2.9 Carat Round Natural Diamond Prices Comparison
As of February 2026, 2.9 carat round natural diamonds usually range from $705 to $90,450, with an average price of $25,444.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are down 2.6%.Compare 165 verified listings across 6 retailers tracked by CaratRadar.
2.9 Carat Round Natural Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 165 verified 2.9-carat round natural diamonds listed across 6 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $705 to $90,450, with an average asking price of $25,444 and a median of $15,572.
The price spread of $89,745 (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.
165 diamonds tracked in this segment
Price range: $705 to $90,450
Average price: $25,444
Median price: $15,572
Available across 6 retailers
Savings potential: up to 99.2%
Price Range Overview
As of Feb 28, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
165
$705
$25,444
$15,572
$90,450
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
Live Listings
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GIASave 56.3%2.86ct | Round | D | IF | Excellent
From $3,514
Compare at $8,044
GIA2.86ct | Round | F | VS1 | Very Good
From $52,544
Compare at $55,125
GIASave 34.3%2.86ct | Round | J | VS1 | Excellent
From $26,990
Compare at $41,098
GIASave 10.2%2.86ct | Round | G | VS2 | Excellent
From $43,664
Compare at $48,649
GIA2.86ct | Round | E | VVS1 | Excellent
From $68,742
Compare at $70,167
GIASave 80.7%2.86ct | Round | D | VS1 | Excellent
From $1,247
Compare at $6,450
GIASave 29.4%2.86ct | Round | E | VS1 | Excellent
From $1,508
Compare at $2,137
GIASave 75.9%2.86ct | Round | D | VVS2 | Excellent
From $2,371
Compare at $9,830
IGISave 69.1%2.86ct | Round | E | VS2 | Ideal
From $716
Compare at $2,315
IGISave 68.4%2.86ct | Round | E | VS1 | Excellent
From $748
Compare at $2,370
GIA2.86ct | Round | K | VS1 | Ideal
From $16,401
Compare at $17,097
GIASave 84.6%2.86ct | Round | D | VS2 | Excellent
From $1,264
Compare at $8,190
GIASave 32.6%2.86ct | Round | D | VS1 | Excellent
From $6,137
Compare at $9,110
GIASave 36.6%2.87ct | Round | G | VVS2 | Ideal
From $45,834
Compare at $72,294
GIASave 75.9%2.87ct | Round | D | VVS2 | Excellent
From $2,379
Compare at $9,860
GIA2.87ct | Round | D | IF | Excellent
From $83,108
Compare at $92,255
GIASave 79.3%2.87ct | Round | E | VVS2 | Excellent
From $1,412
Compare at $6,810
GIA2.87ct | Round | E | VS1 | Excellent
From $48,830
Compare at $53,576
GIA2.87ct | Round | F | VS2 | Excellent
From $52,149
Compare at $54,714
GIASave 14.6%2.87ct | Round | G | VS2 | Excellent
From $40,102
Compare at $46,941
GIASave 30.1%2.87ct | Round | F | VS1 | Excellent
From $1,413
Compare at $2,021
GIASave 79.9%2.87ct | Round | D | VVS1 | Excellent
From $2,117
Compare at $10,560
GIASave 62.7%2.87ct | Round | D | VVS1 | Excellent
From $2,339
Compare at $6,266
GIASave 38.8%2.87ct | Round | G | VVS1 | Excellent
From $59,155
Compare at $96,732
GIA2.87ct | Round | F | VS1 | Good
From $56,018
Compare at $59,517
GIASave 62.7%2.87ct | Round | D | VVS1 | Excellent
From $2,339
Compare at $6,266
GIASave 79.3%2.87ct | Round | E | VVS2 | Excellent
From $1,412
Compare at $6,810
IGISave 58.1%2.87ct | Round | FANCY | VS1 | Ideal
From $1,028
Compare at $2,451
IGISave 63%2.87ct | Round | F | VS1 | Excellent
From $739
Compare at $1,998
GIASave 36.1%2.88ct | Round | I | VVS2 | Excellent
From $32,804
Compare at $51,318
2.88ct | Round | D | VS1 | Excellent
From $49,565
Compare at $61,331
GIASave 61.8%2.88ct | Round | D | VVS2 | Excellent
From $1,938
Compare at $5,078
GIA2.88ct | Round | D | FL | Ideal
From $90,450
Compare at $96,541
GIASave 62.7%2.88ct | Round | D | VVS1 | Excellent
From $2,347
Compare at $6,287
IGISave 68.5%2.88ct | Round | E | VS1 | Excellent
From $752
Compare at $2,390
IGISave 68%2.88ct | Round | E | VS2 | Excellent
From $719
Compare at $2,245
IGISave 63.1%2.88ct | Round | F | VS1 | Ideal
From $740
Compare at $2,004
IGISave 62.3%2.88ct | Round | F | VS2 | Excellent
From $705
Compare at $1,871
GIASave 74.7%2.89ct | Round | E | VS1 | Excellent
From $1,581
Compare at $6,250
GIASave 10.3%2.89ct | Round | D | VS2 | Ideal
From $53,774
Compare at $59,931
GIASave 62.2%2.89ct | Round | D | VVS1 | Excellent
From $2,157
Compare at $5,707
GIA2.89ct | Round | E | VVS1 | Excellent
From $69,121
Compare at $72,932
IGISave 62.3%2.89ct | Round | F | VS2 | Excellent
From $707
Compare at $1,877
GIASave 36.9%2.89ct | Round | D | VVS1 | Excellent
From $66,854
Compare at $106,005
GIASave 63.7%2.89ct | Round | D | VVS1 | Excellent
From $2,100
Compare at $5,779
GIASave 29.5%2.89ct | Round | E | VS1 | Excellent
From $1,521
Compare at $2,159
IGISave 63.1%2.9ct | Round | F | VS1 | Excellent
From $744
Compare at $2,018
GIA2.9ct | Round | H | VS1 | Ideal
From $43,923
Compare at $44,915
GIASave 13.9%2.9ct | Round | F | VVS1 | Excellent
From $66,033
Compare at $76,659
2.9ct | Round | E | IF | Excellent
From $75,772
Compare at $77,355
Entry pricing in this category starts around $705.
What to Know When Shopping for 2.9 Carat Round Natural Diamonds
- Always compare identical certified diamonds across retailers. Identical certificate numbers can have price differences of $89,745 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 $15,572 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.
- Round brilliants command a premium due to higher rough waste during cutting. If budget matters, consider oval or cushion shapes for similar visual size.
Frequently Asked Questions
We currently track 165 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $705 and go up to $90,450.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $25,444 with a median around $15,572.
The observed spread is roughly $89,745 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 $15,572, 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 6 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 $89,745 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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