2.6 Carat Round Natural Diamond Prices Comparison
As of February 2026, 2.6 carat round natural diamonds usually range from $656 to $73,279, with an average price of $20,602.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are down 2.3%.Compare 359 verified listings across 6 retailers tracked by CaratRadar.
2.6 Carat Round Natural Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 359 verified 2.6-carat round natural diamonds listed across 6 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $656 to $73,279, with an average asking price of $20,602 and a median of $19,015.
The price spread of $72,623 (99.1% 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.
359 diamonds tracked in this segment
Price range: $656 to $73,279
Average price: $20,602
Median price: $19,015
Available across 6 retailers
Savings potential: up to 99.1%
Price Range Overview
As of Feb 28, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
359
$656
$20,602
$19,015
$73,279
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
Live Listings
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GIASave 57.6%2.55ct | Round | I | SI1 | Ideal
From $21,556
Compare at $50,865
GIASave 76.4%2.55ct | Round | F | VS1 | Excellent
From $1,142
Compare at $4,830
GIA2.55ct | Round | F | VS1 | Ideal
From $44,097
Compare at $44,704
GIA2.55ct | Round | D | VS2 | Good
From $39,231
Compare at $39,396
GIASave 15.6%2.55ct | Round | I | VS2 | Ideal
From $21,818
Compare at $25,864
GIASave 10.2%2.55ct | Round | G | VS1 | Excellent
From $40,686
Compare at $45,326
GIASave 36.6%2.55ct | Round | G | VS1 | Excellent
From $45,828
Compare at $72,285
GIASave 63.3%2.55ct | Round | D | VVS1 | Excellent
From $1,717
Compare at $4,679
GIA2.55ct | Round | G | VVS1 | Excellent
From $43,530
Compare at $43,597
GIASave 10.7%2.55ct | Round | H | SI1 | Excellent
From $27,642
Compare at $30,954
GIASave 78.4%2.55ct | Round | D | VVS2 | Excellent
From $1,772
Compare at $8,210
GIASave 14.6%2.55ct | Round | F | VS2 | Excellent
From $36,070
Compare at $42,229
2.55ct | Round | H | SI1 | Excellent
From $21,994
Compare at $26,074
GIA2.55ct | Round | E | VS1 | Excellent
From $42,846
Compare at $43,058
GIASave 61.4%2.55ct | Round | D | VVS1 | Excellent
From $2,044
Compare at $5,301
GIA2.55ct | Round | K | VVS1 | Excellent
From $17,466
Compare at $18,018
GIASave 14.6%2.55ct | Round | F | VVS1 | Excellent
From $47,096
Compare at $55,116
GIASave 37.3%2.55ct | Round | G | IF | Excellent
From $44,337
Compare at $70,703
GIA2.55ct | Round | E | VS2 | Excellent
From $40,402
Compare at $43,943
GIA2.55ct | Round | D | VS1 | Excellent
From $2,106
Compare at $2,143
GIA2.55ct | Round | J | SI2 | Excellent
From $13,856
Compare at $13,920
GIASave 42.2%2.55ct | Round | G | IF | Excellent
From $40,830
Compare at $70,611
GIA2.55ct | Round | F | IF | Excellent
From $57,727
Compare at $62,997
GIASave 36.1%2.55ct | Round | J | VVS1 | Excellent
From $30,102
Compare at $47,137
GIASave 36.1%2.55ct | Round | D | VVS1 | Excellent
From $33,439
Compare at $52,301
GIASave 36.3%2.55ct | Round | I | VVS1 | Excellent
From $25,864
Compare at $40,578
GIASave 11.6%2.55ct | Round | H | VS1 | Excellent
From $33,201
Compare at $37,538
GIA2.55ct | Round | J | VVS2 | Excellent
From $21,672
Compare at $22,435
GIA2.55ct | Round | I | SI2 | Excellent
From $20,303
Compare at $20,970
GIA2.55ct | Round | F | VVS2 | Excellent
From $45,747
Compare at $45,958
GIASave 22.7%2.55ct | Round | J | VVS1 | Very Good
From $25,812
Compare at $33,374
GIASave 14.6%2.55ct | Round | G | VS1 | Ideal
From $32,991
Compare at $38,630
GIA2.55ct | Round | H | VVS2 | Excellent
From $33,584
Compare at $36,173
GIA2.55ct | Round | D | VVS1 | Excellent
From $59,966
Compare at $62,280
IGISave 87.2%2.55ct | Round | E | VVS2 | Ideal
From $761
Compare at $5,950
IGISave 10.1%2.55ct | Round | D | VVS1 | Ideal
From $1,252
Compare at $1,393
IGISave 19.2%2.55ct | Round | D | VVS2 | Ideal
From $824
Compare at $1,020
IGISave 49.1%2.55ct | Round | E | VVS2 | Ideal
From $710
Compare at $1,394
IGISave 68.9%2.55ct | Round | H | VVS2 | Ideal
From $722
Compare at $2,318
GIA2.55ct | Round | G | SI1 | Excellent
From $28,390
Compare at $30,745
IGISave 65.5%2.55ct | Round | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $756
Compare at $2,190
IGISave 60.8%2.55ct | Round | F | VS1 | Ideal
From $743
Compare at $1,893
IGISave 59.1%2.55ct | Round | FANCY | VS2 | Very Good
From $1,340
Compare at $3,273
IGISave 15%2.55ct | Round | F | VVS2 | Ideal
From $722
Compare at $849
IGISave 60.8%2.55ct | Round | F | VS1 | Ideal
From $743
Compare at $1,893
IGISave 69.7%2.55ct | Round | D | VS1 | Ideal
From $788
Compare at $2,600
IGISave 84.1%2.55ct | Round | D | VVS1 | Ideal
From $1,514
Compare at $9,510
IGISave 20.9%2.55ct | Round | F | VS1 | Excellent
From $680
Compare at $860
IGISave 69.7%2.55ct | Round | D | VS1 | Ideal
From $788
Compare at $2,600
IGISave 67.3%2.55ct | Round | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $706
Compare at $2,161
Entry pricing in this category starts around $656.
What to Know When Shopping for 2.6 Carat Round Natural Diamonds
- Always compare identical certified diamonds across retailers. Identical certificate numbers can have price differences of $72,623 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 $19,015 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.
- Round brilliants command a premium due to higher rough waste during cutting. If budget matters, consider oval or cushion shapes for similar visual size.
Frequently Asked Questions
We currently track 359 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $656 and go up to $73,279.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $20,602 with a median around $19,015.
The observed spread is roughly $72,623 across tracked listings, which is about 99.1% 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 $19,015, 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 6 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 $72,623 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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