2.6 Carat Emerald Lab Grown Diamond Prices Comparison

As of February 2026, 2.6 carat emerald lab grown diamonds usually range from $510 to $9,664, with an average price of $1,184.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are down 1.9%.Compare 2,112 verified listings across 12 retailers tracked by CaratRadar.

Market Insights
Last updated: 2026-02-28

2.6 Carat Emerald Lab Grown Diamond Market Overview

CaratRadar currently tracks 2,112 verified 2.6-carat emerald lab grown diamonds listed across 12 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $510 to $9,664, with an average asking price of $1,184 and a median of $929.

The price spread of $9,154 (94.7% 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.

  • 2,112 diamonds tracked in this segment

  • Price range: $510 to $9,664

  • Average price: $1,184

  • Median price: $929

  • Available across 12 retailers

  • Savings potential: up to 94.7%

Price Range Overview

As of Feb 28, 2026
Spread $9,154

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

$510$9,664
Tracked

2,112

Lowest

$510

Average

$1,184

Median

$929

Highest

$9,664

Price History

Price Comparison Matrix

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2.55ct | Emerald | G | VS1 | Very GoodIGI
Save 17.6%

2.55ct | Emerald | G | VS1 | Very Good

From $3,098

Compare at $3,760

2 stores
2.55ct | Emerald | G | VS1 | Very GoodIGI
Save 70.8%

2.55ct | Emerald | G | VS1 | Very Good

From $903

Compare at $3,090

5 stores
2.55ct | Emerald | G | SI1 | IdealIGI
Save 71%

2.55ct | Emerald | G | SI1 | Ideal

From $805

Compare at $2,780

5 stores
2.55ct | Emerald | G | SI1 | IdealIGI
Save 64.6%

2.55ct | Emerald | G | SI1 | Ideal

From $948

Compare at $2,680

5 stores
2.55ct | Emerald | D | VVS1 | ExcellentGIA
Save 56.9%

2.55ct | Emerald | D | VVS1 | Excellent

From $4,230

Compare at $9,810

4 stores
2.55ct | Emerald | F | VS2 | ExcellentIGI
Save 81.9%

2.55ct | Emerald | F | VS2 | Excellent

From $838

Compare at $4,630

5 stores
2.55ct | Emerald | G | VS2 | ExcellentGIA
Save 78.3%

2.55ct | Emerald | G | VS2 | Excellent

From $855

Compare at $3,950

7 stores
2.55ct | Emerald | F | VVS2 | ExcellentGIA
Save 67%

2.55ct | Emerald | F | VVS2 | Excellent

From $1,798

Compare at $5,450

3 stores
2.55ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | ExcellentGIA
Save 68.9%

2.55ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | Excellent

From $1,763

Compare at $5,671

4 stores
2.55ct | Emerald | E | VS2 | IdealGIA
Save 76.7%

2.55ct | Emerald | E | VS2 | Ideal

From $1,363

Compare at $5,860

4 stores
2.55ct | Emerald | F | VS1 | ExcellentGIA
Save 30.2%

2.55ct | Emerald | F | VS1 | Excellent

From $1,617

Compare at $2,315

2 stores
2.55ct | Emerald | D | VS1 | ExcellentGIA
Save 75.7%

2.55ct | Emerald | D | VS1 | Excellent

From $1,375

Compare at $5,660

5 stores
2.55ct | Emerald | F | VVS2 | ExcellentGIA
Save 71.5%

2.55ct | Emerald | F | VVS2 | Excellent

From $1,554

Compare at $5,450

6 stores
2.55ct | Emerald | F | VS1 | ExcellentGIA
Save 77.1%

2.55ct | Emerald | F | VS1 | Excellent

From $1,479

Compare at $6,450

4 stores
2.55ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | IdealGIA
Save 77.9%

2.55ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | Ideal

From $1,153

Compare at $5,210

2 stores
2.55ct | Emerald | D | VVS1 | ExcellentGIA
Save 78%

2.55ct | Emerald | D | VVS1 | Excellent

From $1,691

Compare at $7,700

5 stores
2.55ct | Emerald | F | VVS2 | ExcellentGIA
Save 67%

2.55ct | Emerald | F | VVS2 | Excellent

From $1,798

Compare at $5,450

3 stores
2.55ct | Emerald | F | VS1 | ExcellentGIA
Save 83.5%

2.55ct | Emerald | F | VS1 | Excellent

From $1,065

Compare at $6,450

5 stores
2.55ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | ExcellentGIA
Save 42%

2.55ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | Excellent

From $1,380

Compare at $2,378

3 stores
2.55ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | ExcellentGIA
Save 73.4%

2.55ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | Excellent

From $1,410

Compare at $5,310

4 stores
2.55ct | Emerald | F | VS1 | ExcellentGIA
Save 80.8%

2.55ct | Emerald | F | VS1 | Excellent

From $1,019

Compare at $5,320

7 stores
2.55ct | Emerald | F | VS1 | ExcellentGIA
Save 86%

2.55ct | Emerald | F | VS1 | Excellent

From $1,559

Compare at $11,120

3 stores
2.55ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | ExcellentGIA
Save 30.2%

2.55ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | Excellent

From $1,661

Compare at $2,378

2 stores
2.55ct | Emerald | D | VS1 | IdealGIA
Save 77.2%

2.55ct | Emerald | D | VS1 | Ideal

From $1,272

Compare at $5,590

2 stores
2.55ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | ExcellentGIA
Save 74%

2.55ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | Excellent

From $1,380

Compare at $5,310

4 stores
2.55ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | ExcellentGIA
Save 80.6%

2.55ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | Excellent

From $1,020

Compare at $5,260

7 stores
2.55ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | ExcellentGIA
Save 60.9%

2.55ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | Excellent

From $1,410

Compare at $3,610

5 stores
2.55ct | Emerald | F | VS1 | ExcellentGIA
Save 68.4%

2.55ct | Emerald | F | VS1 | Excellent

From $1,617

Compare at $5,120

3 stores
2.55ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | ExcellentGIA
Save 68.7%

2.55ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | Excellent

From $1,661

Compare at $5,310

3 stores
2.55ct | Emerald | D | VS1 | ExcellentGIA
Save 74.2%

2.55ct | Emerald | D | VS1 | Excellent

From $1,457

Compare at $5,640

4 stores
2.55ct | Emerald | D | VS1 | ExcellentGIA
Save 74.2%

2.55ct | Emerald | D | VS1 | Excellent

From $1,457

Compare at $5,640

4 stores
2.55ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | ExcellentGIA
Save 50.5%

2.55ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | Excellent

From $1,401

Compare at $2,830

2 stores
2.55ct | Emerald | E | VVS2 | ExcellentGIA
Save 84.4%

2.55ct | Emerald | E | VVS2 | Excellent

From $1,194

Compare at $7,660

6 stores
2.55ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | ExcellentGIA
Save 68.9%

2.55ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | Excellent

From $1,763

Compare at $5,671

4 stores
2.55ct | Emerald | G | VVS2 | IdealIGI
Save 45.9%

2.55ct | Emerald | G | VVS2 | Ideal

From $2,419

Compare at $4,470

4 stores
2.55ct | Emerald | G | VS1 | IdealIGI
Save 51.1%

2.55ct | Emerald | G | VS1 | Ideal

From $6,290

Compare at $12,866

3 stores
2.55ct | Emerald | G | VS1 | IdealIGI
Save 51.1%

2.55ct | Emerald | G | VS1 | Ideal

From $6,290

Compare at $12,866

3 stores
2.55ct | Emerald | H | VS2 | IdealIGI
Save 50%

2.55ct | Emerald | H | VS2 | Ideal

From $5,060

Compare at $10,124

4 stores
2.55ct | Emerald | H | VS1 | Very GoodIGI
Save 65.5%

2.55ct | Emerald | H | VS1 | Very Good

From $762

Compare at $2,210

4 stores
2.55ct | Emerald | D | VVS2 | ExcellentGIA
Save 50.5%

2.55ct | Emerald | D | VVS2 | Excellent

From $1,658

Compare at $3,353

3 stores
2.55ct | Emerald | F | VS2 | IdealIGI
Save 51.1%

2.55ct | Emerald | F | VS2 | Ideal

From $6,290

Compare at $12,866

3 stores
2.55ct | Emerald | E | VS2 | IdealIGI
Save 43.8%

2.55ct | Emerald | E | VS2 | Ideal

From $2,792

Compare at $4,969

2 stores
2.55ct | Emerald | E | SI1 | IdealIGI
Save 79.1%

2.55ct | Emerald | E | SI1 | Ideal

From $629

Compare at $3,010

4 stores
2.55ct | Emerald | H | VS2 | IdealIGI
Save 56.1%

2.55ct | Emerald | H | VS2 | Ideal

From $629

Compare at $1,432

4 stores
2.55ct | Emerald | D | VVS1 | ExcellentIGI
Save 81.7%

2.55ct | Emerald | D | VVS1 | Excellent

From $1,880

Compare at $10,300

8 stores
2.55ct | Emerald | D | VVS1 | ExcellentIGI
Save 81.7%

2.55ct | Emerald | D | VVS1 | Excellent

From $1,880

Compare at $10,300

8 stores
2.55ct | Emerald | G | VS2 | IdealIGI
Save 85.8%

2.55ct | Emerald | G | VS2 | Ideal

From $556

Compare at $3,910

3 stores
2.55ct | Emerald | D | VVS2 | Very GoodIGI
Save 72.9%

2.55ct | Emerald | D | VVS2 | Very Good

From $983

Compare at $3,630

3 stores
2.55ct | Emerald | E | VVS2 | ExcellentIGI
Save 69.9%

2.55ct | Emerald | E | VVS2 | Excellent

From $732

Compare at $2,430

4 stores
2.55ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | ExcellentIGI
Save 84.9%

2.55ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | Excellent

From $804

Compare at $5,310

3 stores

Entry pricing in this category starts around $510.

What to Know When Shopping for 2.6 Carat Emerald Lab Grown Diamonds

  1. Always compare identical certified diamonds across retailers. Identical certificate numbers can have price differences of $9,154 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 $929 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. Emerald cuts show clarity more readily due to their step-cut facets. Consider VS2 or better clarity for this shape.

Frequently Asked Questions

We currently track 2,112 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $510 and go up to $9,664.

Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $1,184 with a median around $929.

The observed spread is roughly $9,154 across tracked listings, which is about 94.7% 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 $929, 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 $9,154 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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