1 Carat Oval Natural Diamond Prices Comparison
As of April 2026, 1 carat oval natural diamonds usually range from $416 to $10,461, with an average price of $3,670.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are down 1.5%.Compare 7,227 verified listings across 8 retailers tracked by CaratRadar.
1 Carat Oval Natural Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 7,227 verified 1-carat oval natural diamonds listed across 8 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $416 to $10,461, with an average asking price of $3,670 and a median of $3,460.
The price spread of $10,045 (96.0% 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.
7,227 diamonds tracked in this segment
Price range: $416 to $10,461
Average price: $3,670
Median price: $3,460
Available across 8 retailers
Savings potential: up to 96.0%
Price Range Overview
As of Apr 14, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
7,227
$416
$3,670
$3,460
$10,461
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
Live Listings
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GIA | 1ct | Oval | H | SI1 | Ideal
From $3,273
Compare at $3,447
Save 18.6%GIA | 1ct | Oval | G | SI1 | Very Good
From $2,392
Compare at $2,940
Save 34.8%GIA | 1ct | Oval | F | VS2 | Ideal
From $3,694
Compare at $5,666
Save 10.5%GIA | 1ct | Oval | I | VVS2 | Ideal
From $2,416
Compare at $2,699
Save 33%GIA | 1ct | Oval | F | SI2 | Ideal
From $2,223
Compare at $3,320
Save 33.1%GIA | 1ct | Oval | G | SI1 | Ideal
From $2,192
Compare at $3,276
GIA | 1ct | Oval | F | VS2 | Excellent
From $4,260
Compare at $4,398
Save 33.9%GIA | 1ct | Oval | G | VS2 | Ideal
From $3,152
Compare at $4,767
Save 33.1%GIA | 1ct | Oval | G | SI2 | Ideal
From $2,206
Compare at $3,297
Save 33.7%GIA | 1ct | Oval | D | SI1 | Excellent
From $2,793
Compare at $4,210
Save 34.8%GIA | 1ct | Oval | D | VS2 | Ideal
From $3,633
Compare at $5,572
GIA | 1ct | Oval | I | VS1 | Ideal
From $2,639
Compare at $2,905
GIA | 1ct | Oval | F | VVS2 | Ideal
From $3,903
Compare at $4,240
Save 11.9%GIA | 1ct | Oval | I | SI1 | Excellent
From $1,770
Compare at $2,009
GIA | 1ct | Oval | E | VS2 | Ideal
From $4,310
Compare at $4,434
Save 33.1%GIA | 1ct | Oval | F | SI2 | Excellent
From $2,270
Compare at $3,392
GIA | 1ct | Oval | F | VS1 | Ideal
From $3,108
Compare at $3,400
GIA | 1ct | Oval | D | VVS2 | Ideal
From $4,589
Compare at $4,940
Save 12.8%GIA | 1ct | Oval | G | SI2 | Ideal
From $3,606
Compare at $4,136
Save 17.9%GIA | 1ct | Oval | J | VS2 | Ideal
From $2,294
Compare at $2,794
Save 41.3%GIA | 1ct | Oval | F | SI1 | Excellent
From $2,492
Compare at $4,244
Save 21.7%GIA | 1ct | Oval | L | SI2 | Excellent
From $1,581
Compare at $2,020
Save 23.3%GIA | 1ct | Oval | J | VS2 | Ideal
From $1,942
Compare at $2,531
Save 19.6%GIA | 1ct | Oval | J | SI1 | Very Good
From $1,934
Compare at $2,405
Save 12.1%GIA | 1ct | Oval | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $4,044
Compare at $4,599
Save 13.6%GIA | 1ct | Oval | E | SI1 | Very Good
From $3,134
Compare at $3,629
Save 11.3%GIA | 1ct | Oval | I | SI2 | Excellent
From $1,837
Compare at $2,072
Save 21.5%GIA | 1ct | Oval | K | SI2 | Excellent
From $1,399
Compare at $1,783
Save 12.1%GIA | 1ct | Oval | F | VS1 | Ideal
From $3,390
Compare at $3,855
Save 11.3%GIA | 1ct | Oval | F | VS1 | Ideal
From $4,488
Compare at $5,058
GIA | 1ct | Oval | I | VS2 | Excellent
From $2,588
Compare at $2,590
Save 10.5%GIA | 1ct | Oval | H | SI1 | Ideal
From $2,466
Compare at $2,754
Save 12.1%GIA | 1ct | Oval | F | VVS2 | Ideal
From $4,675
Compare at $5,320
GIA | 1ct | Oval | F | SI2 | Ideal
From $2,364
Compare at $2,619
Save 12%GIA | 1ct | Oval | I | SI2 | Ideal
From $2,296
Compare at $2,610
Save 10.5%GIA | 1ct | Oval | H | SI1 | Ideal
From $2,517
Compare at $2,813
Save 10.6%GIA | 1ct | Oval | H | VS2 | Ideal
From $2,663
Compare at $2,980
Save 10.5%GIA | 1ct | Oval | G | SI2 | Ideal
From $2,315
Compare at $2,587
Save 10.5%GIA | 1ct | Oval | H | SI1 | Ideal
From $2,892
Compare at $3,231
GIA | 1ct | Oval | F | SI1 | Ideal
From $3,002
Compare at $3,005
Save 28.7%GIA | 1ct | Oval | K | SI1 | Excellent
From $1,197
Compare at $1,679
Save 12.1%GIA | 1ct | Oval | E | VS2 | Excellent
From $4,315
Compare at $4,910
GIA | 1ct | Oval | H | SI2 | Ideal
From $2,470
Compare at $2,736
Save 16.1%GIA | 1ct | Oval | K | SI1 | Ideal
From $1,519
Compare at $1,810
Save 10.5%GIA | 1ct | Oval | H | SI2 | Ideal
From $2,470
Compare at $2,760
Save 21.1%GIA | 1ct | Oval | I | SI1 | Ideal
From $2,276
Compare at $2,885
Save 10.5%GIA | 1ct | Oval | F | SI1 | Ideal
From $2,704
Compare at $3,021
Save 11.3%GIA | 1ct | Oval | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $4,881
Compare at $5,500
Save 10.5%GIA | 1ct | Oval | G | SI2 | Ideal
From $2,408
Compare at $2,690
Save 20.4%GIA | 1ct | Oval | I | VVS2 | Excellent
From $3,158
Compare at $3,969
Entry pricing in this category starts around $416.
What to Know When Shopping for 1 Carat Oval Natural Diamonds
- Always compare identical certified diamonds across retailers. Identical certificate numbers can have price differences of $10,045 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 $3,460 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 7,227 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $416 and go up to $10,461.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $3,670 with a median around $3,460.
The observed spread is roughly $10,045 across tracked listings, which is about 96.0% 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 $3,460, 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 $10,045 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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