.3%GIA | 1.61ct | Cushion | J | SI1 | Ideal
From $3,486
Compare at $3,928
Save 25.3%GIA | 1.61ct | Cushion | I | VS1 | Excellent
From $6,804
Compare at $9,104
Save 42.1%GIA | 1.61ct | Cushion | H | VVS1 | Excellent
From $6,343
Compare at $10,948
Save 21.3%GIA | 1.61ct | Cushion | E | VVS1 | Very Good
From $7,818
Compare at $9,934
Save 20.9%GIA | 1.61ct | Cushion | G | VS1 | Excellent
From $11,876
Compare at $15,020
Save 33.5%GIA | 1.61ct | Cushion | H | SI2 | Excellent
From $5,933
Compare at $8,922
Save 24.2%GIA | 1.61ct | Cushion | F | SI1 | Very Good
From $4,353
Compare at $5,744
Save 21.5%GIA | 1.61ct | Cushion | H | VS2 | Excellent
From $9,236
Compare at $11,773
Save 23.8%GIA | 1.61ct | Cushion | E | SI1 | Excellent
From $8,041
Compare at $10,559
Save 10.4%GIA | 1.61ct | Cushion | G | VVS2 | Excellent
From $5,572
Compare at $6,219
GIA | 1.61ct | Cushion | K | VVS2 | Excellent
From $4,301
Compare at $4,771
Save 33.1%GIA | 1.61ct | Cushion | K | VS2 | Good
From $2,307
Compare at $3,449
Save 22.6%GIA | 1.61ct | Cushion | J | VS1 | Excellent
From $7,535
Compare at $9,733
Save 26.6%GIA | 1.61ct | Cushion | I | VVS2 | Excellent
From $6,434
Compare at $8,765
Entry pricing in this category starts around $615.
What to Know When Shopping for 1.6 Carat Natural Diamonds
- Always compare identical certified diamonds across retailers. Identical certificate numbers can have price differences of $37,385 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 $9,429 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 1,084 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $615 and go up to $38,000.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $9,951 with a median around $9,429.
The observed spread is roughly $37,385 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 $9,429, 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 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 $37,385 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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