2.6 Carat Natural Diamond Prices Comparison
As of July 2026, the average price of a 2.6 carat natural diamond is $30,721.2.6 carat diamonds can cost anywhere from $764 to $214,970 depending on shape, color, clarity, and other factors.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are down 0.2%.Compare 518 verified listings across 10 retailers in the tables below.
2.6 Carat Natural Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 518 verified 2.6-carat natural diamonds listed across 10 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $764 to $214,970, with an average asking price of $30,721 and a median of $29,576.
The price spread of $214,206 (99.6% 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.
518 diamonds tracked in this segment
Price range: $764 to $214,970
Average price: $30,721
Median price: $29,576
Available across 10 retailers
Savings potential: up to 99.6%
Price Range Overview
As of Jul 13, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
518
$764
$30,721
$29,576
$214,970
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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IGI | 2.65ct | Round | K | SI2 | Excellent
From $6,740
Compare at $6,832
Save 15.6%GIA | 2.61ct | Cushion | K | SI1 | Excellent
From $7,427
Compare at $8,796
Save 36.9%GIA | 2.69ct | Round | L | SI2 | Excellent
From $7,760
Compare at $12,293
IGI | 2.7ct | Heart | H | SI2 | Ideal
From $8,521
Compare at $8,723
IGI | 2.63ct | Heart | H | SI2 | Ideal
From $8,612
Compare at $8,730
Save 14.1%IGI | 2.7ct | Round | L | VS2 | Excellent
From $8,819
Compare at $10,271
Save 16.2%IGI | 2.7ct | Round | J | SI2 | Ideal
From $8,996
Compare at $10,739
Save 36.7%GIA | 2.7ct | Oval | K | SI2 | Excellent
From $9,049
Compare at $14,303
IGI | 2.7ct | Heart | G | SI2 | Ideal
From $9,269
Compare at $9,312
Save 15.4%GIA | 2.7ct | Asscher | K | VS2 | Excellent
From $9,623
Compare at $11,370
IGI | 2.7ct | Round | K | VS2 | Excellent
From $9,640
Compare at $10,270
HRD | 2.61ct | Oval | G | SI2 | Ideal
From $9,659
Compare at $9,703
GIA | 2.61ct | Oval | L | SI1 | Excellent
From $9,858
Compare at $10,210
GIA | 2.7ct | Oval | K | SI2 | Excellent
From $9,945
Compare at $10,726
Save 39.4%GIA | 2.66ct | Oval | K | VS2 | Ideal
From $9,975
Compare at $16,472
HRD | 2.7ct | Oval | G | SI2 | Ideal
From $10,188
Compare at $10,694
Save 14.3%GIA | 2.7ct | Cushion | J | SI1 | Excellent
From $10,452
Compare at $12,190
GIA | 2.67ct | Pear | L | VVS2 | Excellent
From $10,562
Compare at $10,962
Save 32%GIA | 2.67ct | Cushion | K | SI2 | Very Good
From $10,701
Compare at $15,736
GIA | 2.7ct | Oval | K | VS2 | Excellent
From $10,706
Compare at $11,520
GIA | 2.7ct | Emerald | L | VS2 | Excellent
From $10,951
Compare at $11,635
GIA | 2.63ct | Radiant | J | SI2 | Ideal
From $11,011
Compare at $11,702
Save 14.7%IGI | 2.64ct | Oval | I | SI2 | Ideal
From $11,190
Compare at $13,119
Save 40.6%GIA | 2.7ct | Round | L | SI1 | Excellent
From $11,206
Compare at $18,853
IGI | 2.7ct | Round | K | VS1 | Excellent
From $11,287
Compare at $11,290
Save 17.7%GIA | 2.7ct | Oval | L | SI2 | Excellent
From $11,314
Compare at $13,749
Save 14.4%IGI | 2.7ct | Round | J | SI2 | Ideal
From $11,573
Compare at $13,527
Save 12.7%GIA | 2.65ct | Round | K | SI1 | Excellent
From $11,724
Compare at $13,423
GIA | 2.66ct | Radiant | K | SI2 | Excellent
From $11,885
Compare at $12,380
Save 14.7%IGI | 2.63ct | Round | J | VS2 | Excellent
From $12,053
Compare at $14,127
Save 14.8%IGI | 2.7ct | Emerald | J | VVS2 | Very Good
From $12,065
Compare at $14,168
Save 12.4%GIA | 2.7ct | Cushion | J | SI2 | Excellent
From $12,093
Compare at $13,806
Save 29.9%GIA | 2.7ct | Cushion | J | IF | Excellent
From $12,210
Compare at $17,427
IGI | 2.66ct | Round | J | VS1 | Excellent
From $12,592
Compare at $12,595
IGI | 2.7ct | Round | H | SI2 | Ideal
From $12,639
Compare at $12,873
GIA | 2.7ct | Round | K | SI2 | Excellent
From $12,749
Compare at $13,059
IGI | 2.7ct | Emerald | J | VVS2 | Ideal
From $12,893
Compare at $12,895
Save 18.9%IGI | 2.7ct | Round | J | VVS2 | Excellent
From $12,910
Compare at $15,919
Save 12.7%GIA | 2.7ct | Princess | J | SI2 | Excellent
From $12,936
Compare at $14,816
GIA | 2.67ct | Radiant | J | VS1 | Very Good
From $12,949
Compare at $13,453
GIA | 2.63ct | Round | K | SI2 | Ideal
From $13,116
Compare at $14,256
GIA | 2.7ct | Oval | K | SI2 | Excellent
From $13,126
Compare at $14,397
IGI | 2.61ct | Round | K | VVS1 | Excellent
From $13,199
Compare at $13,200
IGI | 2.64ct | Round | J | VVS1 | Excellent
From $13,269
Compare at $13,270
IGI | 2.7ct | Pear | I | SI2 | Ideal
From $13,293
Compare at $14,016
GIA | 2.61ct | Round | L | SI2 | Excellent
From $13,429
Compare at $14,047
IGI | 2.7ct | Oval | I | VS1 | Ideal
From $13,507
Compare at $13,510
Save 37.3%GIA | 2.7ct | Round | K | VS2 | Ideal
From $13,526
Compare at $21,557
IGI | 2.7ct | Round | J | SI1 | Excellent
From $13,529
Compare at $13,530
IGI | 2.67ct | Pear | J | VS2 | Very Good
From $13,538
Compare at $13,540
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 $214,206 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 $29,576 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 518 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $764 and go up to $214,970.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $30,721 with a median around $29,576.
The observed spread is roughly $214,206 across tracked listings, which is about 99.6% 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 $30,721. The median price is $29,576, 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 $214,206 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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