2 Carat Round Natural Diamond Prices Comparison
As of May 2026, 2 carat round natural diamonds usually range from $558 to $53,766, with an average price of $17,711.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are up 0.8%.Compare 5,640 verified listings across 10 retailers tracked by CaratRadar.
2 Carat Round Natural Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 5,640 verified 2-carat round natural diamonds listed across 10 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $558 to $53,766, with an average asking price of $17,711 and a median of $16,420.
The price spread of $53,208 (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.
5,640 diamonds tracked in this segment
Price range: $558 to $53,766
Average price: $17,711
Median price: $16,420
Available across 10 retailers
Savings potential: up to 99.0%
Price Range Overview
As of May 29, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
5,640
$558
$17,711
$16,420
$53,766
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
Live Listings
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Save 33.1%GIA | 2.01ct | Round | L | SI2 | Very Good
From $2,951
Compare at $4,408
Save 19.5%IGI | 2ct | Round | K | SI1 | Very Good
From $3,815
Compare at $4,739
Save 33%GIA | 2ct | Round | L | SI2 | Ideal
From $4,049
Compare at $6,046
Save 15.7%GIA | 2ct | Round | L | SI2 | Ideal
From $4,050
Compare at $4,804
Save 23.1%GIA | 2.01ct | Round | L | SI2 | Ideal
From $4,069
Compare at $5,290
Save 18.1%IGI | 2ct | Round | K | SI1 | Very Good
From $4,085
Compare at $4,989
Save 18.1%IGI | 2.09ct | Round | K | SI1 | Excellent
From $4,110
Compare at $5,021
Save 20.7%IGI | 2.02ct | Round | J | SI1 | Ideal
From $4,150
Compare at $5,230
Save 23.5%GIA | 2.01ct | Round | L | SI2 | Ideal
From $4,177
Compare at $5,457
Save 31.5%IGI | 2ct | Round | K | VS2 | Very Good
From $4,260
Compare at $6,220
Save 22.6%GIA | 2ct | Round | L | SI2 | Ideal
From $4,341
Compare at $5,611
Save 22.6%GIA | 2ct | Round | L | SI2 | Ideal
From $4,341
Compare at $5,611
IGI | 2.01ct | Round | K | SI1 | Very Good
From $4,363
Compare at $4,763
Save 19.7%IGI | 2ct | Round | K | SI1 | Very Good
From $4,375
Compare at $5,449
Save 37.5%GIA | 2ct | Round | J | SI2 | Ideal
From $4,432
Compare at $7,087
Save 22.6%GIA | 2.01ct | Round | L | SI2 | Ideal
From $4,475
Compare at $5,782
Save 22.6%GIA | 2.01ct | Round | L | SI2 | Ideal
From $4,699
Compare at $6,068
Save 14.8%GIA | 2.01ct | Round | L | SI2 | Excellent
From $4,726
Compare at $5,544
Save 29.5%GIA | 2ct | Round | L | SI2 | Good
From $4,728
Compare at $6,703
Save 11.8%IGI | 2ct | Round | J | SI1 | Ideal
From $4,735
Compare at $5,367
GIA | 2.01ct | Round | L | SI1 | Very Good
From $4,776
Compare at $4,953
Save 15.4%IGI | 2.03ct | Round | J | SI1 | Excellent
From $4,810
Compare at $5,684
Save 16.8%IGI | 2.02ct | Round | K | SI1 | Excellent
From $4,885
Compare at $5,874
Save 12.2%IGI | 2.01ct | Round | K | SI1 | Excellent
From $4,905
Compare at $5,589
Save 16.8%IGI | 2ct | Round | J | SI1 | Very Good
From $4,940
Compare at $5,940
Save 30.2%GIA | 2.01ct | Round | K | SI2 | Very Good
From $4,968
Compare at $7,115
HRD | 2.01ct | Round | J | SI1 | Ideal
From $4,990
Compare at $5,134
Save 16.8%IGI | 2ct | Round | J | SI1 | Excellent
From $5,030
Compare at $6,049
Save 16.9%IGI | 2.02ct | Round | K | SI1 | Excellent
From $5,035
Compare at $6,056
GIA | 2.06ct | Round | L | SI2 | Ideal
From $5,081
Compare at $5,484
Save 35.6%GIA | 2ct | Round | L | SI1 | Ideal
From $5,088
Compare at $7,904
Save 36.8%GIA | 2ct | Round | L | SI1 | Very Good
From $5,125
Compare at $8,112
GIA | 2.01ct | Round | K | SI2 | Ideal
From $5,130
Compare at $5,498
Save 16.9%IGI | 2.01ct | Round | J | SI1 | Excellent
From $5,145
Compare at $6,188
Save 16.9%IGI | 2ct | Round | K | SI1 | Excellent
From $5,155
Compare at $6,203
Save 16.8%IGI | 2.01ct | Round | I | SI1 | Excellent
From $5,155
Compare at $6,198
Save 19.5%GIA | 2.03ct | Round | L | SI1 | Excellent
From $5,163
Compare at $6,414
Save 36.4%GIA | 2.06ct | Round | K | SI2 | Excellent
From $5,205
Compare at $8,188
GIA | 2.01ct | Round | L | SI1 | Very Good
From $5,223
Compare at $5,451
Save 16.9%IGI | 2.01ct | Round | J | SI1 | Very Good
From $5,235
Compare at $6,298
Save 24.4%IGI | 2.1ct | Round | K | VS2 | Excellent
From $5,260
Compare at $6,958
GIA | 2.01ct | Round | L | SI2 | Good
From $5,262
Compare at $5,317
Save 21.5%GIA | 2.02ct | Round | K | SI2 | Ideal
From $5,311
Compare at $6,762
Save 23.5%GIA | 2ct | Round | L | SI2 | Very Good
From $5,392
Compare at $7,044
Save 37.5%GIA | 2ct | Round | K | SI2 | Excellent
From $5,422
Compare at $8,670
GIA | 2ct | Round | K | SI2 | Very Good
From $5,435
Compare at $5,667
GIA | 2.01ct | Round | K | SI2 | Very Good
From $5,462
Compare at $5,695
Save 18.5%IGI | 2ct | Round | J | SI1 | Excellent
From $5,485
Compare at $6,728
Save 23.6%IGI | 2ct | Round | J | VS1 | Very Good
From $5,505
Compare at $7,208
HRD | 2ct | Round | J | SI1 | Very Good
From $5,510
Compare at $5,613
Entry pricing in this category starts around $558.
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 $53,208 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 $16,420 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 5,640 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $558 and go up to $53,766.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $17,711 with a median around $16,420.
The observed spread is roughly $53,208 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 $17,711. The median price is $16,420, 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 10 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 $53,208 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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