2.8 Carat Natural Diamond Prices Comparison
As of May 2026, the average price of a 2.8 carat natural diamond is $32,812.2.8 carat diamonds can cost anywhere from $747 to $96,850 depending on shape, color, clarity, and other factors.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are up 0.8%.Compare 347 verified listings across 9 retailers in the tables below.
2.8 Carat Natural Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 347 verified 2.8-carat natural diamonds listed across 9 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $747 to $96,850, with an average asking price of $32,812 and a median of $31,763.
The price spread of $96,104 (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.
347 diamonds tracked in this segment
Price range: $747 to $96,850
Average price: $32,812
Median price: $31,763
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.
347
$747
$32,812
$31,763
$96,850
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.
Live Listings
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Save 14.6%IGI | 2.81ct | Cushion | J | SI1 | Very Good
From $9,855
Compare at $11,536
Save 18.6%GIA | 2.8ct | Round | L | SI2 | Excellent
From $10,059
Compare at $12,354
GIA | 2.83ct | Oval | L | VVS2 | Excellent
From $10,832
Compare at $11,014
Save 27%GIA | 2.8ct | Emerald | L | VS2 | Excellent
From $10,856
Compare at $14,867
GIA | 2.8ct | Princess | L | VS1 | Excellent
From $11,628
Compare at $11,837
GIA | 2.8ct | Round | L | SI2 | Ideal
From $12,435
Compare at $12,593
GIA | 2.8ct | Round | K | SI2 | Excellent
From $12,506
Compare at $13,287
Save 41%GIA | 2.81ct | Princess | I | SI1 | Ideal
From $12,595
Compare at $21,343
GIA | 2.8ct | Pear | L | VVS1 | Excellent
From $12,964
Compare at $13,360
Save 41%GIA | 2.81ct | Pear | K | SI1 | Excellent
From $13,213
Compare at $22,389
Save 36.6%GIA | 2.8ct | Princess | J | VS2 | Excellent
From $13,445
Compare at $21,199
GIA | 2.8ct | Emerald | L | VS1 | Excellent
From $13,964
Compare at $15,038
GIA | 2.8ct | Emerald | L | VS1 | Very Good
From $13,990
Compare at $14,422
Save 12.1%IGI | 2.81ct | Round | J | VS2 | Excellent
From $14,355
Compare at $16,333
GIA | 2.81ct | Oval | K | SI2 | Ideal
From $14,488
Compare at $14,588
Save 18%IGI | 2.81ct | Emerald | I | VVS2 | Very Good
From $14,560
Compare at $17,752
Save 15.4%IGI | 2.8ct | Oval | J | VS2 | Very Good
From $14,710
Compare at $17,389
Save 12%IGI | 2.81ct | Round | J | VVS2 | Excellent
From $15,100
Compare at $17,154
Save 14.9%GIA | 2.89ct | Pear | K | VS1 | Excellent
From $15,250
Compare at $17,923
Save 13.1%IGI | 2.8ct | Pear | J | VVS2 | Very Good
From $15,370
Compare at $17,691
Save 21.4%GIA | 2.8ct | Asscher | J | SI2 | Excellent
From $15,904
Compare at $20,232
Save 11.5%GIA | 2.8ct | Round | K | SI2 | Ideal
From $16,027
Compare at $18,112
GIA | 2.85ct | Round | K | SI1 | Excellent
From $16,250
Compare at $17,819
Save 27.8%GIA | 2.8ct | Round | K | SI2 | Excellent
From $16,275
Compare at $22,554
GIA | 2.81ct | Oval | F | SI2 | Ideal
From $16,332
Compare at $18,040
Save 36.9%GIA | 2.82ct | Pear | J | VVS2 | Excellent
From $16,558
Compare at $26,250
Save 36.5%GIA | 2.8ct | Round | J | SI2 | Ideal
From $16,706
Compare at $26,303
Save 10.2%IGI | 2.81ct | Round | E | SI2 | Ideal
From $16,759
Compare at $18,660
GIA | 2.88ct | Pear | I | SI2 | Ideal
From $17,222
Compare at $17,290
Save 36.5%GIA | 2.81ct | Round | J | SI2 | Excellent
From $17,330
Compare at $27,293
Save 20.8%GIA | 2.84ct | Round | K | VS1 | Very Good
From $17,445
Compare at $22,030
Save 30.2%GIA | 2.85ct | Heart | I | SI2 | Ideal
From $17,520
Compare at $25,110
Save 41%GIA | 2.81ct | Oval | J | VS1 | Very Good
From $17,847
Compare at $30,258
Save 36.5%GIA | 2.84ct | Round | J | SI2 | Ideal
From $18,024
Compare at $28,380
Save 20.8%GIA | 2.83ct | Round | J | SI1 | Excellent
From $18,258
Compare at $23,061
GIA | 2.8ct | Asscher | J | FL | Excellent
From $18,491
Compare at $20,549
Save 28.2%GIA | 2.8ct | Emerald | K | VS1 | Excellent
From $18,561
Compare at $25,857
GIA | 2.89ct | Round | K | VS2 | Good
From $18,750
Compare at $19,716
Save 11%IGI | 2.82ct | Round | I | VVS1 | Excellent
From $18,820
Compare at $21,157
Save 35.9%GIA | 2.8ct | Round | J | SI1 | Excellent
From $19,445
Compare at $30,315
Save 22%GIA | 2.8ct | Oval | J | SI1 | Excellent
From $19,644
Compare at $25,185
Save 13.1%GIA | 2.81ct | Heart | I | VS1 | Very Good
From $19,916
Compare at $22,908
GIA | 2.81ct | Round | J | SI1 | Very Good
From $19,932
Compare at $21,788
Save 33%GIA | 2.8ct | Emerald | J | VVS2 | Very Good
From $20,008
Compare at $29,870
Save 16.2%GIA | 2.8ct | Round | J | SI1 | Excellent
From $20,320
Compare at $24,235
Save 21.7%GIA | 2.82ct | Round | K | VVS2 | Good
From $20,409
Compare at $26,068
Save 39.9%GIA | 2.81ct | Oval | F | SI2 | Very Good
From $20,553
Compare at $34,172
Save 33.3%GIA | 2.8ct | Princess | J | VS2 | Excellent
From $20,565
Compare at $30,844
Save 39.9%GIA | 2.82ct | Oval | G | SI2 | Ideal
From $20,713
Compare at $34,439
Save 20.5%GIA | 2.81ct | Round | I | SI2 | Excellent
From $21,014
Compare at $26,429
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 $96,104 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 $31,763 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 347 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $747 and go up to $96,850.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $32,812 with a median around $31,763.
The observed spread is roughly $96,104 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 $32,812. The median price is $31,763, 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 $96,104 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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