2.6 Carat Emerald Natural Diamond Prices Comparison
As of April 2026, 2.6 carat emerald natural diamonds usually range from $1,370 to $66,020, with an average price of $31,187.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are up 0.2%.Compare 71 verified listings across 6 retailers tracked by CaratRadar.
2.6 Carat Emerald Natural Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 71 verified 2.6-carat emerald natural diamonds listed across 6 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $1,370 to $66,020, with an average asking price of $31,187 and a median of $32,414.
The price spread of $64,650 (97.9% 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.
71 diamonds tracked in this segment
Price range: $1,370 to $66,020
Average price: $31,187
Median price: $32,414
Available across 6 retailers
Savings potential: up to 97.9%
Price Range Overview
As of Apr 14, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
71
$1,370
$31,187
$32,414
$66,020
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
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Save 18%GIA | 2.61ct | Emerald | G | VS2 | Excellent
From $27,215
Compare at $33,195
Save 13.7%GIA | 2.61ct | Emerald | G | VVS2 | Excellent
From $31,610
Compare at $36,612
GIA | 2.61ct | Emerald | E | IF | Excellent
From $45,374
Compare at $45,600
GIA | 2.62ct | Emerald | D | VS1 | Excellent
From $37,512
Compare at $37,659
GIA | 2.62ct | Emerald | F | VS2 | Excellent
From $26,373
Compare at $26,864
Save 17.8%GIA | 2.62ct | Emerald | J | VVS2 | Ideal
From $18,305
Compare at $22,282
Save 24.2%GIA | 2.62ct | Emerald | J | VS1 | Excellent
From $18,302
Compare at $24,138
GIA | 2.63ct | Emerald | H | VVS2 | Excellent
From $26,931
Compare at $27,430
GIA | 2.63ct | Emerald | I | VS2 | Ideal
From $22,380
Compare at $24,346
Save 18%GIA | 2.63ct | Emerald | F | SI1 | Very Good
From $24,903
Compare at $30,364
GIA | 2.63ct | Emerald | D | FL | Excellent
From $50,087
Compare at $50,349
GIA | 2.63ct | Emerald | G | VVS1 | Ideal
From $30,940
Compare at $33,398
GIA | 2.64ct | Emerald | I | VVS2 | Excellent
From $27,630
Compare at $30,257
GIA | 2.64ct | Emerald | K | VS2 | Excellent
From $15,819
Compare at $16,357
GIA | 2.64ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | Excellent
From $35,105
Compare at $35,540
Save 16.6%GIA | 2.65ct | Emerald | I | VS1 | Excellent
From $22,293
Compare at $26,724
Save 16.6%GIA | 2.65ct | Emerald | H | VS1 | Excellent
From $24,533
Compare at $29,403
GIA | 2.66ct | Emerald | E | VVS1 | Excellent
From $39,907
Compare at $40,054
GIA | 2.67ct | Emerald | D | VVS2 | Excellent
From $43,330
Compare at $46,008
GIA | 2.69ct | Emerald | G | VVS2 | Excellent
From $35,197
Compare at $36,950
Save 17.8%GIA | 2.7ct | Emerald | J | VS2 | Excellent
From $18,842
Compare at $22,935
Save 15.5%GIA | 2.7ct | Emerald | D | VVS2 | Excellent
From $42,507
Compare at $50,324
Save 17.8%GIA | 2.7ct | Emerald | J | VVS2 | Ideal
From $19,115
Compare at $23,267
Save 17.8%GIA | 2.7ct | Emerald | J | VS1 | Excellent
From $18,889
Compare at $22,990
GIA | 2.7ct | Emerald | H | VVS2 | Excellent
From $28,360
Compare at $30,370
Save 15.5%GIA | 2.7ct | Emerald | D | VS1 | Excellent
From $42,383
Compare at $50,177
GIA | 2.7ct | Emerald | E | IF | Ideal
From $49,590
Compare at $49,848
GIA | 2.7ct | Emerald | K | VS2 | Excellent
From $11,946
Compare at $12,722
GIA | 2.7ct | Emerald | G | VVS1 | Excellent
From $30,360
Compare at $32,130
GIA | 2.7ct | Emerald | L | VS2 | Excellent
From $11,885
Compare at $12,255
GIA | 2.7ct | Emerald | F | VS2 | Excellent
From $33,398
Compare at $36,507
GIA | 2.7ct | Emerald | H | VS1 | Excellent
From $41,196
Compare at $48,586
Save 17.6%GIA | 2.7ct | Emerald | D | SI1 | Excellent
From $39,273
Compare at $47,644
GIA | 2.7ct | Emerald | E | FL | Excellent
From $46,017
Compare at $46,247
Save 15.6%GIA | 2.7ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | Excellent
From $34,777
Compare at $41,184
GIA | 2.7ct | Emerald | H | SI2 | Excellent
From $22,671
Compare at $25,701
GIA | 2.7ct | Emerald | H | SI1 | Excellent
From $26,730
Compare at $31,015
Save 15.5%GIA | 2.7ct | Emerald | F | VVS1 | Excellent
From $40,117
Compare at $47,498
Save 14.3%GIA | 2.7ct | Emerald | E | VVS2 | Very Good
From $39,385
Compare at $45,970
Save 37.6%GIA | 2.7ct | Emerald | D | SI1 | Excellent
From $28,643
Compare at $45,868
Save 33.1%GIA | 2.7ct | Emerald | G | VS1 | Excellent
From $26,055
Compare at $38,950
Save 15.5%GIA | 2.7ct | Emerald | D | VS1 | Excellent
From $43,470
Compare at $51,462
Save 16.5%GIA | 2.7ct | Emerald | H | VS2 | Excellent
From $27,324
Compare at $32,739
Save 24.7%GIA | 2.7ct | Emerald | H | VS1 | Ideal
From $29,800
Compare at $39,589
Save 17.8%GIA | 2.7ct | Emerald | J | VS1 | Excellent
From $18,889
Compare at $22,992
GIA | 2.7ct | Emerald | G | VVS1 | Very Good
From $33,768
Compare at $34,690
Save 11.2%GIA | 2.7ct | Emerald | K | VVS1 | Good
From $18,680
Compare at $21,041
GIA | 2.7ct | Emerald | F | VS2 | Ideal
From $30,897
Compare at $34,146
GIA | 2.7ct | Emerald | D | IF | Ideal
From $48,030
Compare at $48,276
GIA | 2.7ct | Emerald | D | VVS1 | Ideal
From $36,310
Compare at $38,740
Entry pricing in this category starts around $1,370.
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 $64,650 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 $32,414 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 71 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $1,370 and go up to $66,020.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $31,187 with a median around $32,414.
The observed spread is roughly $64,650 across tracked listings, which is about 97.9% 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 $32,414, 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 6 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 $64,650 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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