Market data and performance for 1.5 carat natural diamond prices. Easily compare diamond prices and performance across all shapes and sizes. (2024)

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Market data and performance for 1.5 carat natural diamond prices. Easily compare diamond prices and performance across all shapes and sizes.? ›

1.5 carat oval diamond prices usually range from $3,540 to $21,220 with an average price of $9,433.

1.5 carat oval diamond prices usually range from $3,540 to $21,220 with an average price of $9,433.

Price per carat is a useful metric when comparing diamonds of different sizes. For example, a 1 Carat diamond with a price per carat of $4,023 would have a total price of $4,023 x 1 = $4,023. A 2 Carat diamond with a price per carat of $4,023 would have a total price of $4,023 x 2 = $8,046.

The larger the diamond, the more per carat it costs. In other words, the increase for price per carat goes up dramatically for each "magic number." For example, the difference in price between a 4-ct and a 3-ct diamond greatly exceeds the difference between a 3-ct and a 2-ct diamond.

In a general comparison, lab-grown diamonds can typically cost 80-95% less than natural, mined diamonds. This percentage difference is based on a few factors.

While a 2 carat natural diamond costs roughly twice as much as a 1.5 carat diamond costs, a 2 carat diamond looks just 10 percent larger when viewed from above.

A 1.5-carat diamond with a round cut is 7.4mm in diameter. Assuming you have the average ring size (6.5), a 1.5-carat diamond will cover 43.5% of your finger's width. Since a 1.5-carat diamond takes up almost half of the finger's width, it is certainly noticeable.

Prices also shoot up at certain carat sizes which are known in the jewellery trade as 'magic points'. These are usually carat values like 0.5ct, 1ct, 1.5ct, etc. One budget friendly tip is to 'buy shy'. In other words, look for a diamond with a carat value just under the magic point.

The average price of a 1 carat diamond is currently $4,384 (see price chart below). 1 carat diamonds can cost anywhere from $1,338 - $10,477 depending on the diamond's shape, color, clarity, and other factors. To see specific details on diamond pricing by shape see our 1 carat diamond prices table below.

Cheaper diamonds may have noticeable coloration. Clarity: This refers to the absence of inclusions and blemishes. Expensive diamonds typically have higher clarity, meaning fewer visible flaws. Cheaper diamonds often have more inclusions or blemishes visible to the naked eye or under magnification.

What size carat is considered big? ›

A big diamond is any diamond with a carat weight of 3 carats and above. A 4 carat diamond, 5 carat diamond ring, or beyond are all considered large diamond rings. VRAI can cut diamonds to order for engagement rings up to 10 carats in 30 different shapes as part of our Cut for You™ bespoke diamond experience.

You should seek the largest carat size (a.k.a. diamond weight) available within your budget. However, if exceptional sparkle is most important to you, then you should seek the highest quality diamond available within your budget.

Are diamond prices rising or falling? Over the past year, natural diamond prices have fallen by 24.13% to an average price of about $4,000 for 1 carat natural diamonds.

Jewelers can tell if a diamond is lab grown through various gemological tests. They may use equipment like a DiamondView tester, which relies on a. Additionally, many jewelers work with accredited diamond grading labs who provide documentation, such as grading reports, confirming the origin of the diamond.

All diamonds offered by Costco are natural and untreated. Colored gemstones are often enhanced in the production process. All colored gemstones offered by Costco have been enhanced unless otherwise stated.

As with a natural diamond you can expect your lab grown diamonds to significantly drop in monetary value after purchase. Some estimate that lab grown diamonds can drop to 10% of their original price or lower, while more generous estimators put them nearer to natural diamonds at 30% of the original price.

On average, the retail price for one carat diamonds can be anywhere between $2,000 to $16,000, and between $8,000 to $72,000 for two carat diamonds . And of course, the retail price and the resale value of a diamond are very different things.

The average price of a 1.8 carat diamond is currently $14,648 (see price chart below). 1.8 carat diamonds can cost anywhere from $4,811 - $34,322 depending on the diamond's shape, color, clarity, and other factors.

The average diamond size for engagement rings is around 1.0 to 1.5 carats. Therefore, a 2-carat diamond stands out significantly and offers a more pronounced appearance on the finger.

This diamond measures 1.5mm and is in a classic round brilliant cut. The depth of the diamond is 0.94mm.