2.6 Carat Round Natural Diamond Prices Comparison
As of April 2026, 2.6 carat round natural diamonds usually range from $764 to $92,531, with an average price of $33,390.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are down 0.4%.Compare 322 verified listings across 7 retailers tracked by CaratRadar.
2.6 Carat Round Natural Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 322 verified 2.6-carat round natural diamonds listed across 7 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $764 to $92,531, with an average asking price of $33,390 and a median of $30,632.
The price spread of $91,767 (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.
322 diamonds tracked in this segment
Price range: $764 to $92,531
Average price: $33,390
Median price: $30,632
Available across 7 retailers
Savings potential: up to 99.2%
Price Range Overview
As of Apr 14, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
322
$764
$33,390
$30,632
$92,531
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
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GIA | 2.61ct | Round | F | VS2 | Excellent
From $34,571
Compare at $35,684
GIA | 2.61ct | Round | J | SI1 | Ideal
From $17,325
Compare at $17,339
Save 17.1%GIA | 2.61ct | Round | I | SI2 | Ideal
From $18,643
Compare at $22,499
GIA | 2.61ct | Round | I | VS1 | Excellent
From $25,746
Compare at $28,224
Save 12.7%GIA | 2.61ct | Round | G | SI2 | Very Good
From $22,449
Compare at $25,729
GIA | 2.61ct | Round | H | SI1 | Excellent
From $29,497
Compare at $34,126
GIA | 2.61ct | Round | H | VVS2 | Excellent
From $31,148
Compare at $34,552
Save 14.5%GIA | 2.61ct | Round | D | VVS1 | Ideal
From $69,313
Compare at $81,109
Save 11.8%GIA | 2.61ct | Round | K | VS1 | Excellent
From $15,468
Compare at $17,535
Save 15.6%GIA | 2.61ct | Round | H | VS1 | Excellent
From $28,139
Compare at $33,336
GIA | 2.61ct | Round | G | VVS1 | Excellent
From $51,975
Compare at $57,605
Save 38.2%GIA | 2.61ct | Round | F | VVS1 | Excellent
From $31,587
Compare at $51,083
GIA | 2.61ct | Round | D | VVS1 | Excellent
From $43,777
Compare at $44,487
GIA | 2.61ct | Round | D | VS2 | Ideal
From $34,963
Compare at $37,790
Save 18.2%GIA | 2.61ct | Round | K | SI1 | Excellent
From $18,301
Compare at $22,360
GIA | 2.61ct | Round | E | SI1 | Excellent
From $32,634
Compare at $36,108
Save 16.6%GIA | 2.61ct | Round | D | VS1 | Excellent
From $42,622
Compare at $51,132
GIA | 2.61ct | Round | L | FL | Ideal
From $16,158
Compare at $16,919
Save 27.9%GIA | 2.61ct | Round | G | VS1 | Ideal
From $32,940
Compare at $45,688
Save 12.9%GIA | 2.61ct | Round | J | SI2 | Excellent
From $13,719
Compare at $15,760
Save 37.1%GIA | 2.61ct | Round | E | SI2 | Excellent
From $24,375
Compare at $38,761
GIA | 2.61ct | Round | D | VVS2 | Ideal
From $45,944
Compare at $49,930
Save 37.1%GIA | 2.61ct | Round | E | IF | Excellent
From $60,860
Compare at $96,741
Save 29%GIA | 2.61ct | Round | D | SI2 | Excellent
From $24,340
Compare at $34,286
GIA | 2.61ct | Round | H | SI1 | Ideal
From $25,851
Compare at $28,705
Save 13.3%IGI | 2.61ct | Round | K | VVS1 | Excellent
From $13,192
Compare at $15,224
Save 13.3%IGI | 2.61ct | Round | I | IF | Excellent
From $12,879
Compare at $14,859
Save 14.2%IGI | 2.61ct | Round | I | VS1 | Excellent
From $13,771
Compare at $16,046
Save 18.2%IGI | 2.61ct | Round | I | VVS1 | Excellent
From $19,011
Compare at $23,239
IGI | 2.61ct | Round | I | VS2 | Ideal
From $14,750
Compare at $15,264
IGI | 2.61ct | Round | H | VS1 | Excellent
From $18,137
Compare at $19,450
Save 12.9%GIA | 2.62ct | Round | F | SI1 | Excellent
From $32,768
Compare at $37,630
Save 18.3%GIA | 2.62ct | Round | G | SI2 | Excellent
From $20,465
Compare at $25,043
Save 14.5%GIA | 2.62ct | Round | E | VVS1 | Excellent
From $54,626
Compare at $63,917
GIA | 2.62ct | Round | J | VS1 | Excellent
From $12,760
Compare at $13,461
GIA | 2.62ct | Round | F | SI1 | Excellent
From $33,163
Compare at $35,462
Save 11.2%GIA | 2.62ct | Round | E | SI2 | Excellent
From $24,890
Compare at $28,032
GIA | 2.62ct | Round | G | IF | Excellent
From $46,216
Compare at $49,468
Save 18.1%GIA | 2.62ct | Round | I | SI2 | Excellent
From $17,376
Compare at $21,224
Save 16.7%GIA | 2.62ct | Round | G | VS1 | Excellent
From $53,267
Compare at $63,935
Save 16.6%GIA | 2.62ct | Round | H | VS1 | Excellent
From $41,710
Compare at $50,035
GIA | 2.62ct | Round | E | VVS2 | Excellent
From $50,409
Compare at $54,796
GIA | 2.62ct | Round | I | SI2 | Excellent
From $15,260
Compare at $15,338
GIA | 2.62ct | Round | G | SI1 | Excellent
From $28,886
Compare at $30,005
Save 24.8%GIA | 2.62ct | Round | F | VS2 | Excellent
From $34,142
Compare at $45,392
GIA | 2.62ct | Round | H | SI1 | Excellent
From $27,206
Compare at $28,021
Save 24.8%GIA | 2.62ct | Round | D | VS2 | Excellent
From $38,776
Compare at $51,581
GIA | 2.62ct | Round | G | VS1 | Excellent
From $37,329
Compare at $37,531
Save 26.6%GIA | 2.62ct | Round | K | VVS2 | Ideal
From $14,028
Compare at $19,116
Save 13%IGI | 2.62ct | Round | J | VS2 | Excellent
From $14,498
Compare at $16,663
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 $91,767 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 $30,632 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 322 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $764 and go up to $92,531.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $33,390 with a median around $30,632.
The observed spread is roughly $91,767 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 our data, the median price is $30,632, 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 $91,767 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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