2.6 Carat Heart Lab Grown Diamond Prices Comparison
As of April 2026, 2.6 carat heart lab grown diamonds usually range from $530 to $15,092, with an average price of $2,767.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are down 0.3%.Compare 177 verified listings across 7 retailers tracked by CaratRadar.
2.6 Carat Heart Lab Grown Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 177 verified 2.6-carat heart lab grown diamonds listed across 7 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $530 to $15,092, with an average asking price of $2,767 and a median of $2,115.
The price spread of $14,562 (96.5% 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.
177 diamonds tracked in this segment
Price range: $530 to $15,092
Average price: $2,767
Median price: $2,115
Available across 7 retailers
Savings potential: up to 96.5%
Price Range Overview
As of Apr 14, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
177
$530
$2,767
$2,115
$15,092
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
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Save 45.3%GIA | 2.61ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Ideal
From $4,940
Compare at $9,030
Save 57.7%GIA | 2.61ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $4,120
Compare at $9,730
Save 73.7%GIA | 2.61ct | Heart | I | VVS2 | Ideal
From $2,737
Compare at $10,420
Save 56.9%GIA | 2.61ct | Heart | G | VS1 | Very Good
From $1,083
Compare at $2,510
Save 64.1%GIA | 2.61ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Ideal
From $1,826
Compare at $5,090
IGI | 2.61ct | Heart | G | SI1 | Ideal
From $6,806
Compare at $6,810
Save 32.7%IGI | 2.61ct | Heart | H | VS1 | Ideal
From $7,290
Compare at $10,830
Save 70.5%IGI | 2.61ct | Heart | F | VS1 | Very Good
From $899
Compare at $3,050
Save 75.6%IGI | 2.61ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Excellent
From $1,258
Compare at $5,160
IGI | 2.61ct | Heart | F | VS1 | Ideal
From $1,852
Compare at $1,855
Save 80.6%IGI | 2.61ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Ideal
From $953
Compare at $4,910
Save 72.1%IGI | 2.61ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Very Good
From $1,030
Compare at $3,694
Save 71.9%IGI | 2.61ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Very Good
From $1,016
Compare at $3,610
Save 83.9%IGI | 2.61ct | Heart | D | VVS2 | Ideal
From $1,088
Compare at $6,780
Save 76.2%IGI | 2.61ct | Heart | E | VS2 | Ideal
From $1,143
Compare at $4,810
Save 23.7%IGI | 2.61ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Ideal
From $926
Compare at $1,213
Save 30.4%IGI | 2.61ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Ideal
From $4,190
Compare at $6,020
Save 82.9%IGI | 2.61ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Excellent
From $1,034
Compare at $6,050
Save 58.7%IGI | 2.61ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Excellent
From $1,488
Compare at $3,600
Save 86.1%IGI | 2.61ct | Heart | D | VVS2 | Ideal
From $940
Compare at $6,770
Save 69.2%IGI | 2.61ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Excellent
From $735
Compare at $2,384
Save 72.8%IGI | 2.61ct | Heart | D | VS2 | Ideal
From $1,436
Compare at $5,270
Save 25.1%GIA | 2.62ct | Heart | G | VS1 | Very Good
From $2,087
Compare at $2,787
Save 71.7%GIA | 2.62ct | Heart | D | VVS1 | Excellent
From $2,982
Compare at $10,530
Save 51.4%GIA | 2.62ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $4,540
Compare at $9,350
Save 45%GIA | 2.62ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Ideal
From $6,020
Compare at $10,940
Save 77%GIA | 2.62ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Excellent
From $1,811
Compare at $7,860
Save 85.9%IGI | 2.62ct | Heart | F | VVS1 | Very Good
From $830
Compare at $5,870
Save 77.9%IGI | 2.62ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $2,336
Compare at $10,580
Save 78.4%IGI | 2.62ct | Heart | F | VVS1 | Very Good
From $1,270
Compare at $5,870
Save 50.7%IGI | 2.62ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Excellent
From $920
Compare at $1,868
IGI | 2.62ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Very Good
From $1,590
Save 86.1%IGI | 2.62ct | Heart | D | VVS2 | Ideal
From $944
Compare at $6,790
Save 77.3%IGI | 2.62ct | Heart | D | VVS1 | Ideal
From $1,859
Compare at $8,180
Save 53.2%IGI | 2.62ct | Heart | D | VVS1 | Very Good
From $1,825
Compare at $3,902
Save 83.9%IGI | 2.62ct | Heart | D | VVS2 | Ideal
From $1,092
Compare at $6,800
Save 81%GIA | 2.63ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Excellent
From $1,795
Compare at $9,450
Save 74.2%GIA | 2.63ct | Heart | D | IF | Ideal
From $5,222
Compare at $20,260
IGI | 2.63ct | Heart | G | VS2 | Ideal
From $7,938
Compare at $7,940
Save 75.6%IGI | 2.63ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Ideal
From $1,268
Compare at $5,200
Save 83.1%IGI | 2.63ct | Heart | F | VVS2 | Very Good
From $926
Compare at $5,490
Save 63.5%IGI | 2.63ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Excellent
From $1,447
Compare at $3,960
Save 65.2%IGI | 2.63ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Excellent
From $1,447
Compare at $4,160
Save 12.4%IGI | 2.63ct | Heart | FANCY | SI1 | Good
From $2,153
Compare at $2,458
Save 28.1%IGI | 2.63ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Ideal
From $4,340
Compare at $6,040
Save 40.5%IGI | 2.63ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $1,328
Compare at $2,231
Save 40.5%IGI | 2.63ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $1,328
Compare at $2,231
Save 23.9%IGI | 2.63ct | Heart | F | VVS2 | Ideal
From $896
Compare at $1,177
Save 85.6%IGI | 2.63ct | Heart | D | VVS2 | Very Good
From $978
Compare at $6,810
Save 36%IGI | 2.63ct | Heart | FANCY | VVS2 | Very Good
From $2,406
Compare at $3,760
Entry pricing in this category starts around $530.
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 $14,562 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 $2,115 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 177 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $530 and go up to $15,092.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $2,767 with a median around $2,115.
The observed spread is roughly $14,562 across tracked listings, which is about 96.5% 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 $2,115, 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 $14,562 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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