2.6 Carat Natural Diamond Prices Comparison
As of May 2026, the average price of a 2.6 carat natural diamond is $30,891.2.6 carat diamonds can cost anywhere from $764 to $223,577 depending on shape, color, clarity, and other factors.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are up 1%.Compare 691 verified listings across 10 retailers in the tables below.
2.6 Carat Natural Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 691 verified 2.6-carat natural diamonds listed across 10 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $764 to $223,577, with an average asking price of $30,891 and a median of $29,701.
The price spread of $222,812 (99.7% 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.
691 diamonds tracked in this segment
Price range: $764 to $223,577
Average price: $30,891
Median price: $29,701
Available across 10 retailers
Savings potential: up to 99.7%
Price Range Overview
As of May 28, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
691
$764
$30,891
$29,701
$223,577
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.
Live Listings
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Save 36.9%GIA | 2.69ct | Round | L | SI2 | Excellent
From $7,760
Compare at $12,293
GIA | 2.61ct | Cushion | K | SI1 | Excellent
From $8,796
Compare at $9,434
Save 16.2%IGI | 2.7ct | Round | J | SI2 | Ideal
From $8,996
Compare at $10,739
IGI | 2.7ct | Pear | K | SI1 | Very Good
From $9,047
Compare at $10,009
Save 26%GIA | 2.66ct | Emerald | K | SI2 | Excellent
From $9,637
Compare at $13,026
GIA | 2.61ct | Oval | L | SI1 | Excellent
From $9,858
Compare at $10,210
IGI | 2.7ct | Round | K | SI1 | Excellent
From $9,898
Compare at $10,078
IGI | 2.61ct | Round | I | SI2 | Ideal
From $9,912
Compare at $10,746
Save 21.6%GIA | 2.67ct | Pear | L | VVS2 | Excellent
From $10,562
Compare at $13,464
Save 41.8%GIA | 2.7ct | Round | L | SI1 | Excellent
From $10,618
Compare at $18,252
Save 15.1%GIA | 2.7ct | Round | K | SI2 | Ideal
From $10,822
Compare at $12,747
Save 37.7%GIA | 2.63ct | Round | K | VVS1 | Excellent
From $10,880
Compare at $17,462
Save 10.6%GIA | 2.7ct | Emerald | K | VS2 | Excellent
From $10,912
Compare at $12,208
Save 14%GIA | 2.7ct | Cushion | J | SI1 | Excellent
From $10,930
Compare at $12,710
GIA | 2.63ct | Radiant | J | SI2 | Ideal
From $11,011
Compare at $11,702
GIA | 2.7ct | Asscher | K | VS2 | Excellent
From $11,095
Compare at $12,179
Save 19.4%GIA | 2.7ct | Oval | L | SI2 | Excellent
From $11,195
Compare at $13,884
Save 15.6%GIA | 2.7ct | Round | J | SI2 | Ideal
From $11,198
Compare at $13,262
Save 30.6%GIA | 2.7ct | Oval | K | SI2 | Excellent
From $11,201
Compare at $16,145
Save 12.6%GIA | 2.7ct | Oval | K | VS2 | Excellent
From $11,325
Compare at $12,964
Save 19.6%GIA | 2.68ct | Round | K | SI1 | Excellent
From $11,399
Compare at $14,171
Save 20.9%GIA | 2.7ct | Round | K | SI2 | Ideal
From $11,444
Compare at $14,463
Save 14.4%IGI | 2.7ct | Round | J | SI2 | Ideal
From $11,573
Compare at $13,527
Save 18%GIA | 2.64ct | Round | K | SI1 | Excellent
From $11,575
Compare at $14,123
Save 21.8%GIA | 2.7ct | Emerald | L | VS2 | Excellent
From $11,635
Compare at $14,886
Save 38.9%GIA | 2.66ct | Oval | K | VS2 | Ideal
From $11,651
Compare at $19,080
Save 26.9%GIA | 2.69ct | Princess | K | VS2 | Excellent
From $11,787
Compare at $16,124
Save 22.7%GIA | 2.66ct | Radiant | K | SI2 | Excellent
From $11,885
Compare at $15,382
GIA | 2.65ct | Cushion | J | VS1 | Very Good
From $11,975
Compare at $12,755
IGI | 2.66ct | Round | J | VS1 | Excellent
From $12,060
Compare at $12,592
Save 39.1%GIA | 2.7ct | Round | L | SI1 | Excellent
From $12,064
Compare at $19,819
Save 18.2%GIA | 2.65ct | Round | K | SI1 | Excellent
From $12,082
Compare at $14,776
Save 23.6%GIA | 2.7ct | Cushion | J | SI2 | Excellent
From $12,093
Compare at $15,825
Save 19.6%GIA | 2.7ct | Round | J | SI2 | Excellent
From $12,214
Compare at $15,195
Save 28.1%GIA | 2.7ct | Cushion | J | IF | Excellent
From $12,590
Compare at $17,506
Save 16%GIA | 2.7ct | Asscher | I | SI1 | Excellent
From $12,610
Compare at $15,015
Save 14.2%GIA | 2.7ct | Emerald | L | VS1 | Excellent
From $12,672
Compare at $14,765
Save 24.9%GIA | 2.7ct | Round | K | SI2 | Excellent
From $12,749
Compare at $16,969
Save 28.7%GIA | 2.7ct | Round | K | VS2 | Excellent
From $12,863
Compare at $18,044
Save 19.7%GIA | 2.7ct | Round | J | SI2 | Excellent
From $12,894
Compare at $16,049
Save 13.1%IGI | 2.7ct | Emerald | J | VVS2 | Ideal
From $12,895
Compare at $14,835
Save 18.9%IGI | 2.7ct | Round | J | VVS2 | Excellent
From $12,910
Compare at $15,919
Save 22.6%GIA | 2.7ct | Round | K | VS2 | Ideal
From $12,911
Compare at $16,691
IGI | 2.7ct | Round | K | VS1 | Excellent
From $12,914
Compare at $13,292
Save 23.6%GIA | 2.7ct | Princess | J | SI2 | Excellent
From $12,936
Compare at $16,924
Save 39.2%GIA | 2.61ct | Round | L | VVS2 | Excellent
From $13,075
Compare at $21,519
Save 26.7%GIA | 2.7ct | Cushion | K | VS1 | Excellent
From $13,189
Compare at $17,998
Save 20%GIA | 2.7ct | Emerald | L | VVS2 | Excellent
From $13,227
Compare at $16,540
IGI | 2.7ct | Oval | J | SI1 | Ideal
From $13,244
Compare at $13,245
Save 13.3%IGI | 2.64ct | Round | J | VVS1 | Excellent
From $13,269
Compare at $15,306
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 $222,812 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 $29,701 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 691 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $764 and go up to $223,577.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $30,891 with a median around $29,701.
The observed spread is roughly $222,812 across tracked listings, which is about 99.7% 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 $30,891. The median price is $29,701, 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 10 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 $222,812 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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