1 Carat Oval Natural Diamond Prices Comparison
As of July 2026, 1 carat oval natural diamonds usually range from $376 to $9,935, with an average price of $3,589.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are down 0.9%.Compare 8,020 verified listings across 12 retailers tracked by CaratRadar.
1 Carat Oval Natural Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 8,020 verified 1-carat oval natural diamonds listed across 12 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $376 to $9,935, with an average asking price of $3,589 and a median of $3,387.
The price spread of $9,559 (96.2% 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.
8,020 diamonds tracked in this segment
Price range: $376 to $9,935
Average price: $3,589
Median price: $3,387
Available across 12 retailers
Savings potential: up to 96.2%
Price Range Overview
As of Jul 13, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
8,020
$376
$3,589
$3,387
$9,935
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
Live Listings
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IGI | 1ct | Oval | J | I1 | Ideal
From $454
Compare at $503
Save 10.3%IGI | 1.01ct | Oval | L | SI2 | Ideal
From $506
Compare at $564
Save 10.4%IGI | 1.01ct | Oval | J | SI2 | Ideal
From $511
Compare at $570
Save 12.5%IGI | 1ct | Oval | L | SI2 | Very Good
From $677
Compare at $774
Save 20.1%HRD | 1.01ct | Oval | I | SI2 | Ideal
From $698
Compare at $874
IGI | 1.01ct | Oval | F | I1 | Very Good
From $750
Compare at $780
Save 12.4%HRD | 1ct | Oval | I | I1 | Excellent
From $752
Compare at $858
Save 10.2%IGI | 1ct | Oval | J | SI2 | Ideal
From $752
Compare at $837
Save 20.5%IGI | 1.01ct | Oval | J | I1 | Very Good
From $754
Compare at $948
Save 10.1%IGI | 1.01ct | Oval | L | SI2 | Excellent
From $754
Compare at $839
Save 34.4%GIA | 1ct | Oval | L | SI2 | Very Good
From $762
Compare at $1,162
Save 20.4%HRD | 1.01ct | Oval | H | I1 | Ideal
From $765
Compare at $961
IGI | 1.02ct | Oval | J | SI2 | Ideal
From $786
Compare at $872
IGI | 1.03ct | Oval | I | SI2 | Ideal
From $795
Compare at $882
Save 34.5%GIA | 1ct | Oval | K | SI2 | Excellent
From $802
Compare at $1,224
Save 34.4%GIA | 1.01ct | Oval | L | SI2 | Very Good
From $808
Compare at $1,232
Save 12.2%HRD | 1.01ct | Oval | J | SI2 | Ideal
From $810
Compare at $923
GIA | 1.02ct | Oval | K | SI2 | Excellent
From $815
Compare at $905
Save 12.2%GIA | 1.01ct | Oval | K | SI2 | Ideal
From $835
Compare at $951
Save 34.4%GIA | 1ct | Oval | L | SI2 | Ideal
From $840
Compare at $1,280
Save 12.3%IGI | 1ct | Oval | I | SI2 | Very Good
From $843
Compare at $961
GIA | 1.01ct | Oval | L | SI1 | Ideal
From $857
Compare at $944
IGI | 1.01ct | Oval | I | SI2 | Ideal
From $862
Compare at $956
Save 27.3%IGI | 1ct | Oval | I | SI2 | Very Good
From $865
Compare at $1,190
IGI | 1ct | Oval | F | I1 | Very Good
From $868
Compare at $910
Save 34.7%GIA | 1.01ct | Oval | L | SI2 | Excellent
From $877
Compare at $1,344
IGI | 1.01ct | Oval | I | SI2 | Ideal
From $886
Compare at $951
IGI | 1ct | Oval | J | SI2 | Ideal
From $893
Compare at $960
Save 34.4%GIA | 1.01ct | Oval | K | SI1 | Ideal
From $898
Compare at $1,368
IGI | 1ct | Oval | K | SI1 | Very Good
From $898
Compare at $900
IGI | 1ct | Oval | I | SI2 | Very Good
From $898
Compare at $963
IGI | 1.01ct | Oval | J | SI2 | Ideal
From $913
Compare at $979
IGI | 1.01ct | Oval | I | SI2 | Ideal
From $916
Compare at $983
HRD | 1.01ct | Oval | J | SI2 | Ideal
From $925
Compare at $1,019
Save 34.4%GIA | 1.01ct | Oval | L | SI2 | Excellent
From $926
Compare at $1,412
IGI | 1.01ct | Oval | H | SI2 | Ideal
From $926
Compare at $993
IGI | 1.01ct | Oval | J | SI2 | Very Good
From $930
Compare at $997
Save 38.2%GIA | 1ct | Oval | L | SI2 | Ideal
From $937
Compare at $1,516
Save 34.4%GIA | 1.01ct | Oval | K | SI2 | Excellent
From $942
Compare at $1,436
IGI | 1.01ct | Oval | K | SI1 | Very Good
From $943
Compare at $945
Save 34.4%GIA | 1.01ct | Oval | L | SI1 | Excellent
From $945
Compare at $1,440
IGI | 1ct | Oval | K | SI1 | Very Good
From $946
Compare at $950
Save 25.5%IGI | 1ct | Oval | J | SI2 | Very Good
From $946
Compare at $1,270
Save 34.4%GIA | 1.01ct | Oval | K | SI1 | Ideal
From $947
Compare at $1,444
IGI | 1ct | Oval | I | SI2 | Ideal
From $954
Compare at $1,002
Save 22.9%GIA | 1.01ct | Oval | L | SI1 | Good
From $955
Compare at $1,238
GIA | 1.01ct | Oval | K | SI1 | Good
From $955
GIA | 1.02ct | Oval | K | I1 | Excellent
From $956
Compare at $986
IGI | 1.01ct | Oval | J | SI1 | Very Good
From $962
Compare at $965
IGI | 1ct | Oval | K | VS2 | Ideal
From $967
Compare at $970
Entry pricing in this category starts around $376.
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 $9,559 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 $3,387 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 8,020 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $376 and go up to $9,935.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $3,589 with a median around $3,387.
The observed spread is roughly $9,559 across tracked listings, which is about 96.2% 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 $3,589. The median price is $3,387, 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 12 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 $9,559 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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