2.9 Carat Natural Diamond Prices Comparison
As of April 2026, the average price of a 2.9 carat natural diamond is $31,888.2.9 carat diamonds can cost anywhere from $808 to $109,843 depending on shape, color, clarity, and other factors.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are flat -0%.Compare 119 verified listings across 7 retailers in the tables below.
2.9 Carat Natural Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 119 verified 2.9-carat natural diamonds listed across 7 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $808 to $109,843, with an average asking price of $31,888 and a median of $32,034.
The price spread of $109,035 (99.3% 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.
119 diamonds tracked in this segment
Price range: $808 to $109,843
Average price: $31,888
Median price: $32,034
Available across 7 retailers
Savings potential: up to 99.3%
Price Range Overview
As of Apr 14, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
119
$808
$31,888
$32,034
$109,843
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
2.9 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 17.9%GIA | 2.9ct | Emerald | E | SI1 | Excellent
From $22,226
Compare at $27,086
Save 26.6%GIA | 2.9ct | Emerald | G | VVS1 | Very Good
From $43,207
Compare at $58,882
GIA | 2.9ct | Emerald | G | VS2 | Excellent
From $36,795
Compare at $43,405
Save 14.1%GIA | 2.9ct | Emerald | D | IF | Ideal
From $61,715
Compare at $71,815
Save 18.5%GIA | 2.91ct | Emerald | F | VS2 | Excellent
From $35,273
Compare at $43,272
Save 17.5%GIA | 2.91ct | Emerald | I | VS2 | Excellent
From $23,481
Compare at $28,465
GIA | 2.91ct | Emerald | H | SI1 | Excellent
From $29,565
Compare at $32,671
Save 27.6%GIA | 2.91ct | Emerald | J | VS2 | Excellent
From $20,939
Compare at $28,940
Save 31.4%GIA | 2.91ct | Emerald | H | VS1 | Excellent
From $34,212
Compare at $49,840
Save 14.8%IGI | 2.92ct | Emerald | J | VVS2 | Ideal
From $13,669
Compare at $16,040
Save 15.5%IGI | 2.92ct | Emerald | K | VS1 | Very Good
From $9,937
Compare at $11,753
Save 19.9%GIA | 2.95ct | Emerald | J | IF | Good
From $23,349
Compare at $29,165
GIA | 2.95ct | Emerald | D | VVS1 | Excellent
From $57,245
Compare at $62,959
Save 18.8%GIA | 2.9ct | Oval | J | SI2 | Ideal
From $15,356
Compare at $18,905
Save 12%IGI | 2.91ct | Oval | I | VS1 | Ideal
From $21,084
Compare at $23,955
Save 19%GIA | 2.92ct | Oval | J | SI2 | Ideal
From $17,723
Compare at $21,892
Save 27.8%GIA | 2.93ct | Oval | G | VVS2 | Very Good
From $50,102
Compare at $69,350
Save 27.7%GIA | 2.91ct | Pear | G | VVS1 | Excellent
From $54,782
Compare at $75,790
IGI | 2.91ct | Pear | I | VS1 | Very Good
From $23,486
Compare at $23,725
GIA | 2.98ct | Pear | F | FL | Ideal
From $67,478
Compare at $67,480
Save 14.8%IGI | 2.99ct | Pear | J | VVS2 | Very Good
From $13,440
Compare at $15,767
GIA | 2.9ct | Princess | D | VS2 | Excellent
From $53,110
Compare at $53,842
Save 14.4%GIA | 2.91ct | Princess | K | VS2 | Excellent
From $14,199
Compare at $16,593
Save 14%IGI | 2.91ct | Princess | J | VVS2 | Very Good
From $15,522
Compare at $18,045
Save 13.7%GIA | 2.9ct | Radiant | E | SI1 | Ideal
From $33,429
Compare at $38,718
Save 12.8%IGI | 2.9ct | Radiant | I | VS1 | Very Good
From $17,905
Compare at $20,540
Save 29%GIA | 2.92ct | Radiant | H | SI2 | Excellent
From $20,867
Compare at $29,395
GIA | 2.94ct | Radiant | D | SI1 | Ideal
From $31,770
Compare at $33,768
GIA | 2.9ct | Round | D | IF | Excellent
From $53,718
Compare at $56,978
Save 17%GIA | 2.9ct | Round | I | SI2 | Excellent
From $21,754
Compare at $26,210
GIA | 2.9ct | Round | I | VVS2 | Excellent
From $37,155
Compare at $40,804
Save 14%GIA | 2.9ct | Round | L | SI1 | Excellent
From $18,360
Compare at $21,341
Save 14.1%GIA | 2.9ct | Round | E | VS1 | Excellent
From $50,415
Compare at $58,662
Save 27.1%GIA | 2.9ct | Round | D | VS2 | Excellent
From $44,406
Compare at $60,900
Save 14.1%GIA | 2.9ct | Round | H | VVS1 | Excellent
From $42,039
Compare at $48,917
Save 14.6%GIA | 2.9ct | Round | F | SI1 | Excellent
From $36,099
Compare at $42,262
GIA | 2.9ct | Round | E | IF | Excellent
From $75,772
Compare at $77,355
Save 13.2%GIA | 2.9ct | Round | E | IF | Excellent
From $76,770
Compare at $88,461
Save 15.6%GIA | 2.9ct | Round | I | VS1 | Excellent
From $30,735
Compare at $36,429
Save 16.7%GIA | 2.9ct | Round | F | VS1 | Excellent
From $51,778
Compare at $62,145
Save 13.7%GIA | 2.9ct | Round | I | VS1 | Excellent
From $31,452
Compare at $36,429
Save 11.1%GIA | 2.9ct | Round | J | VS2 | Excellent
From $23,402
Compare at $26,314
Save 14.7%GIA | 2.9ct | Round | G | VS2 | Excellent
From $40,410
Compare at $47,370
Save 24.6%GIA | 2.9ct | Round | I | SI2 | Excellent
From $22,008
Compare at $29,180
Save 15.6%GIA | 2.9ct | Round | G | VVS1 | Excellent
From $34,590
Compare at $40,967
Save 16.2%GIA | 2.9ct | Round | F | VS2 | Excellent
From $37,724
Compare at $45,033
GIA | 2.9ct | Round | D | VVS1 | Excellent
From $45,250
Compare at $49,245
GIA | 2.9ct | Round | D | VVS2 | Excellent
From $40,049
Compare at $40,657
Save 13.7%GIA | 2.9ct | Round | H | SI2 | Ideal
From $26,596
Compare at $30,804
GIA | 2.9ct | Round | F | VS1 | Ideal
From $50,894
Compare at $54,650
Entry pricing in this category starts around $808.
What to Know When Shopping for 2.9 Carat Natural Diamonds
- Always compare identical certified diamonds across retailers. Identical certificate numbers can have price differences of $109,035 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 $32,034 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 119 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $808 and go up to $109,843.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $31,888 with a median around $32,034.
The observed spread is roughly $109,035 across tracked listings, which is about 99.3% 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 $32,034, 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 $109,035 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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