2.5 Carat Marquise Lab Grown Diamond Prices Comparison

As of February 2026, 2.5 carat marquise lab grown diamonds usually range from $597 to $10,388, with an average price of $1,327.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are down 3.5%.Compare 1,003 verified listings across 12 retailers tracked by CaratRadar.

Market Insights
Last updated: 2026-02-28

2.5 Carat Marquise Lab Grown Diamond Market Overview

CaratRadar currently tracks 1,003 verified 2.5-carat marquise lab grown diamonds listed across 12 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $597 to $10,388, with an average asking price of $1,327 and a median of $977.

The price spread of $9,791 (94.3% 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.

  • 1,003 diamonds tracked in this segment

  • Price range: $597 to $10,388

  • Average price: $1,327

  • Median price: $977

  • Available across 12 retailers

  • Savings potential: up to 94.3%

Price Range Overview

As of Feb 28, 2026
Spread $9,791

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

$597$10,388
Tracked

1,003

Lowest

$597

Average

$1,327

Median

$977

Highest

$10,388

Price History

Price Comparison Matrix

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2.46ct | Marquise | G | VVS1 | IdealIGI
Save 86.5%

2.46ct | Marquise | G | VVS1 | Ideal

From $634

Compare at $4,690

4 stores
2.46ct | Marquise | G | VVS2 | IdealIGI
Save 84.4%

2.46ct | Marquise | G | VVS2 | Ideal

From $679

Compare at $4,350

5 stores
2.46ct | Marquise | D | IF | Very GoodIGI
Save 69.9%

2.46ct | Marquise | D | IF | Very Good

From $4,701

Compare at $15,630

6 stores
2.46ct | Marquise | E | VS1 | Very GoodIGI
Save 70.6%

2.46ct | Marquise | E | VS1 | Very Good

From $1,036

Compare at $3,530

5 stores
2.46ct | Marquise | E | VS1 | IdealIGI
Save 67.6%

2.46ct | Marquise | E | VS1 | Ideal

From $992

Compare at $3,060

2 stores
2.46ct | Marquise | F | VVS2 | ExcellentIGI
Save 81.6%

2.46ct | Marquise | F | VVS2 | Excellent

From $912

Compare at $4,950

3 stores
2.46ct | Marquise | F | VS2 | ExcellentIGI
Save 78.8%

2.46ct | Marquise | F | VS2 | Excellent

From $845

Compare at $3,980

3 stores
2.46ct | Marquise | E | VS1 | ExcellentIGI
Save 81.5%

2.46ct | Marquise | E | VS1 | Excellent

From $903

Compare at $4,890

3 stores
2.46ct | Marquise | E | VS1 | IdealIGI
Save 57.7%

2.46ct | Marquise | E | VS1 | Ideal

From $895

Compare at $2,115

3 stores
2.46ct | Marquise | F | VS1 | Very GoodIGI
Save 50.8%

2.46ct | Marquise | F | VS1 | Very Good

From $811

Compare at $1,650

2 stores
2.46ct | Marquise | G | VS1 | IdealIGI
Save 71.9%

2.46ct | Marquise | G | VS1 | Ideal

From $664

Compare at $2,360

3 stores
2.46ct | Marquise | E | VVS2 | IdealIGI
Save 73.4%

2.46ct | Marquise | E | VVS2 | Ideal

From $898

Compare at $3,380

7 stores
2.46ct | Marquise | G | VVS2 | ExcellentIGI
Save 83.4%

2.46ct | Marquise | G | VVS2 | Excellent

From $722

Compare at $4,340

2 stores
2.46ct | Marquise | E | VS2 | IdealIGI
Save 56.7%

2.46ct | Marquise | E | VS2 | Ideal

From $862

Compare at $1,990

3 stores
2.46ct | Marquise | E | VVS2 | IdealIGI
Save 68.8%

2.46ct | Marquise | E | VVS2 | Ideal

From $844

Compare at $2,705

3 stores
2.46ct | Marquise | F | VVS2 | Very GoodIGI
Save 51.1%

2.46ct | Marquise | F | VVS2 | Very Good

From $845

Compare at $1,727

2 stores
2.46ct | Marquise | D | VS1 | IdealGIA
Save 63.4%

2.46ct | Marquise | D | VS1 | Ideal

From $1,941

Compare at $5,310

2 stores
2.46ct | Marquise | F | VS1 | Very GoodIGI
Save 64.5%

2.46ct | Marquise | F | VS1 | Very Good

From $694

Compare at $1,953

5 stores
2.46ct | Marquise | E | VS1 | Very GoodIGI
Save 76.9%

2.46ct | Marquise | E | VS1 | Very Good

From $1,125

Compare at $4,860

3 stores
2.46ct | Marquise | F | VS1 | IdealIGI
Save 72.6%

2.46ct | Marquise | F | VS1 | Ideal

From $836

Compare at $3,050

3 stores
2.46ct | Marquise | E | VS1 | Very GoodIGI
Save 71.8%

2.46ct | Marquise | E | VS1 | Very Good

From $907

Compare at $3,220

4 stores
2.46ct | Marquise | E | VVS2 | Very GoodIGI
Save 78.1%

2.46ct | Marquise | E | VVS2 | Very Good

From $966

Compare at $4,420

3 stores
2.46ct | Marquise | G | VVS2 | ExcellentIGI
Save 84.3%

2.46ct | Marquise | G | VVS2 | Excellent

From $683

Compare at $4,340

2 stores
2.46ct | Marquise | F | VS1 | Very GoodIGI
Save 50.6%

2.46ct | Marquise | F | VS1 | Very Good

From $834

Compare at $1,688

2 stores
2.46ct | Marquise | E | VS1 | ExcellentIGI
Save 55.7%

2.46ct | Marquise | E | VS1 | Excellent

From $905

Compare at $2,040

3 stores
2.46ct | Marquise | E | VS1 | IdealIGI
Save 57.7%

2.46ct | Marquise | E | VS1 | Ideal

From $895

Compare at $2,115

3 stores
2.47ct | Marquise | D | VVS1 | Very GoodIGI
Save 14.1%

2.47ct | Marquise | D | VVS1 | Very Good

From $1,214

Compare at $1,413

2 stores
2.47ct | Marquise | E | VVS1 | IdealIGI
Save 84.2%

2.47ct | Marquise | E | VVS1 | Ideal

From $967

Compare at $6,100

3 stores
2.47ct | Marquise | D | IF | ExcellentIGI
Save 73.8%

2.47ct | Marquise | D | IF | Excellent

From $4,450

Compare at $16,993

7 stores
2.47ct | Marquise | E | VS1 | IdealIGI
Save 77.5%

2.47ct | Marquise | E | VS1 | Ideal

From $906

Compare at $4,020

5 stores
2.47ct | Marquise | D | VVS2 | Very GoodIGI
Save 41.9%

2.47ct | Marquise | D | VVS2 | Very Good

From $2,347

Compare at $4,040

2 stores
2.47ct | Marquise | E | VS1 | ExcellentIGI
Save 80.7%

2.47ct | Marquise | E | VS1 | Excellent

From $716

Compare at $3,700

6 stores
2.47ct | Marquise | D | VS1 | ExcellentIGI
Save 82.3%

2.47ct | Marquise | D | VS1 | Excellent

From $950

Compare at $5,375

3 stores
2.47ct | Marquise | D | VVS2 | ExcellentIGI
Save 74.9%

2.47ct | Marquise | D | VVS2 | Excellent

From $1,534

Compare at $6,100

7 stores
2.47ct | Marquise | D | VVS2 | Very GoodIGI
Save 36.2%

2.47ct | Marquise | D | VVS2 | Very Good

From $1,098

Compare at $1,721

2 stores
2.47ct | Marquise | E | VVS2 | Very GoodIGI
Save 81.4%

2.47ct | Marquise | E | VVS2 | Very Good

From $893

Compare at $4,800

6 stores
2.47ct | Marquise | G | VVS2 | ExcellentIGI
Save 84.6%

2.47ct | Marquise | G | VVS2 | Excellent

From $673

Compare at $4,370

2 stores
2.47ct | Marquise | E | VS1 | IdealIGI
Save 74.7%

2.47ct | Marquise | E | VS1 | Ideal

From $897

Compare at $3,550

3 stores
2.47ct | Marquise | E | VVS2 | Very GoodIGI
Save 68.8%

2.47ct | Marquise | E | VVS2 | Very Good

From $847

Compare at $2,715

2 stores
2.47ct | Marquise | E | VS1 | ExcellentIGI
Save 72%

2.47ct | Marquise | E | VS1 | Excellent

From $858

Compare at $3,070

3 stores
2.47ct | Marquise | F | VS1 | Very GoodIGI
Save 80.5%

2.47ct | Marquise | F | VS1 | Very Good

From $868

Compare at $4,440

3 stores
2.47ct | Marquise | E | IF | ExcellentIGI
Save 53.6%

2.47ct | Marquise | E | IF | Excellent

From $5,345

Compare at $11,517

4 stores
2.47ct | Marquise | E | VS1 | IdealIGI
Save 73.2%

2.47ct | Marquise | E | VS1 | Ideal

From $867

Compare at $3,230

5 stores
2.47ct | Marquise | G | VS1 | IdealIGI
Save 73.9%

2.47ct | Marquise | G | VS1 | Ideal

From $683

Compare at $2,620

3 stores
2.47ct | Marquise | E | VS1 | IdealIGI
Save 71.1%

2.47ct | Marquise | E | VS1 | Ideal

From $887

Compare at $3,070

5 stores
2.47ct | Marquise | E | VVS2 | IdealIGI
Save 68.8%

2.47ct | Marquise | E | VVS2 | Ideal

From $847

Compare at $2,715

3 stores
2.47ct | Marquise | D | VS1 | Very GoodIGI
Save 58.9%

2.47ct | Marquise | D | VS1 | Very Good

From $2,207

Compare at $5,370

2 stores
2.47ct | Marquise | E | VS2 | IdealIGI
Save 78.3%

2.47ct | Marquise | E | VS2 | Ideal

From $691

Compare at $3,180

4 stores
2.47ct | Marquise | E | VVS2 | ExcellentIGI
Save 85.9%

2.47ct | Marquise | E | VVS2 | Excellent

From $1,034

Compare at $7,330

2 stores
2.47ct | Marquise | F | VS1 | ExcellentIGI
Save 74.9%

2.47ct | Marquise | F | VS1 | Excellent

From $839

Compare at $3,350

3 stores

Entry pricing in this category starts around $597.

What to Know When Shopping for 2.5 Carat Marquise Lab Grown Diamonds

  1. Always compare identical certified diamonds across retailers. Identical certificate numbers can have price differences of $9,791 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 $977 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. Lab-grown diamonds offer excellent value. Ensure the stone comes with a GIA or IGI certificate confirming it is laboratory-grown.
  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. Marquise diamonds maximize carat weight face-up and appear larger than their actual weight. Check symmetry carefully.

Frequently Asked Questions

We currently track 1,003 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $597 and go up to $10,388.

Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $1,327 with a median around $977.

The observed spread is roughly $9,791 across tracked listings, which is about 94.3% 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 $977, 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 12 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 $9,791 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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