1.6 Carat Natural Diamond Prices Comparison
As of July 2026, the average price of a 1.6 carat natural diamond is $9,898.1.6 carat diamonds can cost anywhere from $615 to $33,017 depending on shape, color, clarity, and other factors.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are down 0.1%.Compare 1,006 verified listings across 10 retailers in the tables below.
1.6 Carat Natural Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 1,006 verified 1.6-carat natural diamonds listed across 10 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $615 to $33,017, with an average asking price of $9,898 and a median of $9,160.
The price spread of $32,402 (98.1% 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.
1,006 diamonds tracked in this segment
Price range: $615 to $33,017
Average price: $9,898
Median price: $9,160
Available across 10 retailers
Savings potential: up to 98.1%
Price Range Overview
As of Jul 13, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
1,006
$615
$9,898
$9,160
$33,017
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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Save 21.6%GIA | 1.69ct | Pear | L | SI1 | Good
From $2,305
Compare at $2,939
Save 21.6%GIA | 1.65ct | Radiant | L | VS1 | Excellent
From $2,325
Compare at $2,966
IGI | 1.61ct | Pear | K | SI1 | Very Good
From $2,406
Compare at $2,410
Save 16.6%GIA | 1.62ct | Oval | L | SI2 | Excellent
From $2,407
Compare at $2,887
Save 22%GIA | 1.63ct | Princess | K | SI1 | Excellent
From $2,454
Compare at $3,147
IGI | 1.62ct | Round | K | VS2 | Excellent
From $2,467
Compare at $2,470
GIA | 1.61ct | Cushion | K | VS1 | Very Good
From $2,485
Compare at $2,568
Save 22%GIA | 1.61ct | Round | L | VS1 | Excellent
From $2,505
Compare at $3,213
IGI | 1.61ct | Round | K | SI1 | Excellent
From $2,510
Compare at $2,750
IGI | 1.61ct | Round | K | VS1 | Excellent
From $2,570
Compare at $2,575
Save 41.4%GIA | 1.63ct | Round | L | SI2 | Ideal
From $2,575
Compare at $4,394
IGI | 1.65ct | Round | K | VS2 | Excellent
From $2,746
Compare at $2,750
Save 22%GIA | 1.64ct | Princess | K | SI1 | Excellent
From $2,769
Compare at $3,551
Save 32.1%GIA | 1.61ct | Cushion | K | VVS2 | Excellent
From $2,789
Compare at $4,109
Save 36.4%GIA | 1.62ct | Princess | L | SI2 | Excellent
From $2,804
Compare at $4,408
GIA | 1.64ct | Princess | G | SI2 | Very Good
From $2,848
Compare at $3,104
Save 35.7%GIA | 1.61ct | Round | K | I1 | Ideal
From $2,859
Compare at $4,444
Save 36.5%GIA | 1.62ct | Round | K | SI2 | Excellent
From $2,862
Compare at $4,504
IGI | 1.68ct | Round | I | I1 | Ideal
From $2,868
Compare at $3,157
Save 14.1%GIA | 1.61ct | Princess | K | SI1 | Excellent
From $2,876
Compare at $3,350
GIA | 1.62ct | Cushion | K | SI1 | Good
From $2,894
Compare at $3,179
Save 22%GIA | 1.62ct | Pear | L | VS2 | Excellent
From $2,900
Compare at $3,719
Save 15.9%GIA | 1.63ct | Round | K | SI1 | Ideal
From $2,934
Compare at $3,488
Save 31.5%GIA | 1.61ct | Emerald | L | SI1 | Very Good
From $2,935
Compare at $4,283
Save 20.2%GIA | 1.63ct | Princess | J | SI2 | Excellent
From $2,937
Compare at $3,681
Save 36.9%GIA | 1.61ct | Oval | L | VS2 | Good
From $2,963
Compare at $4,699
GIA | 1.62ct | Round | K | SI2 | Excellent
From $2,966
Compare at $3,165
Save 36.9%GIA | 1.67ct | Round | L | SI2 | Excellent
From $2,985
Compare at $4,733
Save 36.3%GIA | 1.63ct | Emerald | L | VS1 | Ideal
From $3,062
Compare at $4,809
Save 40.7%GIA | 1.63ct | Round | L | VVS2 | Ideal
From $3,112
Compare at $5,248
Save 36.6%GIA | 1.61ct | Princess | K | VS2 | Excellent
From $3,128
Compare at $4,937
Save 14.9%GIA | 1.61ct | Round | K | SI2 | Excellent
From $3,136
Compare at $3,687
GIA | 1.65ct | Radiant | K | VS2 | Excellent
From $3,166
Compare at $3,245
Save 46.2%GIA | 1.62ct | Oval | J | SI2 | Excellent
From $3,199
Compare at $5,950
IGI | 1.61ct | Round | I | SI1 | Excellent
From $3,221
Compare at $3,225
IGI | 1.63ct | Oval | K | VVS2 | Very Good
From $3,225
Compare at $3,451
IGI | 1.62ct | Round | J | SI1 | Ideal
From $3,225
Save 41.4%GIA | 1.66ct | Heart | I | SI2 | Excellent
From $3,264
Compare at $5,570
Save 37.5%GIA | 1.66ct | Round | K | SI1 | Excellent
From $3,267
Compare at $5,229
GIA | 1.63ct | Cushion | H | SI1 | Excellent
From $3,279
Compare at $3,531
IGI | 1.61ct | Round | J | SI2 | Ideal
From $3,303
Compare at $3,671
IGI | 1.63ct | Round | J | VS2 | Excellent
From $3,306
Compare at $3,310
Save 18.7%GIA | 1.64ct | Emerald | G | SI2 | Excellent
From $3,341
Compare at $4,110
Save 23.3%GIA | 1.64ct | Princess | J | VS1 | Excellent
From $3,369
Compare at $4,390
IGI | 1.61ct | Emerald | I | VVS2 | Very Good
From $3,370
GIA | 1.61ct | Asscher | I | SI2 | Excellent
From $3,382
Compare at $3,697
IGI | 1.61ct | Princess | L | VS1 | Very Good
From $3,391
Compare at $3,514
IGI | 1.62ct | Round | J | VS2 | Excellent
From $3,395
Compare at $3,635
Save 10.8%IGI | 1.63ct | Round | J | SI2 | Ideal
From $3,405
Compare at $3,818
IGI | 1.64ct | Round | K | VS2 | Excellent
From $3,415
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 $32,402 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 $9,160 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 1,006 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $615 and go up to $33,017.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $9,898 with a median around $9,160.
The observed spread is roughly $32,402 across tracked listings, which is about 98.1% 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 $9,898. The median price is $9,160, 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 10 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 $32,402 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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