2.6 Carat Natural Diamond Prices Comparison
As of April 2026, the average price of a 2.6 carat natural diamond is $28,651.2.6 carat diamonds can cost anywhere from $764 to $374,192 depending on shape, color, clarity, and other factors.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are up 0.1%.Compare 539 verified listings across 7 retailers in the tables below.
2.6 Carat Natural Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 539 verified 2.6-carat natural diamonds listed across 7 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $764 to $374,192, with an average asking price of $28,651 and a median of $28,920.
The price spread of $373,428 (99.8% 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.
539 diamonds tracked in this segment
Price range: $764 to $374,192
Average price: $28,651
Median price: $28,920
Available across 7 retailers
Savings potential: up to 99.8%
Price Range Overview
As of Apr 14, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
539
$764
$28,651
$28,920
$374,192
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
2.6 Carat Natural Diamond Prices by Shape
Shape-level averages for this carat and type. Open each shape page for full market detail.
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GIA | 2.65ct | Asscher | H | VS1 | Excellent
From $21,000
Compare at $21,744
Save 13.7%GIA | 2.68ct | Asscher | G | VS1 | Ideal
From $29,014
Compare at $33,604
Save 15.3%GIA | 2.7ct | Asscher | F | VS1 | Excellent
From $23,410
Compare at $27,630
GIA | 2.7ct | Asscher | H | VS2 | Excellent
From $31,739
Compare at $34,555
GIA | 2.7ct | Asscher | F | VS1 | Excellent
From $32,643
Compare at $37,894
GIA | 2.7ct | Asscher | D | VS2 | Excellent
From $34,540
Compare at $40,416
Save 20.9%GIA | 2.7ct | Asscher | I | SI1 | Excellent
From $11,871
Compare at $15,015
Save 18.1%GIA | 2.7ct | Asscher | K | VS2 | Excellent
From $12,716
Compare at $15,530
Save 11.5%GIA | 2.7ct | Asscher | E | VS1 | Excellent
From $46,470
Compare at $52,523
GIA | 2.7ct | Asscher | I | VS1 | Excellent
From $22,982
Compare at $26,053
Save 24.7%GIA | 2.61ct | Cushion | D | SI1 | Excellent
From $29,050
Compare at $38,582
GIA | 2.61ct | Cushion | F | VS2 | Excellent
From $39,625
Compare at $43,539
Save 12.7%GIA | 2.62ct | Cushion | F | VS2 | Excellent
From $31,416
Compare at $35,987
GIA | 2.63ct | Cushion | H | SI2 | Ideal
From $17,300
Compare at $17,977
Save 29%GIA | 2.63ct | Cushion | H | VVS2 | Excellent
From $25,610
Compare at $36,072
GIA | 2.64ct | Cushion | D | VVS1 | Excellent
From $47,686
Compare at $50,898
Save 26%GIA | 2.64ct | Cushion | J | VS2 | Excellent
From $17,348
Compare at $23,443
GIA | 2.64ct | Cushion | G | VS1 | Excellent
From $25,460
Compare at $27,347
Save 15.6%GIA | 2.64ct | Cushion | E | VS1 | Excellent
From $34,003
Compare at $40,270
Save 15.5%GIA | 2.65ct | Cushion | D | VS1 | Very Good
From $36,799
Compare at $43,574
GIA | 2.65ct | Cushion | E | VS2 | Excellent
From $43,305
Compare at $47,700
Save 16%GIA | 2.68ct | Cushion | J | VVS2 | Excellent
From $16,864
Compare at $20,080
Save 38.4%GIA | 2.69ct | Cushion | D | SI1 | Excellent
From $26,740
Compare at $43,432
Save 20%GIA | 2.7ct | Cushion | J | VS2 | Excellent
From $14,246
Compare at $17,805
GIA | 2.7ct | Cushion | F | SI1 | Excellent
From $40,442
Compare at $44,542
GIA | 2.7ct | Cushion | E | VVS2 | Excellent
From $24,610
Compare at $24,941
GIA | 2.7ct | Cushion | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $38,660
Compare at $41,185
GIA | 2.7ct | Cushion | H | VVS2 | Excellent
From $38,834
Compare at $42,768
Save 15.6%GIA | 2.7ct | Cushion | F | VS1 | Excellent
From $30,274
Compare at $35,861
Save 16.6%GIA | 2.7ct | Cushion | J | VS2 | Excellent
From $21,139
Compare at $25,345
GIA | 2.7ct | Cushion | K | VS1 | Excellent
From $13,305
Compare at $13,575
Save 22.3%GIA | 2.7ct | Cushion | J | SI2 | Excellent
From $12,298
Compare at $15,825
GIA | 2.7ct | Cushion | J | VS2 | Excellent
From $25,894
Compare at $28,172
Save 17.9%GIA | 2.7ct | Cushion | I | VS1 | Excellent
From $22,635
Compare at $27,580
Save 26%GIA | 2.7ct | Cushion | F | VS2 | Very Good
From $33,566
Compare at $45,360
Save 17.1%GIA | 2.7ct | Cushion | G | VS2 | Excellent
From $31,695
Compare at $38,247
Save 13.8%GIA | 2.7ct | Cushion | J | SI1 | Excellent
From $10,824
Compare at $12,557
Save 17.1%GIA | 2.7ct | Cushion | E | VS2 | Excellent
From $32,000
Compare at $38,614
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
Entry pricing in this category starts around $764.
What to Know When Shopping for 2.6 Carat Natural Diamonds
- Always compare identical certified diamonds across retailers. Identical certificate numbers can have price differences of $373,428 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 $28,920 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
We currently track 539 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $764 and go up to $374,192.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $28,651 with a median around $28,920.
The observed spread is roughly $373,428 across tracked listings, which is about 99.8% 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 $28,920, 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 $373,428 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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