2.5 Carat Asscher Natural Diamond Prices Comparison

As of February 2026, 2.5 carat asscher natural diamonds usually range from $1,131 to $43,492, with an average price of $17,650.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are down 1.2%.Compare 51 verified listings across 5 retailers tracked by CaratRadar.

Market Insights
Last updated: 2026-02-28

2.5 Carat Asscher Natural Diamond Market Overview

CaratRadar currently tracks 51 verified 2.5-carat asscher natural diamonds listed across 5 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $1,131 to $43,492, with an average asking price of $17,650 and a median of $13,598.

The price spread of $42,361 (97.4% 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.

  • 51 diamonds tracked in this segment

  • Price range: $1,131 to $43,492

  • Average price: $17,650

  • Median price: $13,598

  • Available across 5 retailers

  • Savings potential: up to 97.4%

Price Range Overview

As of Feb 28, 2026
Spread $42,361

Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.

$1,131$43,492
Tracked

51

Lowest

$1,131

Average

$17,650

Median

$13,598

Highest

$43,492

Price History

Price Comparison Matrix

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2.46ct | Asscher | G | VS1 | ExcellentGIA

2.46ct | Asscher | G | VS1 | Excellent

From $30,225

Compare at $33,050

2 stores
2.49ct | Asscher | E | VS1 | IdealIGI
Save 74.6%

2.49ct | Asscher | E | VS1 | Ideal

From $1,131

Compare at $4,460

2 stores
2.5ct | Asscher | K | IF | IdealGIA
Save 54.7%

2.5ct | Asscher | K | IF | Ideal

From $10,290

Compare at $22,726

2 stores
GIA
Save 13.8%

2.5ct | Asscher | F | VS2 | Excellent

From $26,250

Compare at $30,460

2 stores
2.5ct | Asscher | D | SI1 | ExcellentGIA

2.5ct | Asscher | D | SI1 | Excellent

From $31,701

Compare at $32,712

2 stores
2.5ct | Asscher | J | VVS2 | ExcellentGIA
Save 55.5%

2.5ct | Asscher | J | VVS2 | Excellent

From $10,590

Compare at $23,787

3 stores
GIA
Save 11.8%

2.5ct | Asscher | H | VS2 | Ideal

From $22,880

Compare at $25,937

2 stores
2.5ct | Asscher | K | VVS1 | ExcellentGIA
Save 53.8%

2.5ct | Asscher | K | VVS1 | Excellent

From $10,565

Compare at $22,873

2 stores
GIA
Save 13.8%

2.5ct | Asscher | H | VVS2 | Excellent

From $28,125

Compare at $32,630

2 stores
2.5ct | Asscher | D | VS1 | ExcellentGIA
Save 35.9%

2.5ct | Asscher | D | VS1 | Excellent

From $43,492

Compare at $67,857

3 stores
2.5ct | Asscher | G | VVS1 | ExcellentGIA

2.5ct | Asscher | G | VVS1 | Excellent

From $27,010

Compare at $28,616

3 stores
2.5ct | Asscher | J | VVS1 | IdealGIA
Save 55.6%

2.5ct | Asscher | J | VVS1 | Ideal

From $10,940

Compare at $24,648

3 stores
2.5ct | Asscher | K | VS2 | Very GoodGIA
Save 52.6%

2.5ct | Asscher | K | VS2 | Very Good

From $6,961

Compare at $14,680

2 stores
2.5ct | Asscher | G | SI1 | ExcellentGIA

2.5ct | Asscher | G | SI1 | Excellent

From $18,905

Compare at $19,215

2 stores
2.5ct | Asscher | I | VS1 | ExcellentGIA
Save 55.8%

2.5ct | Asscher | I | VS1 | Excellent

From $13,797

Compare at $31,197

2 stores
GIA
Save 12.9%

2.5ct | Asscher | J | SI1 | Excellent

From $18,655

Compare at $21,427

2 stores
2.5ct | Asscher | I | VS1 | ExcellentGIA
Save 22%

2.5ct | Asscher | I | VS1 | Excellent

From $15,323

Compare at $19,640

5 stores
2.5ct | Asscher | I | VS1 | IdealGIA
Save 56.4%

2.5ct | Asscher | I | VS1 | Ideal

From $13,010

Compare at $29,840

3 stores
2.5ct | Asscher | J | VVS2 | ExcellentGIA

2.5ct | Asscher | J | VVS2 | Excellent

From $13,363

Compare at $13,997

3 stores
2.5ct | Asscher | J | VVS2 | ExcellentGIA
Save 54.7%

2.5ct | Asscher | J | VVS2 | Excellent

From $11,104

Compare at $24,533

2 stores
2.5ct | Asscher | G | VVS2 | ExcellentGIA

2.5ct | Asscher | G | VVS2 | Excellent

From $31,003

Compare at $32,002

2 stores
2.5ct | Asscher | J | IF | IdealGIA

2.5ct | Asscher | J | IF | Ideal

From $12,900

Compare at $13,794

2 stores
2.5ct | Asscher | H | SI1 | IdealGIA
Save 56.6%

2.5ct | Asscher | H | SI1 | Ideal

From $13,870

Compare at $31,992

3 stores
2.5ct | Asscher | I | VS1 | ExcellentGIA
Save 55.3%

2.5ct | Asscher | I | VS1 | Excellent

From $13,598

Compare at $30,411

2 stores
2.5ct | Asscher | G | VS2 | IdealGIA
Save 37.9%

2.5ct | Asscher | G | VS2 | Ideal

From $19,940

Compare at $32,116

2 stores
GIA

2.5ct | Asscher | G | VVS2 | Ideal

From $20,670

Compare at $22,174

2 stores
2.5ct | Asscher | I | VVS2 | GoodGIA
Save 54.4%

2.5ct | Asscher | I | VVS2 | Good

From $13,088

Compare at $28,679

2 stores
2.5ct | Asscher | F | VVS2 | ExcellentGIA

2.5ct | Asscher | F | VVS2 | Excellent

From $27,100

Compare at $28,726

2 stores
GIA
Save 15.2%

2.5ct | Asscher | E | VS1 | Excellent

From $37,088

Compare at $43,750

2 stores
2.5ct | Asscher | H | VS1 | ExcellentGIA
Save 15.2%

2.5ct | Asscher | H | VS1 | Excellent

From $25,875

Compare at $30,530

2 stores
2.5ct | Asscher | I | VVS2 | ExcellentGIA
Save 55.8%

2.5ct | Asscher | I | VVS2 | Excellent

From $13,622

Compare at $30,804

2 stores
2.5ct | Asscher | G | VS2 | ExcellentGIA

2.5ct | Asscher | G | VS2 | Excellent

From $32,693

Compare at $33,720

2 stores
2.5ct | Asscher | E | VS2 | ExcellentGIA
Save 36.7%

2.5ct | Asscher | E | VS2 | Excellent

From $25,336

Compare at $40,018

2 stores
2.51ct | Asscher | K | VS2 | ExcellentGIA
Save 23%

2.51ct | Asscher | K | VS2 | Excellent

From $11,822

Compare at $15,356

3 stores
2.51ct | Asscher | J | SI1 | Very GoodGIA
Save 53.2%

2.51ct | Asscher | J | SI1 | Very Good

From $8,334

Compare at $17,800

2 stores
2.51ct | Asscher | J | VS1 | IdealGIA
Save 54.6%

2.51ct | Asscher | J | VS1 | Ideal

From $10,710

Compare at $23,603

3 stores
2.51ct | Asscher | J | VVS2 | ExcellentGIA
Save 54.8%

2.51ct | Asscher | J | VVS2 | Excellent

From $11,305

Compare at $24,985

2 stores
2.51ct | Asscher | I | VS1 | IdealGIA
Save 54.3%

2.51ct | Asscher | I | VS1 | Ideal

From $11,555

Compare at $25,303

2 stores
2.51ct | Asscher | H | VS1 | IdealGIA
Save 56.9%

2.51ct | Asscher | H | VS1 | Ideal

From $17,230

Compare at $39,933

3 stores
2.51ct | Asscher | H | SI2 | ExcellentGIA

2.51ct | Asscher | H | SI2 | Excellent

From $10,693

Compare at $11,232

2 stores
2.51ct | Asscher | J | SI1 | IdealGIA
Save 54.4%

2.51ct | Asscher | J | SI1 | Ideal

From $8,810

Compare at $19,322

3 stores
2.51ct | Asscher | I | SI1 | IdealGIA
Save 55.5%

2.51ct | Asscher | I | SI1 | Ideal

From $10,760

Compare at $24,196

3 stores
2.51ct | Asscher | K | VVS1 | ExcellentGIA
Save 53.8%

2.51ct | Asscher | K | VVS1 | Excellent

From $9,962

Compare at $21,559

2 stores
2.51ct | Asscher | G | VS1 | ExcellentGIA

2.51ct | Asscher | G | VS1 | Excellent

From $36,380

Compare at $37,887

2 stores
2.51ct | Asscher | J | VVS1 | ExcellentGIA
Save 54.7%

2.51ct | Asscher | J | VVS1 | Excellent

From $11,365

Compare at $25,116

2 stores
2.52ct | Asscher | D | VVS2 | ExcellentGIA
Save 65.3%

2.52ct | Asscher | D | VVS2 | Excellent

From $1,912

Compare at $5,503

3 stores
2.52ct | Asscher | E | VVS1 | ExcellentGIA
Save 65.5%

2.52ct | Asscher | E | VVS1 | Excellent

From $2,033

Compare at $5,895

3 stores
2.53ct | Asscher | J | VS2 | IdealGIA
Save 54.8%

2.53ct | Asscher | J | VS2 | Ideal

From $11,130

Compare at $24,620

3 stores
2.53ct | Asscher | G | VS2 | ExcellentGIA

2.53ct | Asscher | G | VS2 | Excellent

From $35,843

Compare at $37,336

2 stores
2.54ct | Asscher | D | VVS1 | ExcellentGIA
Save 49.1%

2.54ct | Asscher | D | VVS1 | Excellent

From $4,062

Compare at $7,982

2 stores

Entry pricing in this category starts around $1,131.

What to Know When Shopping for 2.5 Carat Asscher Natural Diamonds

  1. Always compare identical certified diamonds across retailers. Identical certificate numbers can have price differences of $42,361 or more.
  2. 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.
  3. The median price of $13,598 is a useful benchmark. If you see a deal significantly below this, verify the retailer's reputation and return policy.
  4. 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.
  5. Compare natural vs. lab-grown options for the same carat and shape. Lab-grown diamonds are chemically identical but often 30-50% less expensive.
  6. Check shipping, insurance, and return policies. The lowest sticker price is not always the best deal once you factor in total cost of purchase.
  7. Asscher cuts are essentially square emerald cuts. Like emeralds, clarity is highly visible, so prioritize higher clarity grades.

Frequently Asked Questions

We currently track 51 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $1,131 and go up to $43,492.

Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $17,650 with a median around $13,598.

The observed spread is roughly $42,361 across tracked listings, which is about 97.4% 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 $13,598, 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 5 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 $42,361 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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