2.1 Carat Natural Diamond Prices Comparison
As of July 2026, the average price of a 2.1 carat natural diamond is $19,803.2.1 carat diamonds can cost anywhere from $651 to $65,699 depending on shape, color, clarity, and other factors.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are up 0.1%.Compare 1,288 verified listings across 10 retailers in the tables below.
2.1 Carat Natural Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 1,288 verified 2.1-carat natural diamonds listed across 10 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $651 to $65,699, with an average asking price of $19,803 and a median of $18,248.
The price spread of $65,047 (99.0% 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.
1,288 diamonds tracked in this segment
Price range: $651 to $65,699
Average price: $19,803
Median price: $18,248
Available across 10 retailers
Savings potential: up to 99.0%
Price Range Overview
As of Jul 12, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
1,288
$651
$19,803
$18,248
$65,699
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
2.1 Carat Natural Diamond Prices by Shape
Shape-level averages for this carat and type. Open each shape page for full market detail.
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Save 40.7%GIA | 2.12ct | Princess | L | SI2 | Excellent
From $3,159
Compare at $5,328
IGI | 2.11ct | Pear | K | SI1 | Very Good
From $3,884
Compare at $3,885
Save 12.5%IGI | 2.19ct | Round | J | I1 | Ideal
From $3,926
Compare at $4,488
Save 38.6%GIA | 2.2ct | Emerald | K | SI2 | Excellent
From $4,396
Compare at $7,160
IGI | 2.2ct | Round | I | SI2 | Excellent
From $4,465
Compare at $4,612
Save 13%IGI | 2.12ct | Round | F | I1 | Ideal
From $4,652
Compare at $5,349
Save 37%GIA | 2.14ct | Radiant | L | VVS2 | Excellent
From $4,656
Compare at $7,391
Save 36.8%GIA | 2.2ct | Princess | L | VS1 | Ideal
From $4,692
Compare at $7,426
GIA | 2.2ct | Pear | K | SI2 | Excellent
From $4,758
Compare at $4,801
Save 36.9%GIA | 2.2ct | Asscher | J | SI1 | Ideal
From $4,800
Compare at $7,612
IGI | 2.15ct | Emerald | K | VS1 | Very Good
From $4,871
Compare at $4,875
Save 37.5%GIA | 2.11ct | Round | K | SI2 | Excellent
From $5,037
Compare at $8,057
Save 33.9%GIA | 2.2ct | Emerald | L | VS2 | Good
From $5,082
Compare at $7,687
Save 12.8%GIA | 2.2ct | Asscher | K | SI2 | Excellent
From $5,083
Compare at $5,828
GIA | 2.17ct | Cushion | K | VVS1 | Excellent
From $5,153
Compare at $5,341
Save 15.7%GIA | 2.2ct | Round | L | SI1 | Excellent
From $5,252
Compare at $6,230
HRD | 2.11ct | Round | H | SI2 | Ideal
From $5,301
Compare at $5,528
Save 14.3%IGI | 2.11ct | Round | H | SI2 | Excellent
From $5,417
Compare at $6,320
IGI | 2.19ct | Round | K | VS2 | Ideal
From $5,480
Save 17.3%GIA | 2.2ct | Oval | L | VS1 | Good
From $5,528
Compare at $6,688
Save 38.6%GIA | 2.2ct | Emerald | L | VS2 | Ideal
From $5,628
Compare at $9,166
Save 16.4%HRD | 2.2ct | Round | H | SI2 | Ideal
From $5,648
Compare at $6,760
Save 29.1%GIA | 2.2ct | Cushion | K | SI1 | Excellent
From $5,693
Compare at $8,031
Save 16.7%GIA | 2.2ct | Cushion | K | SI2 | Very Good
From $5,726
Compare at $6,875
Save 14.9%GIA | 2.2ct | Oval | K | SI2 | Excellent
From $5,745
Compare at $6,748
Save 17.3%GIA | 2.19ct | Heart | J | SI2 | Excellent
From $5,761
Compare at $6,970
IGI | 2.12ct | Round | K | VS1 | Excellent
From $5,824
Compare at $6,195
Save 38.6%GIA | 2.2ct | Round | L | SI2 | Ideal
From $5,840
Compare at $9,512
Save 38.6%GIA | 2.2ct | Cushion | J | VVS1 | Excellent
From $5,842
Compare at $9,516
Save 39.6%GIA | 2.12ct | Princess | K | VS2 | Excellent
From $5,847
Compare at $9,681
Save 23.7%GIA | 2.2ct | Pear | L | VS2 | Excellent
From $5,899
Compare at $7,727
GIA | 2.2ct | Asscher | K | VVS2 | Very Good
From $5,910
Compare at $6,561
Save 34.9%GIA | 2.11ct | Cushion | K | VS1 | Excellent
From $5,969
Compare at $9,173
Save 26.8%GIA | 2.17ct | Radiant | L | SI1 | Excellent
From $5,970
Compare at $8,161
GIA | 2.18ct | Pear | L | VVS1 | Very Good
From $6,106
Compare at $6,786
Save 37.2%GIA | 2.11ct | Round | K | SI1 | Ideal
From $6,142
Compare at $9,780
Save 28.8%GIA | 2.2ct | Cushion | K | VS1 | Very Good
From $6,194
Compare at $8,695
Save 14.9%IGI | 2.11ct | Round | J | SI2 | Ideal
From $6,206
Compare at $7,289
GIA | 2.2ct | Round | L | SI2 | Excellent
From $6,228
Compare at $6,773
Save 17.1%GIA | 2.16ct | Heart | J | SI1 | Excellent
From $6,259
Compare at $7,550
Save 26.3%GIA | 2.2ct | Oval | K | SI1 | Very Good
From $6,273
Compare at $8,506
Save 18.7%GIA | 2.2ct | Heart | K | VS2 | Very Good
From $6,293
Compare at $7,745
Save 13.1%IGI | 2.19ct | Pear | J | VS1 | Very Good
From $6,359
Compare at $7,320
Save 37.9%GIA | 2.2ct | Round | J | SI2 | Ideal
From $6,375
Compare at $10,264
GIA | 2.2ct | Emerald | J | SI2 | Very Good
From $6,413
Compare at $6,619
IGI | 2.12ct | Emerald | J | VS1 | Very Good
From $6,479
Compare at $6,480
Save 15.4%GIA | 2.18ct | Cushion | K | SI2 | Excellent
From $6,511
Compare at $7,696
Save 42%GIA | 2.12ct | Princess | J | SI2 | Excellent
From $6,538
Compare at $11,266
GIA | 2.18ct | Cushion | K | VS1 | Excellent
From $6,543
Compare at $7,110
GIA | 2.15ct | Oval | K | VS2 | Ideal
From $6,590
Compare at $6,818
Entry pricing in this category starts around $651.
What to Know When Shopping for 2.1 Carat Natural Diamonds
- Always compare identical certified diamonds across retailers. Identical certificate numbers can have price differences of $65,047 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 $18,248 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 1,288 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $651 and go up to $65,699.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $19,803 with a median around $18,248.
The observed spread is roughly $65,047 across tracked listings, which is about 99.0% 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 $19,803. The median price is $18,248, 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 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 $65,047 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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