2.6 Carat Round Natural Diamond Prices Comparison
As of May 2026, 2.6 carat round natural diamonds usually range from $764 to $94,042, with an average price of $33,570.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are up 1%.Compare 358 verified listings across 9 retailers tracked by CaratRadar.
2.6 Carat Round Natural Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 358 verified 2.6-carat round natural diamonds listed across 9 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $764 to $94,042, with an average asking price of $33,570 and a median of $30,874.
The price spread of $93,278 (99.2% 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.
358 diamonds tracked in this segment
Price range: $764 to $94,042
Average price: $33,570
Median price: $30,874
Available across 9 retailers
Savings potential: up to 99.2%
Price Range Overview
As of May 29, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
358
$764
$33,570
$30,874
$94,042
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
Live Listings
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Save 27.4%GIA | 2.69ct | Round | L | SI2 | Excellent
From $8,919
Compare at $12,293
IGI | 2.7ct | Round | K | SI1 | Excellent
From $9,898
Compare at $10,078
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 19.6%GIA | 2.68ct | Round | K | SI1 | Excellent
From $11,400
Compare at $14,171
Save 18%GIA | 2.64ct | Round | K | SI1 | Excellent
From $11,575
Compare at $14,123
Save 39.3%GIA | 2.7ct | Round | L | SI1 | Excellent
From $12,029
Compare at $19,819
IGI | 2.66ct | Round | J | VS1 | Excellent
From $12,060
Compare at $12,160
Save 18.2%GIA | 2.65ct | Round | K | SI1 | Excellent
From $12,082
Compare at $14,776
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 $12,865
Compare at $18,044
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 $12,915
Compare at $13,292
Save 39.2%GIA | 2.61ct | Round | L | VVS2 | Excellent
From $13,075
Compare at $21,519
Save 13.3%IGI | 2.64ct | Round | J | VVS1 | Excellent
From $13,270
Compare at $15,306
Save 25.1%GIA | 2.61ct | Round | L | SI2 | Excellent
From $13,429
Compare at $17,939
GIA | 2.62ct | Round | I | SI2 | Excellent
From $13,503
Compare at $14,750
IGI | 2.7ct | Round | J | SI1 | Excellent
From $13,530
Compare at $15,609
Save 15.9%IGI | 2.61ct | Round | I | VS1 | Excellent
From $13,580
Compare at $16,141
Save 14.2%IGI | 2.7ct | Round | J | VVS2 | Excellent
From $13,665
Compare at $15,919
Save 36.6%GIA | 2.7ct | Round | K | VS2 | Ideal
From $13,670
Compare at $21,557
GIA | 2.61ct | Round | L | FL | Ideal
From $13,704
Compare at $14,695
Save 39.6%GIA | 2.61ct | Round | J | SI1 | Ideal
From $13,856
Compare at $22,940
Save 12.7%GIA | 2.7ct | Round | J | SI2 | Excellent
From $14,014
Compare at $16,049
Save 24.3%GIA | 2.7ct | Round | L | VS1 | Excellent
From $14,021
Compare at $18,525
IGI | 2.61ct | Round | K | VVS1 | Excellent
From $14,090
Compare at $15,224
Save 19.3%GIA | 2.7ct | Round | K | VVS2 | Ideal
From $14,160
Compare at $17,548
GIA | 2.7ct | Round | J | SI2 | Excellent
From $14,380
Compare at $15,196
IGI | 2.64ct | Round | K | VVS1 | Excellent
From $14,535
Compare at $15,718
Save 12.1%IGI | 2.62ct | Round | J | VS2 | Excellent
From $14,640
Compare at $16,664
Save 27.2%GIA | 2.61ct | Round | K | SI1 | Excellent
From $14,826
Compare at $20,363
IGI | 2.61ct | Round | I | VS2 | Ideal
From $14,840
Compare at $15,084
Save 11.5%GIA | 2.7ct | Round | K | SI2 | Excellent
From $14,954
Compare at $16,891
IGI | 2.66ct | Round | J | VS1 | Excellent
From $15,105
Compare at $16,352
Save 18.2%GIA | 2.61ct | Round | J | SI1 | Excellent
From $15,280
Compare at $18,668
IGI | 2.64ct | Round | I | VS2 | Ideal
From $15,530
Compare at $16,187
Save 25.6%GIA | 2.7ct | Round | J | SI1 | Excellent
From $15,560
Compare at $20,928
Save 15.6%IGI | 2.7ct | Round | I | SI1 | Excellent
From $15,590
Compare at $18,463
GIA | 2.7ct | Round | I | SI2 | Excellent
From $15,630
Compare at $16,016
Save 24.2%GIA | 2.7ct | Round | J | SI1 | Ideal
From $16,036
Compare at $21,154
Save 38.7%GIA | 2.7ct | Round | L | VVS1 | Ideal
From $16,376
Compare at $26,696
Save 16.1%IGI | 2.7ct | Round | I | VVS1 | Excellent
From $16,405
Compare at $19,559
Save 31.2%GIA | 2.64ct | Round | L | VVS1 | Excellent
From $16,534
Compare at $24,016
Save 35.2%GIA | 2.7ct | Round | J | VS1 | Ideal
From $16,808
Compare at $25,955
Save 33.7%GIA | 2.7ct | Round | J | SI1 | Ideal
From $16,814
Compare at $25,370
Save 20.7%GIA | 2.62ct | Round | K | VS2 | Excellent
From $16,875
Compare at $21,274
GIA | 2.7ct | Round | I | VS2 | Excellent
From $17,268
Compare at $18,764
Save 20.9%GIA | 2.7ct | Round | K | VVS2 | Ideal
From $17,606
Compare at $22,248
Save 17.3%GIA | 2.64ct | Round | J | SI1 | Excellent
From $17,705
Compare at $21,415
Entry pricing in this category starts around $764.
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 $93,278 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 $30,874 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 358 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $764 and go up to $94,042.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $33,570 with a median around $30,874.
The observed spread is roughly $93,278 across tracked listings, which is about 99.2% 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 $33,570. The median price is $30,874, 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 $93,278 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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