2.6 Carat Heart Lab Grown Diamond Prices Comparison
As of May 2026, 2.6 carat heart lab grown diamonds usually range from $495 to $12,891, with an average price of $2,428.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are down 8.2%.Compare 107 verified listings across 6 retailers tracked by CaratRadar.
2.6 Carat Heart Lab Grown Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 107 verified 2.6-carat heart lab grown diamonds listed across 6 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $495 to $12,891, with an average asking price of $2,428 and a median of $1,794.
The price spread of $12,396 (96.2% 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.
107 diamonds tracked in this segment
Price range: $495 to $12,891
Average price: $2,428
Median price: $1,794
Available across 6 retailers
Savings potential: up to 96.2%
Price Range Overview
As of May 29, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
107
$495
$2,428
$1,794
$12,891
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
Live Listings
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Save 69.9%IGI | 2.7ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Excellent
From $561
Compare at $1,864
Save 72.4%IGI | 2.7ct | Heart | FANCY | VS1 | Very Good
From $573
Compare at $2,074
Save 61%IGI | 2.7ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Very Good
From $575
Compare at $1,475
IGI | 2.67ct | Heart | F | VVS2 | Very Good
From $596
Compare at $1,653
Save 72.4%IGI | 2.69ct | Heart | FANCY | VS1 | Very Good
From $601
Compare at $2,175
Save 72.4%IGI | 2.69ct | Heart | FANCY | VS1 | Very Good
From $601
Compare at $2,175
Save 56.5%IGI | 2.7ct | Heart | F | VS1 | Very Good
From $610
Compare at $1,402
Save 66%IGI | 2.66ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Very Good
From $612
Compare at $1,800
Save 69%IGI | 2.62ct | Heart | D | VVS2 | Ideal
From $615
Compare at $1,984
Save 69%IGI | 2.69ct | Heart | D | VVS2 | Very Good
From $631
Compare at $2,037
Save 52.9%IGI | 2.66ct | Heart | F | VS1 | Very Good
From $664
Compare at $1,409
Save 54.1%IGI | 2.69ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $666
Compare at $1,451
Save 54.2%IGI | 2.7ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Very Good
From $669
Compare at $1,462
Save 70%IGI | 2.7ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Excellent
From $675
Compare at $2,252
Save 51.4%IGI | 2.7ct | Heart | F | VS1 | Very Good
From $676
Compare at $1,390
Save 56.4%IGI | 2.7ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Ideal
From $685
Compare at $1,571
Save 44.2%IGI | 2.64ct | Heart | G | VS1 | Very Good
From $708
Compare at $1,268
Save 47.1%IGI | 2.64ct | Heart | F | VS1 | Ideal
From $712
Compare at $1,345
Save 44.2%IGI | 2.7ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $715
Compare at $1,281
Save 44.2%IGI | 2.7ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $715
Compare at $1,281
Save 74.6%IGI | 2.7ct | Heart | G | VS1 | Very Good
From $715
Compare at $2,810
Save 37.4%IGI | 2.65ct | Heart | G | VS1 | Ideal
From $726
Compare at $1,160
Save 34%IGI | 2.7ct | Heart | F | VS1 | Ideal
From $730
Compare at $1,106
Save 51.8%IGI | 2.64ct | Heart | H | VS1 | Ideal
From $734
Compare at $1,524
Save 49.6%IGI | 2.68ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $736
Compare at $1,460
Save 37.4%IGI | 2.64ct | Heart | F | VS1 | Ideal
From $750
Compare at $1,198
Save 37.4%IGI | 2.65ct | Heart | G | VVS2 | Ideal
From $753
Compare at $1,203
Save 37.4%IGI | 2.66ct | Heart | G | VVS2 | Ideal
From $756
Compare at $1,207
Save 79.5%IGI | 2.7ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $756
Compare at $3,680
Save 72.4%IGI | 2.61ct | Heart | FANCY | VS1 | Very Good
From $757
Compare at $2,744
Save 79.5%IGI | 2.68ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Very Good
From $764
Compare at $3,730
Save 37.4%IGI | 2.7ct | Heart | F | VS1 | Ideal
From $767
Compare at $1,225
Save 47.8%IGI | 2.63ct | Heart | F | VVS2 | Ideal
From $767
Compare at $1,469
Save 48.2%IGI | 2.65ct | Heart | F | VVS2 | Ideal
From $772
Compare at $1,490
Save 44.8%IGI | 2.64ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $776
Compare at $1,407
Save 36.4%IGI | 2.67ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Very Good
From $780
Compare at $1,226
Save 47.8%IGI | 2.61ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Ideal
From $789
Compare at $1,511
Save 54.1%IGI | 2.7ct | Heart | D | VVS2 | Very Good
From $792
Compare at $1,726
Save 34.1%IGI | 2.68ct | Heart | F | VVS2 | Ideal
From $807
Compare at $1,225
Save 37.5%IGI | 2.65ct | Heart | F | VVS2 | Ideal
From $807
Compare at $1,291
Save 32%IGI | 2.69ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Excellent
From $810
Compare at $1,191
Save 76.4%IGI | 2.69ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $810
Compare at $3,430
Save 71.5%GIA | 2.61ct | Heart | G | VS1 | Very Good
From $816
Compare at $2,861
Save 34.6%IGI | 2.68ct | Heart | F | VVS2 | Ideal
From $816
Compare at $1,248
Save 34.6%IGI | 2.69ct | Heart | F | VVS2 | Ideal
From $819
Compare at $1,252
Save 79.9%IGI | 2.68ct | Heart | H | VS1 | Ideal
From $821
Compare at $4,080
Save 58.4%IGI | 2.61ct | Heart | E | VVS1 | Very Good
From $822
Compare at $1,975
Save 41.9%IGI | 2.62ct | Heart | F | VVS2 | Very Good
From $839
Compare at $1,443
Save 26.6%IGI | 2.66ct | Heart | F | VS1 | Ideal
From $842
Compare at $1,147
IGI | 2.65ct | Heart | H | VS1 | Ideal
From $843
Compare at $923
Entry pricing in this category starts around $495.
What to Know When Shopping for 2.6 Carat Heart Lab Grown Diamonds
- Always compare identical certified diamonds across retailers. Identical certificate numbers can have price differences of $12,396 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 $1,794 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.
- Heart-shaped diamonds require excellent symmetry to look balanced. Aim for carat weights above 0.5 where the shape is clearly visible.
Frequently Asked Questions
We currently track 107 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $495 and go up to $12,891.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $2,428 with a median around $1,794.
The observed spread is roughly $12,396 across tracked listings, which is about 96.2% from highest to lowest offer in this bucket.
We refresh pricing data daily so these pages stay current with market changes.
Based on completed market data, the fair market benchmark is $2,428. The median price is $1,794, 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 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 $12,396 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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