2.5 Carat Princess Lab Grown Diamond Prices Comparison
As of February 2026, 2.5 carat princess lab grown diamonds usually range from $515 to $11,380, with an average price of $1,332.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are down 3.2%.Compare 1,515 verified listings across 11 retailers tracked by CaratRadar.
2.5 Carat Princess Lab Grown Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 1,515 verified 2.5-carat princess lab grown diamonds listed across 11 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $515 to $11,380, with an average asking price of $1,332 and a median of $898.
The price spread of $10,865 (95.5% 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.
1,515 diamonds tracked in this segment
Price range: $515 to $11,380
Average price: $1,332
Median price: $898
Available across 11 retailers
Savings potential: up to 95.5%
Price Range Overview
As of Feb 28, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
1,515
$515
$1,332
$898
$11,380
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
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IGISave 80.4%2.46ct | Princess | E | VS1 | Excellent
From $895
Compare at $4,570
IGISave 85.7%2.46ct | Princess | F | SI1 | Ideal
From $515
Compare at $3,600
IGISave 81.2%2.46ct | Princess | G | VS2 | Ideal
From $693
Compare at $3,690
IGISave 81.9%2.46ct | Princess | F | VVS2 | Ideal
From $673
Compare at $3,720
IGISave 85.5%2.46ct | Princess | E | VVS2 | Ideal
From $744
Compare at $5,140
IGISave 75.4%2.46ct | Princess | G | VS2 | Ideal
From $702
Compare at $2,850
IGISave 56.4%2.46ct | Princess | G | VS1 | Excellent
From $702
Compare at $1,610
IGISave 70.7%2.46ct | Princess | G | VS1 | Ideal
From $750
Compare at $2,560
IGISave 84.7%2.46ct | Princess | F | VVS1 | Ideal
From $1,333
Compare at $8,710
IGISave 71.6%2.46ct | Princess | E | VS2 | Ideal
From $962
Compare at $3,390
IGISave 75.8%2.46ct | Princess | D | FL | Ideal
From $6,633
Compare at $27,400
IGISave 82.2%2.46ct | Princess | G | VVS2 | Ideal
From $898
Compare at $5,043
IGISave 63%2.46ct | Princess | G | VVS2 | Excellent
From $694
Compare at $1,876
IGISave 77.9%2.46ct | Princess | G | VS1 | Ideal
From $572
Compare at $2,590
IGISave 65.1%2.46ct | Princess | E | VS1 | Excellent
From $1,353
Compare at $3,880
IGISave 67.3%2.46ct | Princess | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $692
Compare at $2,115
IGISave 82%2.46ct | Princess | F | VS2 | Very Good
From $711
Compare at $3,950
GIASave 76.7%2.46ct | Princess | G | VS1 | Excellent
From $1,387
Compare at $5,960
IGISave 85.3%2.46ct | Princess | D | VS2 | Excellent
From $697
Compare at $4,750
IGISave 84.9%2.46ct | Princess | E | IF | Excellent
From $1,484
Compare at $9,840
IGISave 85.4%2.46ct | Princess | D | VVS2 | Ideal
From $894
Compare at $6,110
IGISave 67.3%2.46ct | Princess | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $692
Compare at $2,115
IGISave 67.5%2.46ct | Princess | G | VS1 | Excellent
From $624
Compare at $1,920
IGISave 66.9%2.46ct | Princess | E | VS1 | Very Good
From $700
Compare at $2,115
IGISave 66.6%2.46ct | Princess | E | VVS2 | Ideal
From $905
Compare at $2,705
IGISave 80.8%2.46ct | Princess | E | VS1 | Very Good
From $675
Compare at $3,510
IGISave 43.3%2.46ct | Princess | FANCY | VS1 | Good
From $759
Compare at $1,339
IGISave 71.3%2.46ct | Princess | D | VS2 | Excellent
From $1,365
Compare at $4,750
IGISave 83.8%2.46ct | Princess | F | SI1 | Ideal
From $585
Compare at $3,620
IGISave 83%2.46ct | Princess | F | VVS2 | Ideal
From $845
Compare at $4,960
IGISave 65.1%2.46ct | Princess | H | VS1 | Ideal
From $731
Compare at $2,094
IGISave 72.3%2.46ct | Princess | F | VS2 | Ideal
From $773
Compare at $2,790
IGISave 81.7%2.46ct | Princess | E | VVS2 | Very Good
From $687
Compare at $3,750
IGISave 75.6%2.46ct | Princess | E | VVS1 | Ideal
From $1,482
Compare at $6,070
IGISave 83.2%2.46ct | Princess | D | VVS2 | Excellent
From $1,018
Compare at $6,080
IGISave 59.1%2.46ct | Princess | F | VS1 | Ideal
From $674
Compare at $1,650
IGISave 83.5%2.46ct | Princess | G | VS1 | Very Good
From $625
Compare at $3,780
IGISave 79.9%2.46ct | Princess | G | VS1 | Very Good
From $620
Compare at $3,090
IGISave 72.9%2.46ct | Princess | G | VS2 | Ideal
From $702
Compare at $2,590
IGISave 80.3%2.46ct | Princess | G | VS2 | Ideal
From $664
Compare at $3,370
IGISave 84.2%2.46ct | Princess | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $729
Compare at $4,600
IGISave 81.9%2.46ct | Princess | G | VS2 | Ideal
From $664
Compare at $3,680
IGISave 78.3%2.46ct | Princess | F | VS1 | Very Good
From $664
Compare at $3,060
IGISave 70.7%2.46ct | Princess | G | VS1 | Ideal
From $760
Compare at $2,590
IGISave 73.2%2.47ct | Princess | E | VS1 | Very Good
From $944
Compare at $3,520
IGISave 86.1%2.47ct | Princess | E | SI1 | Ideal
From $524
Compare at $3,760
IGISave 81.7%2.47ct | Princess | E | VVS2 | Very Good
From $726
Compare at $3,970
IGISave 78.8%2.47ct | Princess | F | VVS2 | Very Good
From $666
Compare at $3,140
IGISave 83.8%2.47ct | Princess | E | VVS2 | Excellent
From $835
Compare at $5,150
IGISave 63.7%2.47ct | Princess | F | VVS2 | Ideal
From $726
Compare at $2,001
Entry pricing in this category starts around $515.
What to Know When Shopping for 2.5 Carat Princess Lab Grown Diamonds
- Always compare identical certified diamonds across retailers. Identical certificate numbers can have price differences of $10,865 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 $898 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.
- Lab-grown diamonds offer excellent value. Ensure the stone comes with a GIA or IGI certificate confirming it is laboratory-grown.
- Check shipping, insurance, and return policies. The lowest sticker price is not always the best deal once you factor in total cost of purchase.
- Princess-cut diamonds are prone to chipping at the corners. Look for protective prong settings and avoid stones with visible inclusions near the edges.
Frequently Asked Questions
We currently track 1,515 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $515 and go up to $11,380.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $1,332 with a median around $898.
The observed spread is roughly $10,865 across tracked listings, which is about 95.5% 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 $898, 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 11 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 $10,865 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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