2.5 Carat Princess Natural Diamond Prices Comparison
As of October 2026, 2.5 carat princess natural diamonds in the 2.50–2.74 carat benchmark range usually range from $785 to $55,054, with an average price of $19,795.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are down 0.9%.Compare 213 verified listings across 10 retailers tracked by CaratRadar.
2.5 Carat Princess Natural Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 213 verified 2.5-carat princess natural diamonds in the 2.50–2.74 carat benchmark range, listed across 10 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $785 to $55,054, with an average asking price of $19,795 and a median of $18,473.
The price spread of $54,269 (98.6% 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 use the same benchmark range throughout the page and 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.
213 diamonds tracked in the 2.50–2.74 carat benchmark
Price range: $785 to $55,054
Average price: $19,795
Median price: $18,473
Available across 10 retailers
Savings potential: up to 98.6%
Price Range Overview
As of Oct 12, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
213
$785
$19,795
$18,473
$55,054
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
Live Listings
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HRD | 2.51ct | Princess | H | SI2 | Ideal
From $4,322
Compare at $4,421
Save 24.4%IGI | 2.5ct | Princess | K | SI1 | Excellent
From $5,099
Compare at $6,747
Save 38.6%GIA | 2.51ct | Princess | K | SI2 | Excellent
From $5,288
Compare at $8,613
Save 12.3%IGI | 2.5ct | Princess | I | SI2 | Ideal
From $5,462
Compare at $6,227
Save 27%GIA | 2.52ct | Princess | K | SI2 | Good
From $5,961
Compare at $8,165
IGI | 2.51ct | Princess | J | SI1 | Very Good
From $6,035
Compare at $6,293
Save 38.6%GIA | 2.5ct | Princess | J | SI2 | Excellent
From $7,084
Compare at $11,537
IGI | 2.51ct | Princess | G | SI2 | Excellent
From $7,091
Compare at $7,188
Save 25.1%IGI | 2.51ct | Princess | K | VVS2 | Very Good
From $7,244
Compare at $9,670
GIA | 2.5ct | Princess | J | SI2 | Good
From $7,465
Compare at $8,066
Save 25.1%GIA | 2.51ct | Princess | K | SI1 | Excellent
From $7,527
Compare at $10,048
GIA | 2.5ct | Princess | K | SI1 | Ideal
From $7,689
Compare at $8,195
GIA | 2.53ct | Princess | K | SI2 | Ideal
From $7,768
Compare at $8,281
GIA | 2.51ct | Princess | L | VS2 | Ideal
From $8,087
Compare at $8,628
Save 29.5%GIA | 2.5ct | Princess | K | VS2 | Excellent
From $8,417
Compare at $11,947
Save 28.9%GIA | 2.52ct | Princess | K | SI2 | Excellent
From $8,778
Compare at $12,339
IGI | 2.5ct | Princess | I | VS2 | Ideal
From $8,940
Compare at $9,425
IGI | 2.52ct | Princess | F | SI2 | Excellent
From $8,989
Compare at $9,030
Save 25.8%IGI | 2.5ct | Princess | J | VVS2 | Ideal
From $9,076
Compare at $12,227
GIA | 2.5ct | Princess | K | VS1 | Ideal
From $9,174
Compare at $10,006
GIA | 2.51ct | Princess | J | SI1 | Ideal
From $9,350
Compare at $9,887
Save 14.5%IGI | 2.5ct | Princess | J | VS1 | Very Good
From $9,427
Compare at $11,031
Save 14.5%IGI | 2.52ct | Princess | J | VS1 | Very Good
From $9,501
Compare at $11,119
Save 41.4%GIA | 2.5ct | Princess | K | VVS1 | Excellent
From $9,513
Compare at $16,243
Save 25.8%IGI | 2.5ct | Princess | J | VS2 | Very Good
From $9,534
Compare at $12,844
Save 41.4%GIA | 2.51ct | Princess | J | SI1 | Excellent
From $9,557
Compare at $16,318
Save 20.8%GIA | 2.5ct | Princess | J | SI1 | Excellent
From $9,581
Compare at $12,098
Save 14.6%IGI | 2.5ct | Princess | I | VS2 | Very Good
From $9,849
Compare at $11,533
Save 14.6%IGI | 2.51ct | Princess | J | VS1 | Very Good
From $9,952
Compare at $11,654
GIA | 2.51ct | Princess | J | SI1 | Ideal
From $10,110
Compare at $10,725
Save 15.8%IGI | 2.51ct | Princess | J | VVS1 | Very Good
From $10,174
Compare at $12,083
Save 25.8%GIA | 2.56ct | Princess | J | VS1 | Excellent
From $10,191
Compare at $13,734
Save 30.6%GIA | 2.5ct | Princess | J | VS1 | Good
From $10,228
Compare at $14,740
Save 14.6%IGI | 2.5ct | Princess | I | SI1 | Very Good
From $10,252
Compare at $12,010
Save 13.2%HRD | 2.5ct | Princess | G | SI1 | Excellent
From $10,324
Compare at $11,888
Save 30%GIA | 2.51ct | Princess | J | SI2 | Good
From $10,400
Compare at $14,862
Save 10.7%GIA | 2.5ct | Princess | I | SI2 | Excellent
From $10,510
Compare at $11,772
Save 24.9%GIA | 2.5ct | Princess | J | VVS2 | Excellent
From $10,596
Compare at $14,100
GIA | 2.73ct | Princess | K | SI2 | Excellent
From $10,610
Compare at $11,181
Save 41.4%GIA | 2.51ct | Princess | J | VS1 | Excellent
From $10,621
Compare at $18,140
Save 20.9%GIA | 2.5ct | Princess | J | SI2 | Excellent
From $10,754
Compare at $13,597
GIA | 2.5ct | Princess | K | VS1 | Ideal
From $10,792
Compare at $11,380
Save 20.9%GIA | 2.51ct | Princess | J | SI2 | Good
From $10,845
Compare at $13,714
Save 10.9%GIA | 2.52ct | Princess | J | SI1 | Excellent
From $10,870
Compare at $12,204
GIA | 2.5ct | Princess | K | VS1 | Excellent
From $11,000
Compare at $11,600
Save 25.8%EGL | 2.5ct | Princess | H | VS1 | Very Good
From $11,026
Compare at $14,855
Save 13.8%IGI | 2.51ct | Princess | I | VS1 | Very Good
From $11,030
Compare at $12,800
Save 13.9%IGI | 2.51ct | Princess | I | VS1 | Very Good
From $11,179
Compare at $12,977
Save 20.1%GIA | 2.5ct | Princess | J | VS1 | Excellent
From $11,183
Compare at $13,997
Save 12.6%GIA | 2.52ct | Princess | E | SI2 | Very Good
From $11,187
Compare at $12,806
Entry pricing in this benchmark range starts around $785.
What to Know When Shopping for 2.5 Carat Princess Natural Diamonds
- Always compare identical certified diamonds across retailers. Identical certificate numbers can have price differences of $54,269 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 $18,473 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.
- 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 213 comparable stones in the 2.50–2.74 carat benchmark range. Prices start around $785 and go up to $55,054.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $19,795 with a median around $18,473.
The observed spread is roughly $54,269 across tracked listings, which is about 98.6% from highest to lowest offer in the 2.50–2.74 carat benchmark range.
We refresh pricing data daily so these pages stay current with market changes.
Based on completed market data, the fair market benchmark is $19,795. The median price is $18,473, so offers between the median and fair benchmark can be reasonable, while reputable listings below the median may be especially competitive.
We currently track this stone category across 10 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 $54,269 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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Tracking Natural inventory for the 2.50–2.74 carat Princess diamond benchmark.