2.8 Carat Natural Diamond Prices Comparison
As of April 2026, the average price of a 2.8 carat natural diamond is $30,152.2.8 carat diamonds can cost anywhere from $747 to $94,091 depending on shape, color, clarity, and other factors.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are down 0.4%.Compare 309 verified listings across 7 retailers in the tables below.
2.8 Carat Natural Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 309 verified 2.8-carat natural diamonds listed across 7 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $747 to $94,091, with an average asking price of $30,152 and a median of $29,939.
The price spread of $93,344 (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.
309 diamonds tracked in this segment
Price range: $747 to $94,091
Average price: $30,152
Median price: $29,939
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.
309
$747
$30,152
$29,939
$94,091
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 17.4%GIA | 2.8ct | Asscher | J | FL | Excellent
From $18,324
Compare at $22,184
Save 18%GIA | 2.86ct | Asscher | I | VVS2 | Excellent
From $24,645
Compare at $30,048
GIA | 2.89ct | Asscher | D | VS1 | Excellent
From $41,341
Compare at $48,757
Save 26.7%GIA | 2.8ct | Cushion | F | VS1 | Excellent
From $37,420
Compare at $51,030
GIA | 2.8ct | Cushion | H | SI1 | Excellent
From $34,374
Compare at $37,422
Save 19.8%GIA | 2.8ct | Cushion | G | VS2 | Very Good
From $35,030
Compare at $43,680
GIA | 2.8ct | Cushion | G | VS1 | Excellent
From $49,102
Compare at $54,096
Save 15.4%GIA | 2.81ct | Cushion | K | VVS2 | Excellent
From $14,381
Compare at $16,995
Save 16.6%GIA | 2.81ct | Cushion | J | SI1 | Excellent
From $21,489
Compare at $25,764
GIA | 2.81ct | Cushion | D | VVS1 | Excellent
From $36,230
Compare at $37,324
Save 16.6%GIA | 2.81ct | Cushion | H | VS1 | Excellent
From $22,297
Compare at $26,730
GIA | 2.81ct | Cushion | H | VS1 | Very Good
From $40,135
Compare at $43,257
Save 15.5%IGI | 2.81ct | Cushion | J | SI1 | Very Good
From $10,052
Compare at $11,890
Save 11%GIA | 2.82ct | Cushion | G | VS1 | Excellent
From $27,690
Compare at $31,121
Save 23.7%GIA | 2.82ct | Cushion | G | VS2 | Very Good
From $37,437
Compare at $49,073
Save 13.1%GIA | 2.83ct | Cushion | E | SI1 | Good
From $22,320
Compare at $25,697
Save 35.5%GIA | 2.85ct | Cushion | F | VVS2 | Excellent
From $27,961
Compare at $43,326
Save 15.5%GIA | 2.85ct | Cushion | D | VVS2 | Very Good
From $45,476
Compare at $53,833
GIA | 2.86ct | Cushion | I | VS1 | Excellent
From $32,007
Compare at $37,156
Save 17.1%GIA | 2.8ct | Emerald | G | VS2 | Excellent
From $32,232
Compare at $38,899
GIA | 2.8ct | Emerald | G | VS2 | Excellent
From $38,374
Compare at $42,629
GIA | 2.8ct | Emerald | L | VVS2 | Excellent
From $12,632
Compare at $14,036
Save 13.7%GIA | 2.8ct | Emerald | I | VVS2 | Excellent
From $26,637
Compare at $30,851
Save 31.4%GIA | 2.8ct | Emerald | J | VVS2 | Very Good
From $20,492
Compare at $29,870
Save 29%GIA | 2.8ct | Emerald | K | VVS2 | Excellent
From $13,739
Compare at $19,352
Save 15.5%GIA | 2.8ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | Excellent
From $38,640
Compare at $45,751
Save 29.6%GIA | 2.8ct | Emerald | D | FL | Excellent
From $52,121
Compare at $74,008
Save 15.6%GIA | 2.8ct | Emerald | H | VS1 | Excellent
From $31,105
Compare at $36,844
GIA | 2.8ct | Emerald | H | VVS2 | Very Good
From $30,709
Compare at $34,128
GIA | 2.8ct | Emerald | L | VS1 | Excellent
From $14,235
Compare at $15,109
GIA | 2.8ct | Emerald | I | VVS1 | Ideal
From $27,240
Compare at $29,892
Save 17.2%GIA | 2.8ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | Excellent
From $37,388
Compare at $45,145
Save 30.7%GIA | 2.8ct | Emerald | H | VS1 | Excellent
From $28,185
Compare at $40,700
Save 15.6%GIA | 2.8ct | Emerald | G | VVS2 | Excellent
From $36,708
Compare at $43,468
Save 15.5%GIA | 2.8ct | Emerald | D | VVS1 | Excellent
From $50,876
Compare at $60,218
Save 17.2%GIA | 2.8ct | Emerald | F | VS2 | Excellent
From $38,206
Compare at $46,132
Save 17.9%GIA | 2.8ct | Emerald | L | VS1 | Very Good
From $12,768
Compare at $15,554
Save 11.6%GIA | 2.8ct | Emerald | J | SI2 | Ideal
From $18,090
Compare at $20,456
GIA | 2.8ct | Emerald | I | VS1 | Ideal
From $25,588
Compare at $28,387
GIA | 2.81ct | Emerald | E | VVS2 | Excellent
From $43,710
Compare at $51,548
Save 17.5%GIA | 2.81ct | Emerald | G | VVS2 | Excellent
From $40,864
Compare at $49,509
Save 12.1%GIA | 2.81ct | Emerald | J | SI1 | Excellent
From $18,320
Compare at $20,831
Save 35.5%GIA | 2.81ct | Emerald | I | VS1 | Excellent
From $27,017
Compare at $41,860
Save 11.8%GIA | 2.81ct | Emerald | J | VS1 | Excellent
From $19,894
Compare at $22,557
Save 34.3%GIA | 2.81ct | Emerald | J | VS2 | Excellent
From $15,884
Compare at $24,178
Save 15.6%GIA | 2.81ct | Emerald | G | VS2 | Good
From $35,709
Compare at $42,286
Save 13.9%IGI | 2.81ct | Emerald | I | VVS2 | Very Good
From $14,748
Compare at $17,135
Save 29.9%GIA | 2.82ct | Emerald | F | VS1 | Ideal
From $38,408
Compare at $54,770
Save 15.5%GIA | 2.82ct | Emerald | G | VVS2 | Good
From $36,970
Compare at $43,776
Save 28.4%GIA | 2.83ct | Emerald | L | VS2 | Excellent
From $13,156
Compare at $18,362
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 $93,344 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 $29,939 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 309 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $747 and go up to $94,091.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $30,152 with a median around $29,939.
The observed spread is roughly $93,344 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 $29,939, 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 $93,344 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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