2.6 Carat Round Natural Diamond Prices Comparison
As of July 2026, 2.6 carat round natural diamonds usually range from $764 to $95,752, with an average price of $33,480.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are flat -0%.Compare 295 verified listings across 10 retailers tracked by CaratRadar.
2.6 Carat Round Natural Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 295 verified 2.6-carat round natural diamonds listed across 10 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $764 to $95,752, with an average asking price of $33,480 and a median of $30,850.
The price spread of $94,987 (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.
295 diamonds tracked in this segment
Price range: $764 to $95,752
Average price: $33,480
Median price: $30,850
Available across 10 retailers
Savings potential: up to 99.2%
Price Range Overview
As of Jul 13, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
295
$764
$33,480
$30,850
$95,752
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
Live Listings
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IGI | 2.65ct | Round | K | SI2 | Excellent
From $6,740
Compare at $6,832
Save 36.9%GIA | 2.69ct | Round | L | SI2 | Excellent
From $7,760
Compare at $12,293
Save 14.1%IGI | 2.7ct | Round | L | VS2 | Excellent
From $8,819
Compare at $10,271
Save 16.2%IGI | 2.7ct | Round | J | SI2 | Ideal
From $8,996
Compare at $10,739
IGI | 2.7ct | Round | K | VS2 | Excellent
From $9,640
Compare at $10,270
Save 40.6%GIA | 2.7ct | Round | L | SI1 | Excellent
From $11,206
Compare at $18,853
IGI | 2.7ct | Round | K | VS1 | Excellent
From $11,287
Compare at $11,290
Save 14.4%IGI | 2.7ct | Round | J | SI2 | Ideal
From $11,573
Compare at $13,527
Save 12.7%GIA | 2.65ct | Round | K | SI1 | Excellent
From $11,724
Compare at $13,423
Save 14.7%IGI | 2.63ct | Round | J | VS2 | Excellent
From $12,053
Compare at $14,127
IGI | 2.66ct | Round | J | VS1 | Excellent
From $12,592
Compare at $12,595
IGI | 2.7ct | Round | H | SI2 | Ideal
From $12,639
Compare at $12,873
GIA | 2.7ct | Round | K | SI2 | Excellent
From $12,749
Compare at $13,059
Save 18.9%IGI | 2.7ct | Round | J | VVS2 | Excellent
From $12,910
Compare at $15,919
GIA | 2.63ct | Round | K | SI2 | Ideal
From $13,116
Compare at $14,256
IGI | 2.61ct | Round | K | VVS1 | Excellent
From $13,199
Compare at $13,200
IGI | 2.64ct | Round | J | VVS1 | Excellent
From $13,269
Compare at $13,270
GIA | 2.61ct | Round | L | SI2 | Excellent
From $13,429
Compare at $14,047
Save 37.3%GIA | 2.7ct | Round | K | VS2 | Ideal
From $13,526
Compare at $21,557
IGI | 2.7ct | Round | J | SI1 | Excellent
From $13,529
Compare at $13,530
IGI | 2.64ct | Round | K | VVS1 | Excellent
From $13,623
Compare at $13,625
Save 10.5%GIA | 2.7ct | Round | K | SI2 | Excellent
From $13,634
Compare at $15,226
GIA | 2.62ct | Round | I | SI2 | Excellent
From $13,761
Compare at $13,970
Save 13.5%GIA | 2.7ct | Round | J | SI2 | Ideal
From $13,950
Compare at $16,130
IGI | 2.66ct | Round | J | VS1 | Excellent
From $14,167
Compare at $14,170
Save 36.9%GIA | 2.7ct | Round | J | SI2 | Ideal
From $14,181
Compare at $22,470
Save 32.6%GIA | 2.61ct | Round | L | VVS2 | Excellent
From $14,507
Compare at $21,519
GIA | 2.7ct | Round | J | SI2 | Ideal
From $14,595
Compare at $16,170
IGI | 2.62ct | Round | J | VS2 | Excellent
From $14,639
Compare at $14,640
Save 40.5%GIA | 2.64ct | Round | L | VVS1 | Excellent
From $15,063
Compare at $25,326
Save 36.1%GIA | 2.7ct | Round | J | VS2 | Ideal
From $15,080
Compare at $23,582
Save 36.8%GIA | 2.61ct | Round | J | SI1 | Excellent
From $15,217
Compare at $24,096
Save 15.6%IGI | 2.7ct | Round | I | SI1 | Excellent
From $15,587
Compare at $18,463
Save 12.2%GIA | 2.7ct | Round | J | SI1 | Excellent
From $15,723
Compare at $17,901
GIA | 2.7ct | Round | J | SI2 | Excellent
From $15,953
Compare at $17,314
Save 12.2%GIA | 2.61ct | Round | J | SI2 | Excellent
From $15,958
Compare at $18,170
Save 36.6%GIA | 2.63ct | Round | K | VS1 | Excellent
From $16,083
Compare at $25,366
Save 12.4%GIA | 2.7ct | Round | J | SI1 | Excellent
From $16,205
Compare at $18,490
Save 13.7%GIA | 2.7ct | Round | J | SI1 | Excellent
From $16,259
Compare at $18,840
Save 38.7%GIA | 2.7ct | Round | L | VVS1 | Ideal
From $16,376
Compare at $26,696
Save 14.9%GIA | 2.7ct | Round | J | SI1 | Ideal
From $16,537
Compare at $19,435
Save 22.4%GIA | 2.7ct | Round | K | VVS2 | Ideal
From $16,944
Compare at $21,848
IGI | 2.7ct | Round | J | VVS1 | Excellent
From $17,215
Compare at $17,881
Save 39.6%GIA | 2.7ct | Round | L | IF | Excellent
From $17,254
Compare at $28,554
Save 11.9%GIA | 2.61ct | Round | I | SI2 | Ideal
From $17,318
Compare at $19,650
Save 31.1%GIA | 2.7ct | Round | J | VS1 | Ideal
From $17,780
Compare at $25,815
Save 12.9%GIA | 2.7ct | Round | F | SI2 | Excellent
From $17,901
Compare at $20,551
Save 35.4%GIA | 2.62ct | Round | H | SI2 | Ideal
From $17,933
Compare at $27,747
Save 16.4%GIA | 2.68ct | Round | K | VVS1 | Ideal
From $17,984
Compare at $21,521
GIA | 2.7ct | Round | J | SI1 | Ideal
From $18,027
Compare at $19,707
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 $94,987 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 $30,850 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 295 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $764 and go up to $95,752.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $33,480 with a median around $30,850.
The observed spread is roughly $94,987 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 $33,480. The median price is $30,850, 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 10 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 $94,987 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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