2.5 Carat Oval Natural Diamond Prices Comparison
As of April 2026, 2.5 carat oval natural diamonds usually range from $1,023 to $63,780, with an average price of $27,695.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are down 0.5%.Compare 1,023 verified listings across 7 retailers tracked by CaratRadar.
2.5 Carat Oval Natural Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 1,023 verified 2.5-carat oval natural diamonds listed across 7 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $1,023 to $63,780, with an average asking price of $27,695 and a median of $27,407.
The price spread of $62,757 (98.4% 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.
1,023 diamonds tracked in this segment
Price range: $1,023 to $63,780
Average price: $27,695
Median price: $27,407
Available across 7 retailers
Savings potential: up to 98.4%
Price Range Overview
As of Apr 14, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
1,023
$1,023
$27,695
$27,407
$63,780
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
Live Listings
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Save 20.9%GIA | 2.5ct | Oval | K | VVS1 | Excellent
From $12,022
Compare at $15,208
Save 34%GIA | 2.5ct | Oval | I | SI2 | Excellent
From $17,157
Compare at $25,980
Save 36.5%GIA | 2.5ct | Oval | K | SI2 | Very Good
From $10,098
Compare at $15,912
GIA | 2.5ct | Oval | D | VS2 | Ideal
From $26,489
Compare at $27,500
GIA | 2.5ct | Oval | E | VS1 | Excellent
From $29,150
Compare at $31,219
GIA | 2.5ct | Oval | L | SI2 | Very Good
From $7,403
Compare at $8,081
Save 18.7%GIA | 2.5ct | Oval | H | SI1 | Excellent
From $22,823
Compare at $28,089
Save 17.6%GIA | 2.5ct | Oval | F | VVS2 | Excellent
From $40,400
Compare at $49,015
Save 23.7%GIA | 2.5ct | Oval | D | SI1 | Excellent
From $28,472
Compare at $37,321
GIA | 2.5ct | Oval | E | VS1 | Excellent
From $39,040
Compare at $46,048
GIA | 2.5ct | Oval | D | SI1 | Excellent
From $33,251
Compare at $33,294
Save 15.6%GIA | 2.5ct | Oval | E | VS1 | Excellent
From $32,200
Compare at $38,138
Save 13.7%GIA | 2.5ct | Oval | G | VS1 | Excellent
From $33,150
Compare at $38,395
Save 19.9%GIA | 2.5ct | Oval | I | SI2 | Very Good
From $16,775
Compare at $20,942
Save 15.6%GIA | 2.5ct | Oval | G | VVS1 | Excellent
From $31,280
Compare at $37,050
GIA | 2.5ct | Oval | H | SI1 | Excellent
From $28,401
Compare at $30,610
GIA | 2.5ct | Oval | E | VVS2 | Excellent
From $33,404
Compare at $35,528
GIA | 2.5ct | Oval | F | SI2 | Excellent
From $21,940
Compare at $23,156
Save 20%GIA | 2.5ct | Oval | J | SI2 | Very Good
From $13,585
Compare at $16,981
Save 38.2%GIA | 2.5ct | Oval | E | SI1 | Very Good
From $27,617
Compare at $44,662
Save 17.3%GIA | 2.5ct | Oval | H | VS2 | Excellent
From $28,200
Compare at $34,102
Save 29.6%GIA | 2.5ct | Oval | G | VVS2 | Excellent
From $29,330
Compare at $41,660
Save 23.7%GIA | 2.5ct | Oval | H | SI2 | Very Good
From $20,024
Compare at $26,248
Save 33.3%GIA | 2.5ct | Oval | H | VS1 | Very Good
From $28,493
Compare at $42,698
Save 13.7%GIA | 2.5ct | Oval | F | SI1 | Excellent
From $28,459
Compare at $32,962
Save 15.6%GIA | 2.5ct | Oval | E | VS2 | Excellent
From $35,363
Compare at $41,877
GIA | 2.5ct | Oval | D | VS2 | Excellent
From $40,063
Compare at $40,313
GIA | 2.5ct | Oval | F | VS2 | Good
From $30,166
Compare at $33,334
Save 25.3%GIA | 2.5ct | Oval | E | VS1 | Excellent
From $34,524
Compare at $46,200
Save 36.5%GIA | 2.5ct | Oval | D | SI1 | Very Good
From $24,125
Compare at $37,985
Save 17.2%GIA | 2.5ct | Oval | F | VS2 | Excellent
From $34,355
Compare at $41,469
Save 18.9%GIA | 2.5ct | Oval | H | VS2 | Very Good
From $27,447
Compare at $33,825
Save 24.7%GIA | 2.5ct | Oval | E | VS2 | Excellent
From $31,323
Compare at $41,625
Save 13.7%GIA | 2.5ct | Oval | G | VVS1 | Excellent
From $38,355
Compare at $44,424
GIA | 2.5ct | Oval | G | SI1 | Excellent
From $28,635
Compare at $30,263
Save 17.1%GIA | 2.5ct | Oval | E | VS2 | Very Good
From $30,641
Compare at $36,971
Save 22.2%GIA | 2.5ct | Oval | J | SI2 | Excellent
From $14,232
Compare at $18,303
GIA | 2.5ct | Oval | F | VS1 | Good
From $34,252
Compare at $36,409
Save 37.1%GIA | 2.5ct | Oval | G | SI1 | Very Good
From $19,394
Compare at $30,842
Save 17.9%GIA | 2.5ct | Oval | H | SI2 | Excellent
From $20,882
Compare at $25,439
GIA | 2.5ct | Oval | H | VS1 | Excellent
From $28,745
Compare at $31,007
Save 13.7%GIA | 2.5ct | Oval | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $38,355
Compare at $44,424
Save 36.5%GIA | 2.5ct | Oval | J | SI2 | Ideal
From $10,050
Compare at $15,837
GIA | 2.5ct | Oval | L | VVS2 | Good
From $10,933
Compare at $11,123
GIA | 2.5ct | Oval | G | SI1 | Excellent
From $27,420
Compare at $29,230
Save 13.7%GIA | 2.5ct | Oval | H | SI2 | Ideal
From $17,575
Compare at $20,355
Save 38.1%GIA | 2.5ct | Oval | F | VS1 | Excellent
From $35,505
Compare at $57,329
Save 15.5%GIA | 2.5ct | Oval | D | VS1 | Excellent
From $36,729
Compare at $43,491
Save 11.6%GIA | 2.5ct | Oval | E | VS2 | Excellent
From $29,856
Compare at $33,771
GIA | 2.5ct | Oval | D | VS2 | Very Good
From $31,240
Compare at $33,232
Entry pricing in this category starts around $1,023.
What to Know When Shopping for 2.5 Carat Oval Natural Diamonds
- Always compare identical certified diamonds across retailers. Identical certificate numbers can have price differences of $62,757 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 $27,407 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.
- Oval diamonds can appear larger than rounds of the same carat weight due to their elongated face-up area. Watch for the bow-tie effect in lower-quality cuts.
Frequently Asked Questions
We currently track 1,023 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $1,023 and go up to $63,780.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $27,695 with a median around $27,407.
The observed spread is roughly $62,757 across tracked listings, which is about 98.4% 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 $27,407, 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 $62,757 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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