1 Carat Radiant Natural Diamond Prices Comparison
As of February 2026, 1 carat radiant natural diamonds usually range from $333 to $9,819, with an average price of $3,191.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are down 1.6%.Compare 1,748 verified listings across 7 retailers tracked by CaratRadar.
1 Carat Radiant Natural Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 1,748 verified 1-carat radiant natural diamonds listed across 7 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $333 to $9,819, with an average asking price of $3,191 and a median of $2,854.
The price spread of $9,486 (96.6% 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.
1,748 diamonds tracked in this segment
Price range: $333 to $9,819
Average price: $3,191
Median price: $2,854
Available across 7 retailers
Savings potential: up to 96.6%
Price Range Overview
As of Feb 28, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
1,748
$333
$3,191
$2,854
$9,819
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
Live Listings
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GIA0.95ct | Radiant | D | VVS2 | Good
From $3,507
Compare at $3,651
0.95ct | Radiant | G | VVS2 | Excellent
From $4,452
Compare at $5,483
GIA0.95ct | Radiant | G | VVS2 | Very Good
From $2,370
Compare at $2,533
GIASave 12.5%0.95ct | Radiant | F | SI1 | Good
From $2,330
Compare at $2,664
GIASave 33%0.95ct | Radiant | I | VS1 | Very Good
From $2,315
Compare at $3,456
GIA0.95ct | Radiant | F | SI1 | Very Good
From $1,764
Compare at $1,806
GIASave 30.8%0.95ct | Radiant | I | IF | Ideal
From $2,536
Compare at $3,667
GIASave 16.2%0.95ct | Radiant | I | VS1 | Very Good
From $1,500
Compare at $1,789
GIA0.96ct | Radiant | H | SI2 | Ideal
From $1,910
Compare at $1,980
GIA0.96ct | Radiant | H | VS2 | Ideal
From $2,077
Compare at $2,160
GIA0.96ct | Radiant | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $3,484
Compare at $3,640
GIA0.96ct | Radiant | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $3,393
Compare at $3,710
GIA0.96ct | Radiant | I | SI2 | Ideal
From $1,366
Compare at $1,410
GIA0.96ct | Radiant | F | VS2 | Ideal
From $2,445
Compare at $2,700
GIASave 28.1%0.96ct | Radiant | I | VS2 | Ideal
From $2,910
Compare at $4,049
GIA0.96ct | Radiant | G | VS1 | Very Good
From $2,475
Compare at $2,511
GIA0.96ct | Radiant | H | VS1 | Ideal
From $2,945
Compare at $3,120
GIA0.96ct | Radiant | H | SI1 | Ideal
From $2,410
Compare at $2,520
GIA0.96ct | Radiant | H | VVS1 | Ideal
From $2,869
Compare at $3,040
GIA0.96ct | Radiant | I | SI1 | Excellent
From $1,839
Compare at $1,900
GIA0.96ct | Radiant | G | SI1 | Ideal
From $2,232
Compare at $2,320
GIA0.96ct | Radiant | H | VVS1 | Ideal
From $3,387
Compare at $3,550
GIASave 24.9%0.96ct | Radiant | G | SI2 | Very Good
From $1,646
Compare at $2,191
GIA0.96ct | Radiant | I | VS1 | Ideal
From $1,926
Compare at $2,000
GIA0.96ct | Radiant | G | SI1 | Ideal
From $2,357
Compare at $2,450
GIASave 28.5%0.96ct | Radiant | I | VS1 | Excellent
From $3,048
Compare at $4,262
GIASave 17.8%0.96ct | Radiant | F | VS1 | Excellent
From $4,471
Compare at $5,442
GIA0.96ct | Radiant | J | SI1 | Very Good
From $2,956
Compare at $3,056
GIA0.96ct | Radiant | F | SI2 | Ideal
From $1,837
Compare at $1,900
GIA0.96ct | Radiant | G | VS1 | Ideal
From $3,117
Compare at $3,300
GIA0.96ct | Radiant | J | IF | Ideal
From $2,162
Compare at $2,250
GIA0.96ct | Radiant | H | SI1 | Ideal
From $2,119
Compare at $2,200
GIA0.96ct | Radiant | J | VS2 | Excellent
From $2,754
Compare at $2,818
GIA0.96ct | Radiant | G | SI2 | Ideal
From $1,898
Compare at $1,930
GIA0.96ct | Radiant | F | SI2 | Ideal
From $2,054
Compare at $2,140
GIA0.96ct | Radiant | G | SI1 | Excellent
From $4,118
Compare at $4,277
GIA0.96ct | Radiant | E | SI1 | Excellent
From $2,928
Compare at $3,023
GIA0.96ct | Radiant | I | SI2 | Ideal
From $1,458
Compare at $1,480
GIA0.96ct | Radiant | F | SI2 | Ideal
From $2,066
Compare at $2,150
GIA0.96ct | Radiant | I | VVS1 | Ideal
From $2,665
Compare at $2,820
GIA0.97ct | Radiant | G | VS2 | Ideal
From $2,728
Compare at $2,870
GIASave 31.3%0.97ct | Radiant | J | SI1 | Excellent
From $1,828
Compare at $2,663
GIASave 31%0.97ct | Radiant | J | SI1 | Ideal
From $1,880
Compare at $2,726
GIASave 27.9%0.97ct | Radiant | F | VS1 | Excellent
From $4,060
Compare at $5,635
GIASave 29.7%0.97ct | Radiant | I | SI1 | Good
From $2,420
Compare at $3,441
GIA0.97ct | Radiant | E | SI1 | Ideal
From $2,424
Compare at $2,540
GIASave 31.9%0.97ct | Radiant | H | VS2 | Excellent
From $1,413
Compare at $2,075
GIA0.97ct | Radiant | K | VVS2 | Excellent
From $3,087
Compare at $3,210
GIA0.98ct | Radiant | I | VS1 | Ideal
From $2,468
Compare at $2,620
GIASave 10.2%0.98ct | Radiant | G | VS1 | Excellent
From $3,287
Compare at $3,662
Entry pricing in this category starts around $333.
What to Know When Shopping for 1 Carat Radiant Natural Diamonds
- Always compare identical certified diamonds across retailers. Identical certificate numbers can have price differences of $9,486 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 $2,854 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.
- Radiant cuts combine the elegance of emerald shapes with the brilliance of round cuts, offering good value per carat.
Frequently Asked Questions
We currently track 1,748 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $333 and go up to $9,819.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $3,191 with a median around $2,854.
The observed spread is roughly $9,486 across tracked listings, which is about 96.6% 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 $2,854, 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 7 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 $9,486 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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