1 Carat Natural Diamond Prices Comparison
As of April 2026, the average price of a 1 carat natural diamond is $3,782.1 carat diamonds can cost anywhere from $416 to $13,369 depending on shape, color, clarity, and other factors.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are down 0.8%.Compare 57,684 verified listings across 10 retailers in the tables below.
1 Carat Natural Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 57,684 verified 1-carat natural diamonds listed across 10 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $416 to $13,369, with an average asking price of $3,782 and a median of $3,608.
The price spread of $12,953 (96.9% 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.
57,684 diamonds tracked in this segment
Price range: $416 to $13,369
Average price: $3,782
Median price: $3,608
Available across 10 retailers
Savings potential: up to 96.9%
Price Range Overview
As of Apr 14, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
57,684
$416
$3,782
$3,608
$13,369
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
1 Carat Natural Diamond Prices by Shape
Shape-level averages for this carat and type. Open each shape page for full market detail.
Live Listings
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Save 27%GIA | 1ct | Asscher | G | VS2 | Excellent
From $1,964
Compare at $2,692
GIA | 1ct | Asscher | E | VVS2 | Excellent
From $6,423
Compare at $6,653
GIA | 1ct | Asscher | F | VS1 | Excellent
From $4,340
Compare at $5,504
GIA | 1ct | Asscher | E | VVS1 | Ideal
From $3,868
Compare at $4,002
GIA | 1ct | Asscher | E | VVS2 | Excellent
From $3,687
Compare at $3,815
GIA | 1ct | Asscher | G | VVS2 | Excellent
From $3,045
Compare at $3,107
Save 32.5%GIA | 1ct | Asscher | J | VVS1 | Ideal
From $1,642
Compare at $2,432
Save 26.4%GIA | 1ct | Asscher | I | SI2 | Ideal
From $1,011
Compare at $1,374
GIA | 1ct | Asscher | D | VS2 | Excellent
From $3,223
Compare at $3,290
Save 33.1%GIA | 1ct | Asscher | E | VS2 | Ideal
From $2,062
Compare at $3,083
Save 33.1%GIA | 1ct | Asscher | G | VS1 | Ideal
From $2,018
Compare at $3,016
GIA | 1ct | Asscher | D | VVS1 | Excellent
From $6,020
Compare at $7,223
Save 14.1%GIA | 1ct | Asscher | D | VVS2 | Ideal
From $3,684
Compare at $4,290
Save 26.7%GIA | 1ct | Asscher | E | VS1 | Excellent
From $2,659
Compare at $3,626
Save 23.6%GIA | 1ct | Asscher | D | SI1 | Excellent
From $2,937
Compare at $3,842
GIA | 1ct | Asscher | D | SI1 | Excellent
From $2,223
Compare at $2,398
GIA | 1ct | Asscher | E | SI2 | Excellent
From $3,441
Compare at $4,363
Save 21.1%GIA | 1ct | Asscher | H | VS1 | Excellent
From $2,016
Compare at $2,556
Save 19.5%GIA | 1ct | Asscher | J | SI1 | Excellent
From $2,294
Compare at $2,850
Save 23.5%GIA | 1ct | Asscher | I | VS1 | Excellent
From $1,792
Compare at $2,344
Save 11.9%GIA | 1ct | Asscher | F | VVS1 | Excellent
From $7,601
Compare at $8,623
Save 10.2%GIA | 1ct | Asscher | J | VS1 | Excellent
From $1,359
Compare at $1,513
Save 41.5%GIA | 1ct | Asscher | H | VS2 | Excellent
From $1,941
Compare at $3,320
Save 11.6%GIA | 1ct | Asscher | E | IF | Excellent
From $2,889
Compare at $3,268
Save 41.6%GIA | 1ct | Asscher | H | VVS1 | Excellent
From $2,296
Compare at $3,930
Save 37.3%GIA | 1ct | Asscher | E | VVS2 | Excellent
From $2,832
Compare at $4,520
Save 47.9%GIA | 1ct | Asscher | H | VS2 | Excellent
From $1,666
Compare at $3,200
Save 33.9%GIA | 1ct | Asscher | D | VVS1 | Excellent
From $3,642
Compare at $5,510
Save 40.1%GIA | 1ct | Asscher | D | VVS1 | Excellent
From $3,077
Compare at $5,140
Save 41.3%GIA | 1ct | Asscher | D | VS1 | Excellent
From $2,612
Compare at $4,450
Save 40.8%GIA | 1ct | Asscher | F | VS1 | Excellent
From $2,180
Compare at $3,680
Save 48%GIA | 1ct | Asscher | I | VVS2 | Excellent
From $1,606
Compare at $3,090
Save 29.5%GIA | 1ct | Asscher | E | VVS2 | Excellent
From $2,615
Compare at $3,710
Save 11.1%GIA | 1ct | Asscher | I | SI1 | Excellent
From $1,222
Compare at $1,375
GIA | 1ct | Asscher | D | VVS1 | Ideal
From $4,130
Compare at $4,353
Save 41.2%GIA | 1ct | Asscher | D | VS1 | Excellent
From $2,474
Compare at $4,210
Save 10.9%GIA | 1ct | Asscher | H | VS1 | Excellent
From $1,663
Compare at $1,867
Save 11.6%GIA | 1ct | Asscher | D | VVS1 | Excellent
From $2,945
Compare at $3,331
GIA | 1ct | Asscher | K | VS1 | Excellent
From $1,127
Compare at $1,228
GIA | 1ct | Asscher | E | VVS1 | Ideal
From $3,812
Compare at $3,944
Save 32.8%GIA | 1ct | Asscher | H | VVS1 | Excellent
From $2,418
Compare at $3,600
Save 40.8%GIA | 1ct | Asscher | G | VVS2 | Excellent
From $2,119
Compare at $3,580
Save 47.2%GIA | 1ct | Asscher | I | VS1 | Excellent
From $1,532
Compare at $2,900
Save 10.1%GIA | 1ct | Asscher | J | VVS1 | Excellent
From $1,411
Compare at $1,569
Save 41.5%GIA | 1ct | Asscher | I | VVS1 | Excellent
From $1,947
Compare at $3,330
GIA | 1ct | Asscher | L | VVS2 | Excellent
From $1,191
Compare at $1,286
Save 11.8%GIA | 1ct | Asscher | H | VVS2 | Excellent
From $1,774
Compare at $2,012
Save 18.8%GIA | 1ct | Asscher | H | IF | Excellent
From $2,560
Compare at $3,151
Save 33.6%GIA | 1ct | Asscher | E | VS1 | Excellent
From $2,375
Compare at $3,578
Save 33.6%GIA | 1ct | Asscher | D | VVS2 | Ideal
From $2,591
Compare at $3,904
Entry pricing in this category starts around $416.
What to Know When Shopping for 1 Carat Natural Diamonds
- Always compare identical certified diamonds across retailers. Identical certificate numbers can have price differences of $12,953 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 $3,608 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 57,684 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $416 and go up to $13,369.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $3,782 with a median around $3,608.
The observed spread is roughly $12,953 across tracked listings, which is about 96.9% 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 $3,608, 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 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 $12,953 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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