2.3 Carat Natural Diamond Prices Comparison
As of April 2026, the average price of a 2.3 carat natural diamond is $20,061.2.3 carat diamonds can cost anywhere from $889 to $69,802 depending on shape, color, clarity, and other factors.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are down 0.4%.Compare 473 verified listings across 7 retailers in the tables below.
2.3 Carat Natural Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 473 verified 2.3-carat natural diamonds listed across 7 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $889 to $69,802, with an average asking price of $20,061 and a median of $19,302.
The price spread of $68,913 (98.7% 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.
473 diamonds tracked in this segment
Price range: $889 to $69,802
Average price: $20,061
Median price: $19,302
Available across 7 retailers
Savings potential: up to 98.7%
Price Range Overview
As of Apr 14, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
473
$889
$20,061
$19,302
$69,802
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
2.3 Carat Natural Diamond Prices by Shape
Shape-level averages for this carat and type. Open each shape page for full market detail.
Live Listings
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GIA | 2.3ct | Asscher | J | SI2 | Excellent
From $7,755
Compare at $8,511
Save 18.9%GIA | 2.34ct | Asscher | J | SI2 | Excellent
From $8,233
Compare at $10,150
Save 24.2%GIA | 2.35ct | Asscher | J | VS1 | Good
From $13,983
Compare at $18,457
GIA | 2.36ct | Asscher | J | IF | Excellent
From $16,573
Compare at $18,808
Save 36%GIA | 2.39ct | Asscher | I | SI1 | Ideal
From $8,351
Compare at $13,040
Save 14.2%GIA | 2.3ct | Cushion | K | SI2 | Excellent
From $6,150
Compare at $7,171
Save 23.5%GIA | 2.3ct | Cushion | E | VS2 | Excellent
From $25,275
Compare at $33,021
GIA | 2.3ct | Cushion | J | IF | Very Good
From $13,003
Compare at $13,245
Save 16.6%GIA | 2.3ct | Cushion | G | VS1 | Excellent
From $25,921
Compare at $31,063
Save 12.8%GIA | 2.3ct | Cushion | E | SI1 | Excellent
From $26,194
Compare at $30,024
GIA | 2.3ct | Cushion | E | VVS2 | Excellent
From $32,866
Compare at $33,782
Save 16.6%GIA | 2.3ct | Cushion | F | VVS2 | Excellent
From $26,238
Compare at $31,442
Save 32.1%GIA | 2.3ct | Cushion | J | VVS2 | Excellent
From $8,808
Compare at $12,979
GIA | 2.3ct | Cushion | H | VS2 | Excellent
From $14,650
Compare at $15,408
Save 12.5%GIA | 2.3ct | Cushion | J | VVS2 | Excellent
From $8,353
Compare at $9,552
GIA | 2.3ct | Cushion | J | VVS2 | Excellent
From $8,157
Compare at $8,800
Save 20.9%GIA | 2.3ct | Cushion | G | SI2 | Ideal
From $12,511
Compare at $15,813
Save 15.6%GIA | 2.3ct | Cushion | D | VVS1 | Excellent
From $31,740
Compare at $37,593
GIA | 2.3ct | Cushion | D | SI2 | Excellent
From $14,790
Compare at $15,426
Save 13%GIA | 2.3ct | Cushion | J | VS1 | Excellent
From $10,141
Compare at $11,655
GIA | 2.3ct | Cushion | D | VS2 | Excellent
From $23,749
Compare at $26,361
Save 23.2%GIA | 2.3ct | Cushion | F | SI2 | Excellent
From $10,366
Compare at $13,500
Save 17.8%GIA | 2.3ct | Cushion | H | VS1 | Excellent
From $19,772
Compare at $24,063
Save 16.6%GIA | 2.3ct | Cushion | H | VS2 | Excellent
From $20,367
Compare at $24,422
GIA | 2.31ct | Cushion | D | VS2 | Excellent
From $29,993
Compare at $31,579
GIA | 2.31ct | Cushion | I | SI2 | Excellent
From $16,935
Compare at $20,849
Save 22.7%IGI | 2.31ct | Cushion | J | VS1 | Very Good
From $10,247
Compare at $13,260
Save 20%GIA | 2.32ct | Cushion | I | SI2 | Excellent
From $14,007
Compare at $17,507
Save 20.2%GIA | 2.32ct | Cushion | J | SI1 | Excellent
From $13,050
Compare at $16,345
Save 24.9%GIA | 2.32ct | Cushion | H | SI2 | Excellent
From $16,893
Compare at $22,484
Save 13.6%GIA | 2.33ct | Cushion | D | VS2 | Excellent
From $32,530
Compare at $37,672
GIA | 2.35ct | Cushion | I | SI2 | Excellent
From $19,966
Compare at $21,150
Save 21%GIA | 2.35ct | Cushion | K | VS1 | Excellent
From $12,152
Compare at $15,373
Save 12.9%GIA | 2.36ct | Cushion | J | SI1 | Excellent
From $8,865
Compare at $10,175
GIA | 2.36ct | Cushion | H | VVS2 | Excellent
From $26,160
Compare at $26,649
GIA | 2.37ct | Cushion | I | VS1 | Excellent
From $13,915
Compare at $14,862
Save 13.7%GIA | 2.39ct | Cushion | G | VVS2 | Very Good
From $21,955
Compare at $25,428
Save 16.6%GIA | 2.3ct | Emerald | F | VS1 | Excellent
From $25,789
Compare at $30,905
GIA | 2.3ct | Emerald | I | VS2 | Excellent
From $17,956
Compare at $19,348
GIA | 2.3ct | Emerald | H | VVS1 | Excellent
From $23,846
Compare at $25,686
GIA | 2.3ct | Emerald | H | VVS1 | Excellent
From $23,744
Compare at $25,685
Save 12.1%GIA | 2.3ct | Emerald | H | IF | Excellent
From $22,118
Compare at $25,172
Save 10.6%GIA | 2.3ct | Emerald | J | VS1 | Excellent
From $13,585
Compare at $15,189
Save 18%GIA | 2.3ct | Emerald | G | VVS1 | Excellent
From $24,958
Compare at $30,430
Save 18%GIA | 2.3ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | Excellent
From $27,178
Compare at $33,150
GIA | 2.3ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $21,048
Compare at $23,169
GIA | 2.3ct | Emerald | D | VVS1 | Excellent
From $29,865
Compare at $32,037
GIA | 2.3ct | Emerald | F | VS1 | Excellent
From $29,956
Compare at $32,603
GIA | 2.3ct | Emerald | J | VS2 | Excellent
From $13,561
Compare at $14,715
GIA | 2.3ct | Emerald | H | VS1 | Excellent
From $26,435
Compare at $27,310
Entry pricing in this category starts around $889.
What to Know When Shopping for 2.3 Carat Natural Diamonds
- Always compare identical certified diamonds across retailers. Identical certificate numbers can have price differences of $68,913 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 $19,302 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 473 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $889 and go up to $69,802.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $20,061 with a median around $19,302.
The observed spread is roughly $68,913 across tracked listings, which is about 98.7% 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 $19,302, 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 $68,913 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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