2.6 Carat Emerald Natural Diamond Prices Comparison
As of February 2026, 2.6 carat emerald natural diamonds usually range from $601 to $46,675, with an average price of $17,514.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are up 2.6%.Compare 85 verified listings across 7 retailers tracked by CaratRadar.
2.6 Carat Emerald Natural Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 85 verified 2.6-carat emerald natural diamonds listed across 7 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $601 to $46,675, with an average asking price of $17,514 and a median of $19,615.
The price spread of $46,075 (98.7% 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.
85 diamonds tracked in this segment
Price range: $601 to $46,675
Average price: $17,514
Median price: $19,615
Available across 7 retailers
Savings potential: up to 98.7%
Price Range Overview
As of Feb 28, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
85
$601
$17,514
$19,615
$46,675
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
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GIASave 15.6%2.55ct | Emerald | G | VVS1 | Excellent
From $32,375
Compare at $38,345
GIA2.55ct | Emerald | D | VS1 | Excellent
From $25,280
Compare at $25,535
GIA2.55ct | Emerald | J | VS1 | Excellent
From $21,713
Compare at $22,234
GIA2.55ct | Emerald | G | IF | Ideal
From $34,440
Compare at $34,981
GIA2.55ct | Emerald | G | VVS2 | Excellent
From $38,033
Compare at $39,587
GIA2.55ct | Emerald | E | VVS1 | Excellent
From $32,930
Compare at $34,594
GIASave 37.8%2.55ct | Emerald | I | SI1 | Excellent
From $21,051
Compare at $33,825
GIASave 16.6%2.55ct | Emerald | I | VVS2 | Excellent
From $20,323
Compare at $24,369
IGISave 54.8%2.55ct | Emerald | FANCY | VS1 | Very Good
From $763
Compare at $1,688
GIA2.55ct | Emerald | D | VS1 | Excellent
From $24,960
Compare at $25,847
GIA2.55ct | Emerald | H | VS1 | Very Good
From $33,135
Compare at $34,169
2.55ct | Emerald | H | VS2 | Ideal
From $23,150
Compare at $24,439
GIASave 13.8%2.55ct | Emerald | D | VVS2 | Ideal
From $35,120
Compare at $40,759
GIA2.55ct | Emerald | J | VVS2 | Ideal
From $17,880
Compare at $19,040
GIASave 75.9%2.56ct | Emerald | D | VS1 | Ideal
From $1,820
Compare at $7,560
GIA2.56ct | Emerald | G | SI1 | Excellent
From $26,816
Compare at $29,072
GIASave 57.3%2.56ct | Emerald | G | VVS1 | Excellent
From $21,418
Compare at $50,185
IGISave 87.4%2.56ct | Emerald | D | VS1 | Very Good
From $712
Compare at $5,650
IGISave 58.8%2.56ct | Emerald | F | VS1 | Very Good
From $666
Compare at $1,617
IGISave 38.1%2.56ct | Emerald | D | VVS2 | Ideal
From $2,491
Compare at $4,021
IGISave 63.6%2.56ct | Emerald | E | VVS2 | Ideal
From $1,148
Compare at $3,151
IGISave 61.5%2.56ct | Emerald | E | VVS2 | Ideal
From $1,253
Compare at $3,259
GIASave 25%2.56ct | Emerald | G | VS1 | Excellent
From $28,842
Compare at $38,435
GIA2.57ct | Emerald | H | VVS1 | Excellent
From $27,074
Compare at $28,901
GIA2.57ct | Emerald | D | VS1 | Excellent
From $35,088
Compare at $38,856
GIASave 82.4%2.57ct | Emerald | G | VS1 | Excellent
From $1,149
Compare at $6,530
GIASave 76.3%2.57ct | Emerald | D | VVS2 | Ideal
From $1,332
Compare at $5,610
GIASave 82.4%2.57ct | Emerald | G | VS1 | Excellent
From $1,149
Compare at $6,530
IGISave 47%2.57ct | Emerald | FANCY | VVS2 | Very Good
From $920
Compare at $1,737
GIA2.58ct | Emerald | J | VVS2 | Excellent
From $19,453
Compare at $21,185
GIASave 17.8%2.58ct | Emerald | I | VS1 | Very Good
From $20,013
Compare at $24,357
GIASave 32.6%2.58ct | Emerald | F | VVS1 | Excellent
From $1,475
Compare at $2,190
GIA2.58ct | Emerald | K | VS2 | Excellent
From $20,195
Compare at $20,493
GIASave 75%2.58ct | Emerald | G | VS2 | Excellent
From $1,569
Compare at $6,270
IGISave 69.3%2.58ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | Very Good
From $680
Compare at $2,215
GIASave 30.9%2.58ct | Emerald | J | VS1 | Excellent
From $18,415
Compare at $26,653
GIA2.59ct | Emerald | E | VS2 | Excellent
From $36,064
Compare at $40,059
IGISave 58.3%2.59ct | Emerald | F | VS2 | Very Good
From $642
Compare at $1,541
IGISave 57.2%2.59ct | Emerald | G | VS2 | Very Good
From $601
Compare at $1,405
GIA2.59ct | Emerald | F | SI1 | Excellent
From $29,526
Compare at $32,154
GIASave 18.9%2.59ct | Emerald | G | VS2 | Excellent
From $30,550
Compare at $37,690
IGISave 76%2.6ct | Emerald | F | VS1 | Ideal
From $1,907
Compare at $7,960
GIA2.6ct | Emerald | J | VS2 | Excellent
From $16,940
Compare at $18,248
GIA2.6ct | Emerald | D | VS2 | Excellent
From $45,317
Compare at $47,076
GIA2.6ct | Emerald | J | VS2 | Excellent
From $16,490
Compare at $16,517
GIASave 25.3%2.6ct | Emerald | F | VS2 | Excellent
From $27,722
Compare at $37,128
GIA2.6ct | Emerald | J | VVS2 | Ideal
From $17,980
Compare at $18,000
GIA2.6ct | Emerald | G | IF | Excellent
From $33,040
Compare at $35,665
GIASave 55.8%2.6ct | Emerald | J | VS2 | Excellent
From $11,500
Compare at $26,046
GIASave 32.2%2.6ct | Emerald | G | SI1 | Excellent
From $1,422
Compare at $2,099
Entry pricing in this category starts around $601.
What to Know When Shopping for 2.6 Carat Emerald Natural Diamonds
- Always compare identical certified diamonds across retailers. Identical certificate numbers can have price differences of $46,075 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 $19,615 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.
- 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 85 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $601 and go up to $46,675.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $17,514 with a median around $19,615.
The observed spread is roughly $46,075 across tracked listings, which is about 98.7% 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 $19,615, 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 $46,075 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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