2 Carat Natural Diamond Prices Comparison
As of July 2026, the average price of a 2 carat natural diamond is $16,387.2 carat diamonds can cost anywhere from $548 to $53,352 depending on shape, color, clarity, and other factors.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are down 0.4%.Compare 16,484 verified listings across 12 retailers in the tables below.
2 Carat Natural Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 16,484 verified 2-carat natural diamonds listed across 12 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $548 to $53,352, with an average asking price of $16,387 and a median of $15,495.
The price spread of $52,804 (99.0% 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.
16,484 diamonds tracked in this segment
Price range: $548 to $53,352
Average price: $16,387
Median price: $15,495
Available across 12 retailers
Savings potential: up to 99.0%
Price Range Overview
As of Jul 13, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
16,484
$548
$16,387
$15,495
$53,352
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
2 Carat Natural Diamond Prices by Shape
Shape-level averages for this carat and type. Open each shape page for full market detail.
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IGI | 2.02ct | Pear | G | I1 | Ideal
From $1,350
Compare at $1,410
IGI | 2ct | Round | L | I1 | Excellent
From $1,530
Compare at $1,570
IGI | 2.01ct | Pear | K | I1 | Ideal
From $1,780
Compare at $1,811
IGI | 2ct | Round | L | I1 | Excellent
From $1,906
Compare at $1,940
IGI | 2.01ct | Oval | J | I1 | Very Good
From $2,143
Compare at $2,181
IGI | 2.02ct | Pear | G | I1 | Ideal
From $2,353
Compare at $2,375
IGI | 2ct | Pear | K | SI2 | Ideal
From $2,444
Compare at $2,486
Save 10.9%IGI | 2.01ct | Pear | G | I1 | Ideal
From $2,448
Compare at $2,746
IGI | 2.02ct | Oval | L | SI2 | Ideal
From $2,588
Compare at $2,814
HRD | 2.01ct | Oval | K | SI2 | Ideal
From $2,648
Compare at $2,673
IGI | 2.01ct | Emerald | L | SI2 | Very Good
From $2,651
Compare at $2,697
Save 10.1%HRD | 2ct | Pear | G | I1 | Ideal
From $2,692
Compare at $2,993
Save 10.1%IGI | 2ct | Round | K | I1 | Excellent
From $2,700
Compare at $3,003
IGI | 2.01ct | Oval | K | SI2 | Ideal
From $2,702
Compare at $2,913
Save 40.7%GIA | 2.01ct | Cushion | K | SI2 | Excellent
From $2,845
Compare at $4,798
IGI | 2.01ct | Pear | K | SI2 | Ideal
From $2,851
Compare at $3,073
GIA | 2.01ct | Heart | L | SI2 | Ideal
From $2,860
Compare at $3,084
HRD | 2ct | Heart | K | SI2 | Ideal
From $2,888
Compare at $3,113
IGI | 2.01ct | Round | L | SI2 | Ideal
From $2,890
Compare at $3,145
Save 36%GIA | 2.01ct | Round | L | SI2 | Very Good
From $2,951
Compare at $4,608
Save 40.7%GIA | 2.01ct | Emerald | L | SI1 | Excellent
From $2,987
Compare at $5,036
GIA | 2.02ct | Cushion | L | VS2 | Ideal
From $3,032
Compare at $3,191
IGI | 2.01ct | Round | L | SI2 | Ideal
From $3,033
Compare at $3,270
Save 10.1%IGI | 2.01ct | Pear | E | I1 | Ideal
From $3,052
Compare at $3,395
Save 10.1%IGI | 2.01ct | Pear | E | I1 | Ideal
From $3,052
Compare at $3,395
Save 10.1%HRD | 2.01ct | Oval | I | SI2 | Ideal
From $3,058
Compare at $3,401
Save 27.3%IGI | 2.01ct | Oval | J | SI2 | Very Good
From $3,084
Compare at $4,240
HRD | 2.01ct | Cushion | H | SI2 | Ideal
From $3,087
Compare at $3,328
HRD | 2.01ct | Oval | F | I1 | Ideal
From $3,110
Compare at $3,428
IGI | 2.01ct | Pear | K | SI2 | Very Good
From $3,135
Compare at $3,380
IGI | 2.01ct | Cushion | J | SI2 | Very Good
From $3,154
Compare at $3,401
IGI | 2.01ct | Round | K | SI2 | Ideal
From $3,167
Compare at $3,414
Save 21.2%GIA | 2.04ct | Cushion | L | SI1 | Excellent
From $3,182
Compare at $4,038
Save 22%GIA | 2ct | Asscher | L | SI1 | Excellent
From $3,220
Compare at $4,128
Save 22.3%IGI | 2.01ct | Cushion | I | SI2 | Ideal
From $3,225
Compare at $4,150
IGI | 2.01ct | Round | K | SI2 | Ideal
From $3,244
Compare at $3,467
IGI | 2.01ct | Oval | J | SI2 | Very Good
From $3,256
Compare at $3,479
Save 25.9%GIA | 2.02ct | Cushion | J | SI2 | Excellent
From $3,270
Compare at $4,410
Save 40.7%GIA | 2.01ct | Cushion | L | VS2 | Excellent
From $3,298
Compare at $5,562
Save 40.7%GIA | 2.02ct | Emerald | L | SI1 | Ideal
From $3,307
Compare at $5,576
Save 40.7%GIA | 2.01ct | Emerald | L | SI1 | Excellent
From $3,310
Compare at $5,582
IGI | 2.01ct | Oval | I | SI2 | Ideal
From $3,321
Compare at $3,583
IGI | 2.01ct | Heart | H | SI2 | Ideal
From $3,330
Compare at $3,558
Save 22%GIA | 2.01ct | Asscher | L | SI1 | Excellent
From $3,337
Compare at $4,279
HRD | 2.01ct | Pear | J | SI2 | Ideal
From $3,339
Compare at $3,569
Save 47.6%GIA | 2.01ct | Pear | L | SI2 | Excellent
From $3,342
Compare at $6,372
Save 39%GIA | 2.01ct | Cushion | K | SI1 | Ideal
From $3,346
Compare at $5,484
Save 40.7%GIA | 2.01ct | Oval | L | SI2 | Ideal
From $3,347
Compare at $5,644
Save 40.7%GIA | 2ct | Cushion | L | SI1 | Excellent
From $3,371
Compare at $5,684
IGI | 2.05ct | Pear | J | VS2 | Ideal
From $3,384
Compare at $3,385
Entry pricing in this category starts around $548.
What to Know When Shopping for 2 Carat Natural Diamonds
- Always compare identical certified diamonds across retailers. Identical certificate numbers can have price differences of $52,804 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 $15,495 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 16,484 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $548 and go up to $53,352.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $16,387 with a median around $15,495.
The observed spread is roughly $52,804 across tracked listings, which is about 99.0% 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 $16,387. The median price is $15,495, 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 12 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 $52,804 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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