2.2 Carat Round Natural Diamond Prices Comparison
As of April 2026, 2.2 carat round natural diamonds usually range from $970 to $66,492, with an average price of $22,503.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are down 0.2%.Compare 356 verified listings across 7 retailers tracked by CaratRadar.
2.2 Carat Round Natural Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 356 verified 2.2-carat round natural diamonds listed across 7 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $970 to $66,492, with an average asking price of $22,503 and a median of $20,634.
The price spread of $65,522 (98.5% 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.
356 diamonds tracked in this segment
Price range: $970 to $66,492
Average price: $22,503
Median price: $20,634
Available across 7 retailers
Savings potential: up to 98.5%
Price Range Overview
As of Apr 14, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
356
$970
$22,503
$20,634
$66,492
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
Live Listings
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GIA | 2.21ct | Round | I | SI2 | Excellent
From $23,762
Compare at $26,647
Save 17%GIA | 2.21ct | Round | H | VS2 | Excellent
From $21,226
Compare at $25,570
GIA | 2.21ct | Round | I | SI1 | Excellent
From $18,766
Compare at $19,809
Save 13.7%GIA | 2.21ct | Round | H | IF | Excellent
From $26,532
Compare at $30,729
Save 12.1%GIA | 2.21ct | Round | K | SI1 | Excellent
From $7,661
Compare at $8,712
Save 20.3%GIA | 2.21ct | Round | J | SI1 | Excellent
From $11,925
Compare at $14,968
Save 14.6%GIA | 2.21ct | Round | F | VS1 | Ideal
From $31,134
Compare at $36,458
Save 14.6%GIA | 2.21ct | Round | E | VVS1 | Excellent
From $41,720
Compare at $48,831
Save 18.9%GIA | 2.21ct | Round | H | SI2 | Excellent
From $14,892
Compare at $18,372
Save 16.6%GIA | 2.21ct | Round | E | VS1 | Excellent
From $42,871
Compare at $51,430
Save 16.8%GIA | 2.21ct | Round | G | FL | Ideal
From $29,945
Compare at $35,981
Save 21.1%GIA | 2.21ct | Round | J | SI2 | Excellent
From $10,266
Compare at $13,011
Save 22.6%GIA | 2.21ct | Round | G | VS1 | Excellent
From $26,861
Compare at $34,716
GIA | 2.21ct | Round | K | VVS1 | Excellent
From $15,189
Compare at $15,866
Save 21%GIA | 2.21ct | Round | J | SI2 | Excellent
From $8,449
Compare at $10,696
GIA | 2.21ct | Round | J | SI2 | Excellent
From $10,332
Compare at $11,470
Save 15.4%GIA | 2.21ct | Round | L | SI2 | Excellent
From $7,727
Compare at $9,137
Save 14.6%GIA | 2.21ct | Round | D | VVS1 | Excellent
From $45,430
Compare at $53,168
Save 18.2%GIA | 2.21ct | Round | E | SI2 | Excellent
From $18,378
Compare at $22,457
GIA | 2.21ct | Round | E | VVS1 | Excellent
From $43,737
Compare at $44,388
Save 19%GIA | 2.21ct | Round | I | VS2 | Excellent
From $16,091
Compare at $19,862
Save 12.9%GIA | 2.21ct | Round | I | SI1 | Excellent
From $13,090
Compare at $15,023
Save 17%GIA | 2.21ct | Round | D | VS2 | Excellent
From $24,050
Compare at $28,990
Save 14.6%GIA | 2.21ct | Round | E | VVS2 | Ideal
From $34,692
Compare at $40,616
GIA | 2.21ct | Round | L | VVS2 | Excellent
From $12,567
Compare at $13,047
Save 36.6%GIA | 2.21ct | Round | L | VS1 | Ideal
From $9,607
Compare at $15,142
Save 19.1%GIA | 2.21ct | Round | J | VS1 | Excellent
From $13,663
Compare at $16,896
GIA | 2.21ct | Round | K | VS2 | Excellent
From $10,287
Compare at $10,990
Save 12.2%GIA | 2.21ct | Round | J | SI2 | Ideal
From $12,594
Compare at $14,338
Save 37.1%GIA | 2.21ct | Round | H | SI1 | Ideal
From $18,940
Compare at $30,118
Save 19.3%GIA | 2.21ct | Round | J | SI1 | Excellent
From $13,127
Compare at $16,267
GIA | 2.21ct | Round | H | VS1 | Excellent
From $24,858
Compare at $27,349
Save 20.4%GIA | 2.21ct | Round | I | SI2 | Excellent
From $11,889
Compare at $14,930
Save 16.9%GIA | 2.21ct | Round | E | SI2 | Excellent
From $18,681
Compare at $22,489
Save 19.1%GIA | 2.21ct | Round | I | SI2 | Excellent
From $13,877
Compare at $17,159
GIA | 2.21ct | Round | D | FL | Ideal
From $57,160
Compare at $59,821
GIA | 2.21ct | Round | F | VVS2 | Excellent
From $23,269
Compare at $25,844
Save 24.2%GIA | 2.21ct | Round | H | SI1 | Good
From $13,587
Compare at $17,928
GIA | 2.21ct | Round | I | SI1 | Excellent
From $19,272
Compare at $21,905
Save 24.1%GIA | 2.21ct | Round | I | VS1 | Excellent
From $17,172
Compare at $22,616
Save 14.1%GIA | 2.21ct | Round | E | VVS1 | Excellent
From $40,260
Compare at $46,846
Save 17%GIA | 2.21ct | Round | H | VS1 | Excellent
From $20,327
Compare at $24,483
Save 26%GIA | 2.21ct | Round | K | VVS2 | Ideal
From $10,078
Compare at $13,625
GIA | 2.21ct | Round | H | IF | Excellent
From $29,072
Compare at $29,695
Save 12.9%GIA | 2.21ct | Round | L | IF | Excellent
From $11,677
Compare at $13,411
Save 19%GIA | 2.21ct | Round | I | SI2 | Excellent
From $15,651
Compare at $19,316
GIA | 2.21ct | Round | I | IF | Ideal
From $23,109
Compare at $25,219
Save 37.4%GIA | 2.21ct | Round | F | IF | Excellent
From $41,596
Compare at $66,448
GIA | 2.21ct | Round | D | SI1 | Excellent
From $27,687
Compare at $29,683
Save 40.4%GIA | 2.21ct | Round | E | VVS1 | Excellent
From $42,264
Compare at $70,951
Entry pricing in this category starts around $970.
What to Know When Shopping for 2.2 Carat Round Natural Diamonds
- Always compare identical certified diamonds across retailers. Identical certificate numbers can have price differences of $65,522 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 $20,634 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.
- Round brilliants command a premium due to higher rough waste during cutting. If budget matters, consider oval or cushion shapes for similar visual size.
Frequently Asked Questions
We currently track 356 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $970 and go up to $66,492.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $22,503 with a median around $20,634.
The observed spread is roughly $65,522 across tracked listings, which is about 98.5% 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 $20,634, 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 $65,522 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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