2.8 Carat Oval Natural Diamond Prices Comparison
As of May 2026, 2.8 carat oval natural diamonds usually range from $1,478 to $71,575, with an average price of $32,695.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are up 0.5%.Compare 30 verified listings across 8 retailers tracked by CaratRadar.
2.8 Carat Oval Natural Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 30 verified 2.8-carat oval natural diamonds listed across 8 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $1,478 to $71,575, with an average asking price of $32,695 and a median of $32,655.
The price spread of $70,097 (97.9% 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.
30 diamonds tracked in this segment
Price range: $1,478 to $71,575
Average price: $32,695
Median price: $32,655
Available across 8 retailers
Savings potential: up to 97.9%
Price Range Overview
As of May 29, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
30
$1,478
$32,695
$32,655
$71,575
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
Live Listings
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GIA | 2.83ct | Oval | L | VVS2 | Excellent
From $10,832
Compare at $11,014
GIA | 2.81ct | Oval | K | SI2 | Ideal
From $14,488
Compare at $14,588
Save 15.4%IGI | 2.8ct | Oval | J | VS2 | Very Good
From $14,710
Compare at $17,389
GIA | 2.81ct | Oval | F | SI2 | Ideal
From $16,332
Compare at $18,040
Save 41%GIA | 2.81ct | Oval | J | VS1 | Very Good
From $17,847
Compare at $30,258
Save 22%GIA | 2.8ct | Oval | J | SI1 | Excellent
From $19,644
Compare at $25,185
Save 39.9%GIA | 2.81ct | Oval | F | SI2 | Very Good
From $20,553
Compare at $34,172
Save 39.9%GIA | 2.82ct | Oval | G | SI2 | Ideal
From $20,713
Compare at $34,439
GIA | 2.8ct | Oval | I | SI2 | Excellent
From $21,773
Compare at $21,949
GIA | 2.81ct | Oval | J | SI1 | Good
From $24,868
Compare at $27,120
Save 20.6%GIA | 2.8ct | Oval | H | SI2 | Very Good
From $26,611
Compare at $33,499
Save 20.6%GIA | 2.82ct | Oval | D | SI2 | Very Good
From $28,107
Compare at $35,378
Save 37.1%GIA | 2.8ct | Oval | E | SI1 | Excellent
From $28,205
Compare at $44,833
Save 23.4%GIA | 2.8ct | Oval | F | SI1 | Excellent
From $30,706
Compare at $40,080
Save 35.7%GIA | 2.81ct | Oval | F | SI1 | Ideal
From $32,720
Compare at $50,912
Save 12.5%GIA | 2.85ct | Oval | I | VS1 | Very Good
From $34,268
Compare at $39,163
Save 15.6%GIA | 2.81ct | Oval | D | SI1 | Excellent
From $35,773
Compare at $42,362
Save 35.4%GIA | 2.81ct | Oval | D | VS1 | Excellent
From $36,242
Compare at $56,119
Save 15.5%GIA | 2.8ct | Oval | F | VS2 | Excellent
From $39,220
Compare at $46,437
Save 15.5%GIA | 2.8ct | Oval | F | VS2 | Very Good
From $39,670
Compare at $46,970
Save 11.4%GIA | 2.8ct | Oval | G | IF | Excellent
From $40,578
Compare at $45,824
Save 21.2%GIA | 2.81ct | Oval | D | SI1 | Excellent
From $40,867
Compare at $51,851
Save 24.3%GIA | 2.8ct | Oval | E | VS2 | Excellent
From $42,130
Compare at $55,662
Save 20.1%GIA | 2.8ct | Oval | E | SI1 | Excellent
From $42,897
Compare at $53,665
Save 34.1%GIA | 2.8ct | Oval | D | VS2 | Excellent
From $43,225
Compare at $65,582
Save 17.6%GIA | 2.8ct | Oval | E | VS2 | Excellent
From $44,290
Compare at $53,747
Save 18.5%GIA | 2.81ct | Oval | F | VS2 | Excellent
From $46,528
Compare at $57,070
Save 15.5%GIA | 2.8ct | Oval | D | VS1 | Excellent
From $50,715
Compare at $60,027
GIA | 2.8ct | Oval | F | VVS1 | Excellent
From $54,760
Compare at $57,045
Save 18.5%GIA | 2.88ct | Oval | E | VVS1 | Excellent
From $67,654
Compare at $83,004
Entry pricing in this category starts around $1,478.
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 $70,097 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 $32,655 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 30 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $1,478 and go up to $71,575.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $32,695 with a median around $32,655.
The observed spread is roughly $70,097 across tracked listings, which is about 97.9% 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 $32,695. The median price is $32,655, 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 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 $70,097 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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