2.6 Carat Oval Natural Diamond Prices Comparison
As of April 2026, 2.6 carat oval natural diamonds usually range from $1,817 to $78,472, with an average price of $31,825.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are down 0.8%.Compare 72 verified listings across 7 retailers tracked by CaratRadar.
2.6 Carat Oval Natural Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 72 verified 2.6-carat oval natural diamonds listed across 7 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $1,817 to $78,472, with an average asking price of $31,825 and a median of $32,678.
The price spread of $76,655 (97.7% 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.
72 diamonds tracked in this segment
Price range: $1,817 to $78,472
Average price: $31,825
Median price: $32,678
Available across 7 retailers
Savings potential: up to 97.7%
Price Range Overview
As of Apr 14, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
72
$1,817
$31,825
$32,678
$78,472
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
Live Listings
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GIA | 2.61ct | Oval | D | VVS1 | Ideal
From $36,635
Compare at $36,782
GIA | 2.61ct | Oval | D | VVS1 | Excellent
From $50,991
Compare at $56,065
GIA | 2.61ct | Oval | H | SI2 | Ideal
From $18,011
Compare at $18,933
Save 37.1%GIA | 2.61ct | Oval | J | VS2 | Ideal
From $19,958
Compare at $31,737
GIA | 2.61ct | Oval | D | SI1 | Very Good
From $34,666
Compare at $37,680
Save 29%GIA | 2.61ct | Oval | I | SI2 | Very Good
From $17,399
Compare at $24,507
Save 12.8%IGI | 2.61ct | Oval | I | VS1 | Very Good
From $16,471
Compare at $18,885
Save 16.3%GIA | 2.62ct | Oval | F | VVS1 | Very Good
From $40,293
Compare at $48,168
Save 36.6%GIA | 2.62ct | Oval | H | SI1 | Ideal
From $25,784
Compare at $40,647
GIA | 2.62ct | Oval | J | VS2 | Very Good
From $21,174
Compare at $22,114
Save 15.6%GIA | 2.62ct | Oval | G | VS2 | Excellent
From $33,294
Compare at $39,431
GIA | 2.64ct | Oval | D | VVS1 | Ideal
From $54,196
Compare at $54,944
Save 15.3%IGI | 2.65ct | Oval | J | VVS1 | Very Good
From $9,096
Compare at $10,744
Save 35.5%GIA | 2.66ct | Oval | K | VS2 | Ideal
From $13,034
Compare at $20,218
GIA | 2.66ct | Oval | D | VS2 | Excellent
From $27,218
Compare at $27,721
Save 24.7%GIA | 2.7ct | Oval | E | SI2 | Excellent
From $25,194
Compare at $33,437
Save 17.2%GIA | 2.7ct | Oval | G | VS2 | Excellent
From $33,565
Compare at $40,514
Save 15.5%GIA | 2.7ct | Oval | D | VS2 | Excellent
From $36,268
Compare at $42,946
Save 17.9%GIA | 2.7ct | Oval | H | SI2 | Excellent
From $21,296
Compare at $25,946
Save 20.2%GIA | 2.7ct | Oval | K | SI2 | Excellent
From $13,119
Compare at $16,432
Save 29%GIA | 2.7ct | Oval | J | SI1 | Excellent
From $16,720
Compare at $23,551
Save 15.5%GIA | 2.7ct | Oval | D | VS1 | Excellent
From $43,470
Compare at $51,462
Save 25.1%GIA | 2.7ct | Oval | K | VS2 | Excellent
From $14,159
Compare at $18,909
GIA | 2.7ct | Oval | H | VS2 | Very Good
From $33,131
Compare at $36,213
GIA | 2.7ct | Oval | I | SI2 | Excellent
From $22,205
Compare at $25,422
Save 26.5%GIA | 2.7ct | Oval | G | VS1 | Good
From $37,089
Compare at $50,463
Save 17.1%GIA | 2.7ct | Oval | G | SI1 | Ideal
From $31,433
Compare at $37,931
Save 17.2%GIA | 2.7ct | Oval | F | VS2 | Excellent
From $37,513
Compare at $45,295
Save 18.5%GIA | 2.7ct | Oval | H | VS2 | Excellent
From $34,135
Compare at $41,877
Save 24.3%GIA | 2.7ct | Oval | K | VS2 | Excellent
From $11,213
Compare at $14,819
Save 17.2%GIA | 2.7ct | Oval | G | VS1 | Excellent
From $39,212
Compare at $47,351
Save 17.1%GIA | 2.7ct | Oval | H | VS1 | Excellent
From $32,937
Compare at $39,752
Save 19.5%GIA | 2.7ct | Oval | D | VS1 | Very Good
From $40,402
Compare at $50,175
Save 18%GIA | 2.7ct | Oval | I | SI1 | Excellent
From $24,383
Compare at $29,727
GIA | 2.7ct | Oval | J | SI2 | Excellent
From $19,222
Compare at $22,075
GIA | 2.7ct | Oval | K | SI1 | Ideal
From $11,702
Compare at $12,525
Save 10.3%GIA | 2.7ct | Oval | G | SI1 | Excellent
From $29,902
Compare at $33,354
Save 12%GIA | 2.7ct | Oval | E | VS1 | Very Good
From $39,002
Compare at $44,323
Save 15.5%GIA | 2.7ct | Oval | D | VS2 | Excellent
From $39,744
Compare at $47,057
Save 15.6%GIA | 2.7ct | Oval | G | SI1 | Excellent
From $31,553
Compare at $37,376
Save 13.7%GIA | 2.7ct | Oval | J | SI1 | Excellent
From $16,324
Compare at $18,905
GIA | 2.7ct | Oval | G | VS2 | Excellent
From $36,300
Compare at $36,949
Save 19.9%GIA | 2.7ct | Oval | J | SI2 | Ideal
From $16,401
Compare at $20,472
Save 15.6%GIA | 2.7ct | Oval | G | VS1 | Excellent
From $33,908
Compare at $40,156
GIA | 2.7ct | Oval | J | SI1 | Excellent
From $27,628
Compare at $29,956
Save 13.7%GIA | 2.7ct | Oval | J | SI1 | Excellent
From $17,319
Compare at $20,058
Save 13.7%GIA | 2.7ct | Oval | E | VS2 | Excellent
From $31,304
Compare at $36,257
Save 16.6%GIA | 2.7ct | Oval | J | VS2 | Excellent
From $20,679
Compare at $24,794
Save 29%GIA | 2.7ct | Oval | I | VS1 | Ideal
From $18,304
Compare at $25,783
GIA | 2.7ct | Oval | G | VVS1 | Excellent
From $41,485
Compare at $45,589
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 $76,655 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 $32,678 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 72 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $1,817 and go up to $78,472.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $31,825 with a median around $32,678.
The observed spread is roughly $76,655 across tracked listings, which is about 97.7% 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 $32,678, 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 $76,655 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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