2.8 Carat Natural Diamond Prices Comparison
As of July 2026, the average price of a 2.8 carat natural diamond is $32,648.2.8 carat diamonds can cost anywhere from $747 to $93,820 depending on shape, color, clarity, and other factors.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are down 0.2%.Compare 261 verified listings across 10 retailers in the tables below.
2.8 Carat Natural Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 261 verified 2.8-carat natural diamonds listed across 10 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $747 to $93,820, with an average asking price of $32,648 and a median of $31,556.
The price spread of $93,074 (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.
261 diamonds tracked in this segment
Price range: $747 to $93,820
Average price: $32,648
Median price: $31,556
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.
261
$747
$32,648
$31,556
$93,820
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
2.8 Carat Natural Diamond Prices by Shape
Shape-level averages for this carat and type. Open each shape page for full market detail.
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IGI | 2.81ct | Round | L | I1 | Excellent
From $3,518
Compare at $3,877
IGI | 2.81ct | Heart | G | SI2 | Very Good
From $8,256
Compare at $8,369
IGI | 2.81ct | Heart | H | SI2 | Ideal
From $8,780
Compare at $8,821
IGI | 2.81ct | Cushion | J | SI1 | Very Good
From $9,852
Compare at $9,855
Save 10.9%GIA | 2.8ct | Round | L | SI2 | Excellent
From $9,896
Compare at $11,101
Save 11.9%GIA | 2.8ct | Princess | L | VS1 | Excellent
From $10,243
Compare at $11,628
Save 38.8%GIA | 2.8ct | Round | L | SI2 | Ideal
From $10,760
Compare at $17,581
GIA | 2.8ct | Round | L | SI2 | Ideal
From $10,851
Compare at $11,867
IGI | 2.82ct | Round | J | SI1 | Good
From $11,246
Compare at $11,250
Save 19%GIA | 2.8ct | Emerald | L | VS1 | Excellent
From $11,463
Compare at $14,159
Save 41.5%GIA | 2.81ct | Princess | I | SI1 | Ideal
From $11,687
Compare at $19,966
Save 14.6%GIA | 2.8ct | Emerald | L | VS1 | Very Good
From $11,784
Compare at $13,797
GIA | 2.8ct | Pear | L | VVS1 | Excellent
From $12,019
Compare at $12,755
Save 41.5%GIA | 2.81ct | Pear | K | SI1 | Excellent
From $12,066
Compare at $20,614
IGI | 2.82ct | Round | H | SI2 | Ideal
From $12,091
Compare at $12,316
Save 36%GIA | 2.8ct | Princess | J | VS2 | Excellent
From $12,735
Compare at $19,902
Save 13%IGI | 2.82ct | Oval | I | SI2 | Ideal
From $12,742
Compare at $14,639
IGI | 2.8ct | Round | H | SI2 | Ideal
From $13,583
Compare at $14,000
IGI | 2.81ct | Round | J | VS2 | Excellent
From $13,817
Compare at $13,820
Save 15.4%IGI | 2.82ct | Round | J | SI1 | Excellent
From $14,065
Compare at $16,616
GIA | 2.81ct | Round | K | SI1 | Excellent
From $14,336
Compare at $15,252
GIA | 2.81ct | Oval | K | SI2 | Ideal
From $14,488
Compare at $14,588
GIA | 2.8ct | Round | K | SI2 | Ideal
From $14,613
Compare at $16,027
Save 15.4%IGI | 2.8ct | Oval | J | VS2 | Very Good
From $14,706
Compare at $17,389
IGI | 2.81ct | Round | J | VVS2 | Excellent
From $15,002
Compare at $15,005
GIA | 2.81ct | Oval | F | SI2 | Ideal
From $15,219
Compare at $16,610
IGI | 2.8ct | Pear | J | VVS2 | Very Good
From $15,370
Compare at $16,365
IGI | 2.81ct | Round | E | SI2 | Ideal
From $15,774
Compare at $17,380
GIA | 2.8ct | Asscher | J | SI2 | Excellent
From $15,904
Compare at $16,717
IGI | 2.86ct | Round | G | SI2 | Ideal
From $16,027
Compare at $16,520
IGI | 2.8ct | Round | I | VS2 | Excellent
From $16,503
Compare at $16,505
Save 31.5%GIA | 2.85ct | Heart | I | SI2 | Ideal
From $17,200
Compare at $25,110
Save 35.9%GIA | 2.8ct | Round | J | SI1 | Excellent
From $17,253
Compare at $26,900
GIA | 2.8ct | Asscher | J | FL | Excellent
From $17,766
Compare at $18,762
Save 11.2%GIA | 2.81ct | Round | J | SI1 | Very Good
From $18,009
Compare at $20,291
Save 36.1%GIA | 2.8ct | Round | J | VS2 | Ideal
From $18,091
Compare at $28,315
GIA | 2.89ct | Round | K | VS2 | Good
From $18,178
Compare at $18,877
Save 38.5%GIA | 2.83ct | Round | J | SI1 | Excellent
From $18,218
Compare at $29,601
GIA | 2.81ct | Round | J | SI2 | Ideal
From $18,421
Compare at $18,988
Save 14.5%IGI | 2.8ct | Round | I | VS2 | Ideal
From $18,434
Compare at $21,553
IGI | 2.82ct | Pear | E | SI2 | Ideal
From $18,895
Compare at $19,476
Save 10.6%GIA | 2.81ct | Heart | I | VS1 | Very Good
From $19,144
Compare at $21,407
Save 35.5%GIA | 2.8ct | Emerald | J | VVS2 | Very Good
From $19,266
Compare at $29,870
GIA | 2.8ct | Heart | H | VS2 | Excellent
From $19,894
Compare at $21,119
Save 35.9%GIA | 2.8ct | Round | J | SI1 | Excellent
From $20,319
Compare at $31,681
GIA | 2.81ct | Round | I | SI2 | Excellent
From $20,544
Compare at $20,705
Save 35.9%GIA | 2.81ct | Oval | J | VS1 | Very Good
From $20,773
Compare at $32,389
GIA | 2.81ct | Oval | J | SI1 | Good
From $20,907
Compare at $23,140
GIA | 2.81ct | Emerald | J | VS1 | Excellent
From $21,013
Compare at $22,066
GIA | 2.81ct | Round | I | SI2 | Excellent
From $21,014
Compare at $21,210
Entry pricing in this category starts around $747.
What to Know When Shopping for 2.8 Carat Natural Diamonds
- Always compare identical certified diamonds across retailers. Identical certificate numbers can have price differences of $93,074 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 $31,556 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
We currently track 261 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $747 and go up to $93,820.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $32,648 with a median around $31,556.
The observed spread is roughly $93,074 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 $32,648. The median price is $31,556, 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 $93,074 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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