2.8 Carat Oval Natural Diamond Prices Comparison
As of February 2026, 2.8 carat oval natural diamonds usually range from $600 to $69,344, with an average price of $17,517.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are down 2%.Compare 66 verified listings across 8 retailers tracked by CaratRadar.
2.8 Carat Oval Natural Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 66 verified 2.8-carat oval natural diamonds listed across 8 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $600 to $69,344, with an average asking price of $17,517 and a median of $4,009.
The price spread of $68,744 (99.1% 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.
66 diamonds tracked in this segment
Price range: $600 to $69,344
Average price: $17,517
Median price: $4,009
Available across 8 retailers
Savings potential: up to 99.1%
Price Range Overview
As of Feb 28, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
66
$600
$17,517
$4,009
$69,344
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
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GIA2.75ct | Oval | F | SI1 | Ideal
From $38,128
Compare at $41,988
GIASave 61.8%2.75ct | Oval | D | VVS1 | Ideal
From $1,937
Compare at $5,070
GIASave 61.2%2.75ct | Oval | D | VVS1 | Ideal
From $1,967
Compare at $5,070
GIASave 33.4%2.75ct | Oval | E | IF | Excellent
From $3,305
Compare at $4,961
GIASave 61.5%2.76ct | Oval | D | VVS1 | Ideal
From $2,046
Compare at $5,310
GIASave 30.9%2.76ct | Oval | D | VS1 | Ideal
From $6,467
Compare at $9,360
GIASave 84.3%2.76ct | Oval | F | VS2 | Ideal
From $1,142
Compare at $7,260
GIA2.76ct | Oval | D | FL | Ideal
From $61,070
Compare at $65,419
IGISave 62.6%2.76ct | Oval | F | VS1 | Very Good
From $727
Compare at $1,942
GIASave 38.2%2.77ct | Oval | E | VS1 | Excellent
From $5,571
Compare at $9,020
IGISave 72.8%2.77ct | Oval | D | VS2 | Very Good
From $762
Compare at $2,795
IGISave 80.9%2.77ct | Oval | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $1,725
Compare at $9,040
IGISave 19.8%2.77ct | Oval | E | VVS2 | Very Good
From $787
Compare at $982
GIASave 62.1%2.78ct | Oval | D | VVS1 | Ideal
From $2,029
Compare at $5,348
GIASave 60.9%2.78ct | Oval | D | VVS2 | Ideal
From $1,857
Compare at $4,753
GIASave 36.2%2.78ct | Oval | D | FL | Very Good
From $69,344
Compare at $108,680
GIASave 61.6%2.78ct | Oval | D | VVS2 | Ideal
From $1,827
Compare at $4,753
IGISave 80.6%2.78ct | Oval | D | VS1 | Excellent
From $1,760
Compare at $9,060
IGISave 54.6%2.78ct | Oval | D | VS1 | Good
From $1,956
Compare at $4,311
GIASave 60.9%2.79ct | Oval | D | VVS2 | Ideal
From $1,863
Compare at $4,769
GIASave 56.9%2.79ct | Oval | D | VS1 | Ideal
From $4,073
Compare at $9,450
GIASave 72%2.8ct | Oval | E | VVS1 | Ideal
From $2,166
Compare at $7,740
GIA2.8ct | Oval | G | IF | Excellent
From $42,990
Compare at $47,288
GIASave 15.2%2.8ct | Oval | D | SI1 | Very Good
From $36,683
Compare at $43,240
GIASave 37%2.8ct | Oval | D | VS1 | Excellent
From $56,902
Compare at $90,353
GIA2.8ct | Oval | D | VS2 | Ideal
From $39,500
Compare at $40,251
GIA2.8ct | Oval | F | VS2 | Very Good
From $45,635
Compare at $48,122
GIASave 12.7%2.8ct | Oval | J | SI1 | Excellent
From $21,997
Compare at $25,185
GIASave 18.2%2.8ct | Oval | J | VVS2 | Excellent
From $22,953
Compare at $28,044
GIA2.8ct | Oval | E | VS1 | Excellent
From $36,615
Compare at $40,320
IGISave 62.7%2.8ct | Oval | F | VS1 | Very Good
From $734
Compare at $1,970
GIASave 23%2.8ct | Oval | F | SI1 | Excellent
From $31,188
Compare at $40,516
GIASave 15.5%2.8ct | Oval | D | VS1 | Excellent
From $50,715
Compare at $60,028
GIASave 11.4%2.8ct | Oval | E | SI1 | Excellent
From $34,240
Compare at $38,637
GIASave 11.5%2.8ct | Oval | F | VS1 | Ideal
From $45,181
Compare at $51,064
GIASave 15.5%2.8ct | Oval | F | VS2 | Excellent
From $39,220
Compare at $46,437
GIA2.81ct | Oval | E | VVS2 | Excellent
From $49,850
Compare at $52,705
GIASave 56.4%2.81ct | Oval | F | SI2 | Excellent
From $21,688
Compare at $49,798
GIASave 56.5%2.81ct | Oval | F | SI2 | Very Good
From $23,593
Compare at $54,188
GIASave 28.8%2.81ct | Oval | F | VS2 | Excellent
From $41,047
Compare at $57,690
GIASave 15.2%2.81ct | Oval | D | VS1 | Excellent
From $36,908
Compare at $43,528
GIASave 14.3%2.81ct | Oval | J | SI1 | Excellent
From $19,221
Compare at $22,423
GIA2.81ct | Oval | H | SI1 | Ideal
From $35,623
Compare at $39,225
GIA2.81ct | Oval | F | SI1 | Excellent
From $35,366
Compare at $38,958
GIASave 15.6%2.81ct | Oval | F | SI1 | Excellent
From $33,650
Compare at $39,852
GIASave 47.6%2.81ct | Oval | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $5,227
Compare at $9,980
GIASave 61.6%2.81ct | Oval | D | VVS2 | Ideal
From $1,844
Compare at $4,804
GIASave 76.5%2.81ct | Oval | E | VVS1 | Ideal
From $1,823
Compare at $7,770
GIASave 33.7%2.81ct | Oval | F | SI1 | Ideal
From $39,633
Compare at $59,803
GIASave 15.6%2.81ct | Oval | D | SI1 | Excellent
From $35,773
Compare at $42,362
Entry pricing in this category starts around $600.
What to Know When Shopping for 2.8 Carat Oval Natural Diamonds
- Always compare identical certified diamonds across retailers. Identical certificate numbers can have price differences of $68,744 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 $4,009 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.
- Oval diamonds can appear larger than rounds of the same carat weight due to their elongated face-up area. Watch for the bow-tie effect in lower-quality cuts.
Frequently Asked Questions
We currently track 66 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $600 and go up to $69,344.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $17,517 with a median around $4,009.
The observed spread is roughly $68,744 across tracked listings, which is about 99.1% 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 $4,009, 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 8 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 $68,744 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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