1 Carat Heart Natural Diamond Prices Comparison
As of July 2026, 1 carat heart natural diamonds usually range from $566 to $8,000, with an average price of $2,950.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are down 1%.Compare 3,452 verified listings across 8 retailers tracked by CaratRadar.
1 Carat Heart Natural Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 3,452 verified 1-carat heart natural diamonds listed across 8 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $566 to $8,000, with an average asking price of $2,950 and a median of $2,760.
The price spread of $7,434 (92.9% 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.
3,452 diamonds tracked in this segment
Price range: $566 to $8,000
Average price: $2,950
Median price: $2,760
Available across 8 retailers
Savings potential: up to 92.9%
Price Range Overview
As of Jul 13, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
3,452
$566
$2,950
$2,760
$8,000
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
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Save 12.1%HRD | 1ct | Heart | H | SI2 | Excellent
From $848
Compare at $965
HRD | 1.01ct | Heart | G | SI2 | Excellent
From $939
Compare at $1,014
HRD | 1.01ct | Heart | G | I1 | Ideal
From $970
Compare at $1,047
Save 31.3%GIA | 1ct | Heart | K | SI2 | Excellent
From $1,004
Compare at $1,461
Save 19%HRD | 1.01ct | Heart | H | SI2 | Ideal
From $1,021
Compare at $1,260
IGI | 1ct | Heart | K | VVS2 | Ideal
From $1,023
Compare at $1,025
Save 32.3%GIA | 1.08ct | Heart | K | SI2 | Very Good
From $1,026
Compare at $1,516
Save 24.5%GIA | 1.01ct | Heart | L | SI2 | Ideal
From $1,028
Compare at $1,362
IGI | 1.01ct | Heart | G | SI2 | Ideal
From $1,030
Compare at $1,082
Save 10.4%IGI | 1ct | Heart | H | SI2 | Very Good
From $1,039
Compare at $1,159
IGI | 1ct | Heart | G | SI2 | Excellent
From $1,055
Compare at $1,163
Save 26.3%IGI | 1.02ct | Heart | I | SI2 | Ideal
From $1,061
Compare at $1,440
Save 12.7%GIA | 1.01ct | Heart | I | SI2 | Ideal
From $1,064
Compare at $1,219
Save 40.9%GIA | 1.01ct | Heart | J | SI2 | Ideal
From $1,100
Compare at $1,860
IGI | 1ct | Heart | G | SI2 | Very Good
From $1,101
Compare at $1,157
Save 37.9%GIA | 1.02ct | Heart | J | SI2 | Ideal
From $1,116
Compare at $1,796
IGI | 1ct | Heart | I | SI1 | Ideal
From $1,123
Compare at $1,125
IGI | 1.01ct | Heart | K | VS1 | Very Good
From $1,125
IGI | 1ct | Heart | H | SI2 | Ideal
From $1,132
Compare at $1,189
IGI | 1.01ct | Heart | H | SI2 | Ideal
From $1,143
Compare at $1,202
IGI | 1ct | Heart | I | SI1 | Very Good
From $1,159
Compare at $1,160
GIA | 1ct | Heart | I | SI2 | Ideal
From $1,169
Compare at $1,213
IGI | 1ct | Heart | J | SI1 | Very Good
From $1,169
Compare at $1,170
Save 32.3%GIA | 1.01ct | Heart | K | SI1 | Very Good
From $1,181
Compare at $1,745
Save 37.8%GIA | 1ct | Heart | I | SI2 | Very Good
From $1,183
Compare at $1,902
IGI | 1.01ct | Heart | I | SI1 | Very Good
From $1,183
Compare at $1,185
GIA | 1.01ct | Heart | L | VS2 | Very Good
From $1,185
Compare at $1,205
Save 12.3%GIA | 1.02ct | Heart | H | SI2 | Ideal
From $1,187
Compare at $1,353
GIA | 1ct | Heart | J | SI2 | Excellent
From $1,190
Compare at $1,210
IGI | 1ct | Heart | I | SI1 | Very Good
From $1,191
Compare at $1,205
IGI | 1.04ct | Heart | I | SI1 | Very Good
From $1,192
Compare at $1,195
Save 23.9%HRD | 1.01ct | Heart | F | SI2 | Ideal
From $1,194
Compare at $1,570
IGI | 1.01ct | Heart | H | SI1 | Very Good
From $1,194
Compare at $1,195
IGI | 1ct | Heart | I | SI1 | Ideal
From $1,194
Compare at $1,210
Save 20.4%GIA | 1.01ct | Heart | K | SI1 | Ideal
From $1,195
Compare at $1,501
IGI | 1.02ct | Heart | G | SI2 | Ideal
From $1,195
Compare at $1,290
Save 17.6%IGI | 1.01ct | Heart | G | SI2 | Ideal
From $1,195
Compare at $1,450
IGI | 1ct | Heart | E | SI2 | Ideal
From $1,195
Compare at $1,215
GIA | 1ct | Heart | J | SI1 | Excellent
From $1,196
Compare at $1,273
Save 27.8%IGI | 1ct | Heart | G | SI1 | Very Good
From $1,198
Compare at $1,660
IGI | 1.01ct | Heart | I | SI1 | Very Good
From $1,199
Compare at $1,215
IGI | 1.02ct | Heart | F | SI2 | Ideal
From $1,203
Compare at $1,223
IGI | 1.01ct | Heart | I | SI1 | Very Good
From $1,205
Compare at $1,220
IGI | 1.01ct | Heart | E | SI2 | Ideal
From $1,209
Compare at $1,229
IGI | 1ct | Heart | K | VS2 | Very Good
From $1,214
Compare at $1,215
IGI | 1.02ct | Heart | I | SI1 | Very Good
From $1,214
Compare at $1,215
IGI | 1.01ct | Heart | G | SI2 | Ideal
From $1,217
Compare at $1,238
Save 32.3%GIA | 1ct | Heart | J | SI2 | Very Good
From $1,218
Compare at $1,799
IGI | 1.01ct | Heart | J | VS1 | Very Good
From $1,221
Compare at $1,225
GIA | 1.01ct | Heart | J | SI1 | Excellent
From $1,223
Compare at $1,247
Entry pricing in this category starts around $566.
What to Know When Shopping for 1 Carat Heart Natural Diamonds
- Always compare identical certified diamonds across retailers. Identical certificate numbers can have price differences of $7,434 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 $2,760 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.
- Heart-shaped diamonds require excellent symmetry to look balanced. Aim for carat weights above 0.5 where the shape is clearly visible.
Frequently Asked Questions
We currently track 3,452 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $566 and go up to $8,000.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $2,950 with a median around $2,760.
The observed spread is roughly $7,434 across tracked listings, which is about 92.9% 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 $2,950. The median price is $2,760, 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 $7,434 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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