2.9 Carat Heart Lab Grown Diamond Prices Comparison
As of February 2026, 2.9 carat heart lab grown diamonds usually range from $690 to $8,080, with an average price of $1,688.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are down 0.5%.Compare 190 verified listings across 8 retailers tracked by CaratRadar.
2.9 Carat Heart Lab Grown Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 190 verified 2.9-carat heart lab grown diamonds listed across 8 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $690 to $8,080, with an average asking price of $1,688 and a median of $1,426.
The price spread of $7,390 (91.5% 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.
190 diamonds tracked in this segment
Price range: $690 to $8,080
Average price: $1,688
Median price: $1,426
Available across 8 retailers
Savings potential: up to 91.5%
Price Range Overview
As of Feb 28, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
190
$690
$1,688
$1,426
$8,080
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
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IGISave 42.3%2.86ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Excellent
From $2,194
Compare at $3,800
IGISave 87%2.86ct | Heart | D | VVS2 | Ideal
From $1,029
Compare at $7,920
IGISave 81.9%2.86ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Ideal
From $783
Compare at $4,320
IGISave 65.4%2.86ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Excellent
From $1,645
Compare at $4,750
GIASave 48.1%2.86ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Excellent
From $2,026
Compare at $3,906
IGISave 83.7%2.86ct | Heart | G | VVS2 | Ideal
From $854
Compare at $5,240
IGISave 78%2.86ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $808
Compare at $3,670
IGISave 85.1%2.86ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Ideal
From $1,024
Compare at $6,890
GIASave 84.8%2.86ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Excellent
From $1,398
Compare at $9,200
IGISave 61.9%2.86ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Excellent
From $1,645
Compare at $4,320
IGISave 42.9%2.86ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Excellent
From $2,366
Compare at $4,140
IGISave 75.5%2.86ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Very Good
From $1,585
Compare at $6,480
IGISave 42.9%2.86ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Excellent
From $2,366
Compare at $4,140
IGISave 84.5%2.86ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $969
Compare at $6,240
IGISave 81%2.87ct | Heart | F | VVS1 | Very Good
From $1,328
Compare at $7,000
GIASave 32.1%2.87ct | Heart | E | VS2 | Excellent
From $1,672
Compare at $2,462
IGISave 85.2%2.87ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Ideal
From $1,027
Compare at $6,920
IGISave 86.3%2.87ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Excellent
From $1,009
Compare at $7,370
IGISave 86.3%2.87ct | Heart | F | VVS2 | Ideal
From $831
Compare at $6,080
IGISave 53.6%2.87ct | Heart | D | VS2 | Very Good
From $1,102
Compare at $2,375
IGISave 72.3%2.87ct | Heart | D | VVS2 | Excellent
From $962
Compare at $3,470
IGISave 87.7%2.87ct | Heart | F | VVS2 | Ideal
From $745
Compare at $6,070
IGISave 76%2.87ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $1,146
Compare at $4,770
IGISave 56.3%2.87ct | Heart | H | VS1 | Ideal
From $5,860
Compare at $13,399
IGISave 42.8%2.87ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Excellent
From $2,374
Compare at $4,150
IGISave 42.4%2.87ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Excellent
From $2,201
Compare at $3,820
IGISave 74.4%2.87ct | Heart | F | VS1 | Excellent
From $825
Compare at $3,230
IGISave 77.9%2.87ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Very Good
From $1,017
Compare at $4,600
IGISave 83.8%2.87ct | Heart | D | VS2 | Ideal
From $971
Compare at $5,980
IGISave 42.8%2.87ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Excellent
From $2,374
Compare at $4,150
IGISave 42.4%2.87ct | Heart | F | VVS2 | Excellent
From $2,201
Compare at $3,820
IGISave 73.4%2.87ct | Heart | D | VVS2 | Ideal
From $962
Compare at $3,615
IGISave 81.8%2.87ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Excellent
From $884
Compare at $4,850
IGISave 86.5%2.87ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Ideal
From $893
Compare at $6,630
IGISave 65.5%2.87ct | Heart | G | VS1 | Very Good
From $783
Compare at $2,270
IGISave 42.8%2.87ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Excellent
From $2,309
Compare at $4,040
IGISave 83.9%2.87ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Ideal
From $741
Compare at $4,600
GIASave 81.3%2.88ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Ideal
From $2,060
Compare at $11,000
GIASave 67.3%2.88ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Excellent
From $2,124
Compare at $6,500
GIASave 81%2.88ct | Heart | D | IF | Excellent
From $4,867
Compare at $25,550
GIASave 84.5%2.88ct | Heart | F | VS2 | Very Good
From $1,247
Compare at $8,060
IGISave 85.2%2.88ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Ideal
From $1,002
Compare at $6,750
IGISave 84.5%2.88ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $974
Compare at $6,280
IGISave 65.2%2.88ct | Heart | D | VVS2 | Ideal
From $887
Compare at $2,547
IGISave 42.8%2.88ct | Heart | D | VVS2 | Excellent
From $2,509
Compare at $4,390
IGISave 42.4%2.88ct | Heart | D | VS2 | Excellent
From $2,207
Compare at $3,830
IGISave 42.9%2.88ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Excellent
From $2,382
Compare at $4,170
IGISave 51.4%2.88ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Ideal
From $966
Compare at $1,988
IGISave 86.8%2.88ct | Heart | D | VVS2 | Ideal
From $1,058
Compare at $8,030
IGISave 69.4%2.88ct | Heart | E | VS2 | Excellent
From $1,656
Compare at $5,410
Entry pricing in this category starts around $690.
What to Know When Shopping for 2.9 Carat Heart Lab Grown Diamonds
- Always compare identical certified diamonds across retailers. Identical certificate numbers can have price differences of $7,390 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 $1,426 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.
- Lab-grown diamonds offer excellent value. Ensure the stone comes with a GIA or IGI certificate confirming it is laboratory-grown.
- Check shipping, insurance, and return policies. The lowest sticker price is not always the best deal once you factor in total cost of purchase.
- Heart-shaped diamonds require excellent symmetry to look balanced. Aim for carat weights above 0.5 where the shape is clearly visible.
Frequently Asked Questions
We currently track 190 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $690 and go up to $8,080.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $1,688 with a median around $1,426.
The observed spread is roughly $7,390 across tracked listings, which is about 91.5% 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 $1,426, 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 $7,390 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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