2.6 Carat Oval Natural Diamond Prices Comparison
As of July 2026, 2.6 carat oval natural diamonds usually range from $1,817 to $77,022, with an average price of $30,900.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are down 0.4%.Compare 63 verified listings across 9 retailers tracked by CaratRadar.
2.6 Carat Oval Natural Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 63 verified 2.6-carat oval natural diamonds listed across 9 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $1,817 to $77,022, with an average asking price of $30,900 and a median of $31,057.
The price spread of $75,206 (97.6% 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.
63 diamonds tracked in this segment
Price range: $1,817 to $77,022
Average price: $30,900
Median price: $31,057
Available across 9 retailers
Savings potential: up to 97.6%
Price Range Overview
As of Jul 10, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
63
$1,817
$30,900
$31,057
$77,022
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
Live Listings
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Save 36.7%GIA | 2.7ct | Oval | K | SI2 | Excellent
From $9,049
Compare at $14,303
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 37.7%GIA | 2.66ct | Oval | K | VS2 | Ideal
From $9,975
Compare at $16,010
HRD | 2.7ct | Oval | G | SI2 | Ideal
From $10,188
Compare at $10,694
GIA | 2.7ct | Oval | K | VS2 | Excellent
From $10,706
Compare at $11,520
Save 14.7%IGI | 2.64ct | Oval | I | SI2 | Ideal
From $11,190
Compare at $13,119
GIA | 2.7ct | Oval | K | SI2 | Excellent
From $13,126
Compare at $14,397
IGI | 2.7ct | Oval | I | VS1 | Ideal
From $13,507
Compare at $13,510
Save 32.4%GIA | 2.7ct | Oval | K | VS2 | Excellent
From $15,135
Compare at $22,390
Save 39.8%GIA | 2.66ct | Oval | J | VS1 | Excellent
From $15,387
Compare at $25,562
Save 32.4%GIA | 2.7ct | Oval | K | VVS2 | Excellent
From $15,445
Compare at $22,855
Save 24.7%GIA | 2.61ct | Oval | J | SI2 | Excellent
From $15,488
Compare at $20,575
IGI | 2.61ct | Oval | I | VS1 | Very Good
From $15,855
Compare at $16,635
Save 13%GIA | 2.7ct | Oval | J | SI2 | Ideal
From $16,088
Compare at $18,494
Save 12.6%GIA | 2.61ct | Oval | I | SI2 | Very Good
From $16,143
Compare at $18,480
Save 42.4%GIA | 2.7ct | Oval | J | SI1 | Excellent
From $16,321
Compare at $28,325
Save 35.6%GIA | 2.7ct | Oval | J | SI1 | Ideal
From $17,190
Compare at $26,697
GIA | 2.7ct | Oval | J | SI2 | Excellent
From $17,299
Compare at $19,222
Save 39%GIA | 2.65ct | Oval | H | SI2 | Ideal
From $17,896
Compare at $29,334
Save 16.4%GIA | 2.7ct | Oval | J | SI1 | Excellent
From $17,914
Compare at $21,438
Save 35.9%GIA | 2.61ct | Oval | H | SI2 | Ideal
From $18,123
Compare at $28,257
Save 10.7%GIA | 2.7ct | Oval | I | SI2 | Ideal
From $18,662
Compare at $20,899
GIA | 2.7ct | Oval | J | SI1 | Excellent
From $19,199
Compare at $19,995
GIA | 2.7ct | Oval | J | SI1 | Excellent
From $19,378
Compare at $19,537
Save 32.6%GIA | 2.7ct | Oval | I | SI2 | Ideal
From $19,540
Compare at $29,005
Save 10.7%GIA | 2.7ct | Oval | I | SI2 | Excellent
From $19,829
Compare at $22,205
GIA | 2.7ct | Oval | H | SI2 | Very Good
From $19,987
Compare at $22,060
Save 35.9%GIA | 2.7ct | Oval | J | VVS1 | Excellent
From $20,224
Compare at $31,532
GIA | 2.7ct | Oval | I | SI2 | Ideal
From $20,762
Compare at $20,931
Save 39.9%GIA | 2.62ct | Oval | H | SI1 | Ideal
From $21,724
Compare at $36,120
Save 39.9%GIA | 2.7ct | Oval | H | VS2 | Very Good
From $23,578
Compare at $39,204
GIA | 2.66ct | Oval | D | SI2 | Ideal
From $23,617
Compare at $26,156
Save 37%GIA | 2.7ct | Oval | I | SI1 | Excellent
From $23,899
Compare at $37,940
Save 37%GIA | 2.7ct | Oval | I | SI1 | Excellent
From $23,905
Compare at $37,949
Save 34.4%GIA | 2.7ct | Oval | D | SI1 | Excellent
From $23,950
Compare at $36,504
GIA | 2.7ct | Oval | I | VVS2 | Excellent
From $26,877
Compare at $27,621
GIA | 2.7ct | Oval | I | VS1 | Ideal
From $27,634
Compare at $27,750
Save 29.5%GIA | 2.66ct | Oval | E | SI1 | Excellent
From $29,686
Compare at $42,084
Save 13.5%GIA | 2.61ct | Oval | D | SI1 | Very Good
From $29,912
Compare at $34,580
Save 37.1%GIA | 2.7ct | Oval | H | VS2 | Excellent
From $30,178
Compare at $47,996
Save 35.7%GIA | 2.7ct | Oval | G | SI1 | Ideal
From $30,342
Compare at $47,214
GIA | 2.7ct | Oval | G | SI1 | Excellent
From $30,619
Compare at $30,856
GIA | 2.7ct | Oval | H | SI1 | Excellent
From $30,637
Compare at $30,875
Save 35.7%GIA | 2.7ct | Oval | G | VS2 | Excellent
From $31,674
Compare at $49,286
Save 24.5%GIA | 2.7ct | Oval | D | SI1 | Excellent
From $31,757
Compare at $42,043
Save 35.7%GIA | 2.7ct | Oval | H | VS1 | Excellent
From $31,891
Compare at $49,623
Save 37.2%GIA | 2.7ct | Oval | E | VS1 | Very Good
From $31,896
Compare at $50,826
Save 35.7%GIA | 2.7ct | Oval | H | VS2 | Very Good
From $32,170
Compare at $50,057
Entry pricing in this category starts around $1,817.
What to Know When Shopping for 2.6 Carat Oval Natural Diamonds
- Always compare identical certified diamonds across retailers. Identical certificate numbers can have price differences of $75,206 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 $31,057 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.
- Oval diamonds can appear larger than rounds of the same carat weight due to their elongated face-up area. Watch for the bow-tie effect in lower-quality cuts.
Frequently Asked Questions
We currently track 63 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $1,817 and go up to $77,022.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $30,900 with a median around $31,057.
The observed spread is roughly $75,206 across tracked listings, which is about 97.6% 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 $30,900. The median price is $31,057, 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 9 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 $75,206 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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