2 Carat Round Natural Diamond Prices Comparison
As of February 2026, 2 carat round natural diamonds usually range from $534 to $64,596, with an average price of $13,733.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are down 1.3%.Compare 2,602 verified listings across 11 retailers tracked by CaratRadar.
2 Carat Round Natural Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 2,602 verified 2-carat round natural diamonds listed across 11 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $534 to $64,596, with an average asking price of $13,733 and a median of $12,183.
The price spread of $64,062 (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.
2,602 diamonds tracked in this segment
Price range: $534 to $64,596
Average price: $13,733
Median price: $12,183
Available across 11 retailers
Savings potential: up to 99.2%
Price Range Overview
As of Feb 28, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
2,602
$534
$13,733
$12,183
$64,596
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
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IGISave 59%1.95ct | Round | E | VS2 | Ideal
From $615
Compare at $1,500
GIA1.95ct | Round | G | VVS1 | Ideal
From $22,747
Compare at $24,510
1.95ct | Round | H | VS2 | Excellent
From $18,759
Compare at $21,323
GIASave 37.6%1.95ct | Round | J | VS2 | Ideal
From $10,289
Compare at $16,481
GIA1.95ct | Round | K | SI1 | Excellent
From $10,963
Compare at $11,232
GIASave 37.3%1.95ct | Round | G | VVS1 | Excellent
From $22,451
Compare at $35,814
GIASave 15.6%1.95ct | Round | F | VVS1 | Excellent
From $27,105
Compare at $32,115
IGISave 60.3%1.95ct | Round | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $641
Compare at $1,615
GIA1.95ct | Round | K | VS2 | Excellent
From $9,653
Compare at $9,659
GIASave 37.1%1.95ct | Round | F | VS2 | Excellent
From $21,692
Compare at $34,468
GIASave 15.7%1.95ct | Round | F | VS1 | Excellent
From $20,963
Compare at $24,853
GIA1.95ct | Round | E | VVS2 | Excellent
From $24,713
Compare at $25,466
1.95ct | Round | G | SI1 | Excellent
From $13,455
Compare at $17,483
GIASave 36.8%1.95ct | Round | D | VVS1 | Excellent
From $34,331
Compare at $54,290
GIASave 43.3%1.95ct | Round | J | IF | Ideal
From $12,599
Compare at $22,218
IGISave 64%1.96ct | Round | E | VVS2 | Excellent
From $655
Compare at $1,820
IGISave 57.6%1.96ct | Round | F | VS1 | Excellent
From $619
Compare at $1,461
IGISave 65.8%1.96ct | Round | E | VVS1 | Ideal
From $1,444
Compare at $4,229
IGISave 71.6%1.96ct | Round | D | VVS2 | Ideal
From $796
Compare at $2,800
GIA1.96ct | Round | H | VS1 | Excellent
From $22,538
Compare at $23,740
GIASave 26%1.96ct | Round | K | SI1 | Excellent
From $5,613
Compare at $7,582
IGISave 48.2%1.96ct | Round | FANCY | VS1 | Ideal
From $1,471
Compare at $2,838
IGISave 72.3%1.96ct | Round | E | VVS2 | Excellent
From $892
Compare at $3,220
GIASave 22.1%1.96ct | Round | J | VS2 | Excellent
From $8,960
Compare at $11,505
IGISave 60.1%1.96ct | Round | E | VS2 | Ideal
From $600
Compare at $1,505
IGISave 58.6%1.96ct | Round | E | VS2 | Excellent
From $600
Compare at $1,450
IGISave 60.1%1.96ct | Round | E | VS2 | Ideal
From $600
Compare at $1,505
IGISave 67.3%1.96ct | Round | E | VVS2 | Ideal
From $1,099
Compare at $3,362
IGISave 57.6%1.96ct | Round | F | VS1 | Excellent
From $619
Compare at $1,461
IGISave 57.6%1.96ct | Round | F | VS1 | Excellent
From $619
Compare at $1,461
IGISave 79%1.96ct | Round | D | VVS2 | Ideal
From $731
Compare at $3,475
GIA1.96ct | Round | F | VS1 | Excellent
From $29,537
Compare at $30,853
GIASave 35.4%1.96ct | Round | E | VS1 | Excellent
From $24,162
Compare at $37,388
GIA1.96ct | Round | I | SI1 | Ideal
From $13,669
Compare at $14,367
IGISave 60%1.97ct | Round | E | VS1 | Excellent
From $631
Compare at $1,575
GIA1.97ct | Round | I | VVS1 | Excellent
From $18,375
Compare at $18,624
IGISave 72.3%1.97ct | Round | E | VVS2 | Excellent
From $896
Compare at $3,240
IGI1.97ct | Round | F | VS2 | Excellent
From $593
Compare at $644
IGISave 64.1%1.97ct | Round | E | VVS2 | Excellent
From $657
Compare at $1,830
1.97ct | Round | G | VS2 | Excellent
From $18,147
Compare at $23,068
GIASave 69.7%1.97ct | Round | D | VVS1 | Excellent
From $1,018
Compare at $3,358
GIASave 35.5%1.97ct | Round | E | VVS1 | Ideal
From $21,237
Compare at $32,929
GIASave 20.5%1.97ct | Round | F | SI2 | Very Good
From $10,539
Compare at $13,253
GIA1.97ct | Round | H | VS1 | Very Good
From $16,587
Compare at $18,357
GIA1.97ct | Round | J | VS2 | Very Good
From $18,651
Compare at $18,800
GIA1.97ct | Round | E | VVS2 | Excellent
From $29,179
Compare at $29,803
IGISave 57.7%1.97ct | Round | F | VS1 | Ideal
From $621
Compare at $1,468
IGISave 60%1.97ct | Round | E | VS1 | Excellent
From $631
Compare at $1,575
IGISave 57.9%1.97ct | Round | F | VVS2 | Excellent
From $646
Compare at $1,536
IGISave 60%1.97ct | Round | E | VS1 | Excellent
From $631
Compare at $1,575
Entry pricing in this category starts around $534.
What to Know When Shopping for 2 Carat Round Natural Diamonds
- Always compare identical certified diamonds across retailers. Identical certificate numbers can have price differences of $64,062 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 $12,183 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 2,602 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $534 and go up to $64,596.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $13,733 with a median around $12,183.
The observed spread is roughly $64,062 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 $12,183, 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 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 $64,062 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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