1.6 Carat Oval Natural Diamond Prices Comparison
As of May 2026, 1.6 carat oval natural diamonds usually range from $930 to $30,511, with an average price of $10,720.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are down 1%.Compare 67 verified listings across 8 retailers tracked by CaratRadar.
1.6 Carat Oval Natural Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 67 verified 1.6-carat oval natural diamonds listed across 8 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $930 to $30,511, with an average asking price of $10,720 and a median of $10,238.
The price spread of $29,581 (97.0% 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.
67 diamonds tracked in this segment
Price range: $930 to $30,511
Average price: $10,720
Median price: $10,238
Available across 8 retailers
Savings potential: up to 97.0%
Price Range Overview
As of May 28, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
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$930
$10,720
$10,238
$30,511
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
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IGI | 1.62ct | Oval | I | I1 | Ideal
From $1,318
Compare at $1,386
Save 22.2%GIA | 1.62ct | Oval | L | SI2 | Excellent
From $2,843
Compare at $3,654
Save 20.4%IGI | 1.63ct | Oval | K | VVS2 | Very Good
From $3,325
Compare at $4,178
Save 22.1%GIA | 1.62ct | Oval | L | SI1 | Good
From $3,569
Compare at $4,583
Save 22.1%GIA | 1.61ct | Oval | L | VS2 | Good
From $3,659
Compare at $4,699
Save 23.6%GIA | 1.63ct | Oval | L | VS1 | Excellent
From $4,134
Compare at $5,409
Save 22.7%GIA | 1.61ct | Oval | I | SI2 | Excellent
From $4,296
Compare at $5,560
Save 29.2%GIA | 1.61ct | Oval | L | VS2 | Excellent
From $4,360
Compare at $6,159
Save 22.6%GIA | 1.61ct | Oval | L | SI2 | Very Good
From $4,360
Compare at $5,630
Save 18.4%IGI | 1.61ct | Oval | J | IF | Very Good
From $4,375
Compare at $5,360
IGI | 1.62ct | Oval | J | VS1 | Very Good
From $4,591
Compare at $4,725
Save 21.4%GIA | 1.62ct | Oval | J | VS1 | Excellent
From $4,766
Compare at $6,064
Save 22.3%GIA | 1.64ct | Oval | K | VVS2 | Excellent
From $4,832
Compare at $6,217
GIA | 1.61ct | Oval | J | VVS2 | Good
From $5,175
Compare at $5,210
GIA | 1.61ct | Oval | L | VS1 | Ideal
From $5,438
Compare at $5,493
Save 25.4%GIA | 1.61ct | Oval | J | IF | Excellent
From $5,771
Compare at $7,740
GIA | 1.63ct | Oval | I | VS2 | Excellent
From $5,867
Compare at $6,040
Save 15.6%GIA | 1.61ct | Oval | D | SI2 | Excellent
From $5,900
Compare at $6,992
Save 22.1%GIA | 1.69ct | Oval | J | VVS2 | Excellent
From $5,966
Compare at $7,658
Save 20.3%GIA | 1.62ct | Oval | J | VVS1 | Very Good
From $6,047
Compare at $7,584
Save 31.9%GIA | 1.68ct | Oval | J | SI1 | Excellent
From $6,209
Compare at $9,118
Save 23.1%GIA | 1.65ct | Oval | K | VVS1 | Excellent
From $6,376
Compare at $8,296
Save 27.7%GIA | 1.63ct | Oval | H | SI2 | Ideal
From $6,390
Compare at $8,834
IGI | 1.61ct | Oval | I | VVS1 | Very Good
From $6,855
Compare at $7,579
Save 23.5%GIA | 1.63ct | Oval | I | SI2 | Excellent
From $7,130
Compare at $9,326
GIA | 1.62ct | Oval | I | SI2 | Excellent
From $7,512
Compare at $8,670
GIA | 1.61ct | Oval | D | SI2 | Excellent
From $8,158
Compare at $8,519
GIA | 1.61ct | Oval | D | SI1 | Excellent
From $8,376
Compare at $8,787
GIA | 1.68ct | Oval | H | VS1 | Excellent
From $8,380
Compare at $9,429
Save 30.6%GIA | 1.65ct | Oval | I | SI1 | Excellent
From $8,630
Compare at $12,443
Save 20.8%GIA | 1.63ct | Oval | I | VS2 | Ideal
From $8,830
Compare at $11,152
Save 27%GIA | 1.62ct | Oval | G | VVS2 | Excellent
From $8,892
Compare at $12,174
Save 26.2%GIA | 1.61ct | Oval | D | SI2 | Excellent
From $8,958
Compare at $12,145
Save 26.6%GIA | 1.65ct | Oval | F | SI1 | Very Good
From $8,983
Compare at $12,232
Save 30.6%GIA | 1.66ct | Oval | G | SI2 | Ideal
From $9,409
Compare at $13,563
Save 16.3%GIA | 1.68ct | Oval | G | VS2 | Excellent
From $9,435
Compare at $11,268
Save 29.3%GIA | 1.62ct | Oval | H | VVS2 | Ideal
From $10,019
Compare at $14,172
IGI | 1.66ct | Oval | H | IF | Very Good
From $10,059
Compare at $10,060
Save 28.3%GIA | 1.61ct | Oval | G | VS2 | Excellent
From $10,258
Compare at $14,299
Save 27%GIA | 1.61ct | Oval | D | SI1 | Excellent
From $10,452
Compare at $14,321
GIA | 1.61ct | Oval | G | VVS1 | Good
From $11,223
Compare at $11,225
Save 19.3%GIA | 1.69ct | Oval | I | VS1 | Very Good
From $11,450
Compare at $14,195
Save 21.8%GIA | 1.69ct | Oval | G | SI1 | Excellent
From $11,521
Compare at $14,741
GIA | 1.61ct | Oval | I | VS1 | Excellent
From $11,593
Compare at $11,843
Save 40.8%GIA | 1.66ct | Oval | E | VS1 | Excellent
From $11,951
Compare at $20,174
Save 23.6%GIA | 1.61ct | Oval | D | SI1 | Excellent
From $12,056
Compare at $15,777
Save 25.4%GIA | 1.61ct | Oval | F | VVS1 | Excellent
From $12,546
Compare at $16,822
GIA | 1.62ct | Oval | G | VS1 | Excellent
From $12,699
Compare at $13,044
Save 24.1%GIA | 1.69ct | Oval | G | VS1 | Excellent
From $12,787
Compare at $16,840
Save 23.6%GIA | 1.61ct | Oval | G | SI1 | Excellent
From $12,947
Compare at $16,937
Entry pricing in this category starts around $930.
What to Know When Shopping for 1.6 Carat Oval Natural Diamonds
- Always compare identical certified diamonds across retailers. Identical certificate numbers can have price differences of $29,581 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 $10,238 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.
- Oval diamonds can appear larger than rounds of the same carat weight due to their elongated face-up area. Watch for the bow-tie effect in lower-quality cuts.
Frequently Asked Questions
We currently track 67 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $930 and go up to $30,511.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $10,720 with a median around $10,238.
The observed spread is roughly $29,581 across tracked listings, which is about 97.0% 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 $10,720. The median price is $10,238, 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 $29,581 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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