2 Carat Natural Diamond Prices Comparison
As of May 2026, the average price of a 2 carat natural diamond is $16,558.2 carat diamonds can cost anywhere from $548 to $53,852 depending on shape, color, clarity, and other factors.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are up 0.7%.Compare 19,462 verified listings across 11 retailers in the tables below.
2 Carat Natural Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 19,462 verified 2-carat natural diamonds listed across 11 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $548 to $53,852, with an average asking price of $16,558 and a median of $15,674.
The price spread of $53,304 (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.
19,462 diamonds tracked in this segment
Price range: $548 to $53,852
Average price: $16,558
Median price: $15,674
Available across 11 retailers
Savings potential: up to 99.0%
Price Range Overview
As of May 29, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
19,462
$548
$16,558
$15,674
$53,852
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.
Live Listings
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Save 38.5%GIA | 2.01ct | Cushion | L | SI2 | Excellent
From $2,411
Compare at $3,922
Save 39.6%GIA | 2ct | Pear | K | SI2 | Ideal
From $2,585
Compare at $4,279
Save 39.6%GIA | 2ct | Cushion | K | SI1 | Ideal
From $2,871
Compare at $4,753
Save 40.2%GIA | 2.01ct | Cushion | K | SI2 | Good
From $2,949
Compare at $4,932
Save 33.1%GIA | 2.01ct | Round | L | SI2 | Very Good
From $2,951
Compare at $4,408
Save 19%GIA | 2.01ct | Cushion | K | SI2 | Excellent
From $2,992
Compare at $3,695
Save 19%GIA | 2.01ct | Heart | L | SI2 | Ideal
From $3,054
Compare at $3,770
Save 24.2%IGI | 2ct | Princess | K | VS1 | Very Good
From $3,120
Compare at $4,114
Save 36.7%GIA | 2.01ct | Cushion | L | VS2 | Very Good
From $3,175
Compare at $5,017
Save 36.7%GIA | 2ct | Asscher | L | SI1 | Excellent
From $3,220
Compare at $5,087
Save 40.8%GIA | 2ct | Emerald | L | SI2 | Excellent
From $3,220
Compare at $5,439
Save 36.7%GIA | 2ct | Cushion | L | SI1 | Excellent
From $3,220
Compare at $5,087
Save 21.8%IGI | 2.01ct | Asscher | K | VS1 | Very Good
From $3,323
Compare at $4,251
GIA | 2.02ct | Cushion | L | VS2 | Ideal
From $3,324
Compare at $3,645
Save 36.7%GIA | 2.01ct | Asscher | L | SI1 | Excellent
From $3,337
Compare at $5,272
Save 21.8%IGI | 2.02ct | Asscher | K | VS1 | Very Good
From $3,340
Compare at $4,272
Save 36.7%GIA | 2ct | Emerald | L | SI2 | Excellent
From $3,358
Compare at $5,304
GIA | 2.05ct | Heart | L | SI2 | Very Good
From $3,370
Compare at $3,652
Save 19.2%IGI | 2.02ct | Asscher | K | VS2 | Very Good
From $3,398
Compare at $4,207
Save 40.8%GIA | 2.01ct | Emerald | L | SI1 | Excellent
From $3,402
Compare at $5,747
Save 22.1%GIA | 2.01ct | Emerald | L | SI2 | Excellent
From $3,444
Compare at $4,424
Save 40.8%GIA | 2.01ct | Cushion | J | SI2 | Ideal
From $3,453
Compare at $5,834
Save 39%GIA | 2.01ct | Cushion | K | VS2 | Excellent
From $3,456
Compare at $5,664
Save 28.5%GIA | 2.04ct | Cushion | L | SI1 | Excellent
From $3,490
Compare at $4,881
Save 40.8%GIA | 2.01ct | Emerald | L | SI1 | Excellent
From $3,499
Compare at $5,911
Save 40.2%GIA | 2.02ct | Emerald | L | SI1 | Ideal
From $3,549
Compare at $5,934
Save 19.7%IGI | 2.01ct | Emerald | K | SI1 | Very Good
From $3,555
Compare at $4,428
Save 14.1%IGI | 2.01ct | Oval | K | SI1 | Ideal
From $3,565
Compare at $4,151
Save 23.1%IGI | 2.01ct | Princess | K | VVS2 | Very Good
From $3,585
Compare at $4,664
Save 19.7%IGI | 2.04ct | Princess | K | VS1 | Very Good
From $3,620
Compare at $4,509
Save 39%GIA | 2.02ct | Cushion | L | VVS1 | Good
From $3,628
Compare at $5,947
Save 22.6%HRD | 2ct | Oval | J | SI2 | Ideal
From $3,668
Compare at $4,740
Save 13.7%IGI | 2.01ct | Asscher | K | VS1 | Very Good
From $3,672
Compare at $4,255
Save 29.6%GIA | 2.01ct | Cushion | L | SI1 | Excellent
From $3,683
Compare at $5,229
Save 19.7%IGI | 2ct | Oval | K | SI1 | Very Good
From $3,685
Compare at $4,588
Save 31.6%GIA | 2ct | Oval | L | SI2 | Ideal
From $3,686
Compare at $5,387
Save 24%GIA | 2.02ct | Cushion | K | SI2 | Excellent
From $3,700
Compare at $4,870
Save 19.6%IGI | 2.01ct | Pear | K | SI1 | Very Good
From $3,705
Compare at $4,611
Save 39.6%GIA | 2.01ct | Cushion | K | SI1 | Good
From $3,708
Compare at $6,140
Save 18.4%GIA | 2.02ct | Heart | L | SI2 | Very Good
From $3,726
Compare at $4,564
Save 19.7%IGI | 2ct | Pear | K | VS2 | Very Good
From $3,730
Compare at $4,644
GIA | 2.01ct | Cushion | K | VVS2 | Good
From $3,761
Compare at $4,149
Save 18.4%GIA | 2.01ct | Heart | K | SI2 | Very Good
From $3,772
Compare at $4,621
Save 22%IGI | 2ct | Cushion | G | SI2 | Ideal
From $3,774
Compare at $4,840
Save 40.2%GIA | 2ct | Pear | L | SI2 | Ideal
From $3,776
Compare at $6,315
Save 48.9%GIA | 2ct | Cushion | K | VS1 | Very Good
From $3,780
Compare at $7,401
Save 22%IGI | 2ct | Cushion | H | SI2 | Excellent
From $3,784
Compare at $4,850
Save 24.2%IGI | 2.03ct | Princess | K | VVS2 | Very Good
From $3,785
Compare at $4,991
Save 40.8%GIA | 2ct | Cushion | L | SI1 | Excellent
From $3,786
Compare at $6,396
Save 31.6%GIA | 2ct | Cushion | L | VVS2 | Excellent
From $3,810
Compare at $5,567
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 $53,304 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 $15,674 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 19,462 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $548 and go up to $53,852.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $16,558 with a median around $15,674.
The observed spread is roughly $53,304 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 $16,558. The median price is $15,674, 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 11 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 $53,304 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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