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Where to buy a 0.5ct lab-grown radiant diamond
Every retailer in our index stocking this size and shape, 47 of them, across 38,780 current listings.
Updated October 30, 2026 · Independent. Zero affiliate revenue.
The market at this size and shape
Active listings
38,780
Retailers carrying
47
Median confirmed price
A$315
Grade combinations
26
What it actually costs
Half of these diamonds are listed between A$185 and A$562 (as of October 30, 2026).
Middle half listed between A$185 to A$562
Certificated stones with a recently confirmed price only, 3,437 of them. Each contributes its cheapest confirmed price.
The same stone, priced differently
Typical spread
544%
Typical difference
A$1,268
Stones compared
2,431
Across 2,431 stones of this size and shape carried by more than one retailer, the dearest listing sits 544% above the cheapest for the identical certificated diamond, a typical gap of A$1,268. That gap is what comparing before you buy avoids.
Every retailer that stocks this spec
Ranked by active inventory count. Selection is mechanical, not editorial.
- United States·Founded 2016·30-day returns·Ships to AustraliaTerms read on the retailer’s own site, October 19, 2026Visit Rare Carat
- United States·Founded 2021·30-day returns·Ships to AustraliaTerms not yet verifiedVisit Aurelinne
- United States·Founded 2018·30-day returnsTerms not yet verifiedVisit Loose Grown Diamond
- United States·21-day returns·Ships to AustraliaTerms read on the retailer’s own site, September 2, 2026Visit Carbon Sparkle
- New Zealand·Founded 2006·30-day returns·Ships to AustraliaTerms read on the retailer’s own site, October 19, 2026Visit NZ Jewellers
- United KingdomTerms not yet verifiedVisit MOH London
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The Perfect Carat
1,865 in stockUSTerms not yet verified - United Kingdom·Founded 2005·30-day returns·Ships to AustraliaTerms not yet verifiedVisit 77 Diamonds
- United Kingdom·Founded 2013·90-day returns·Ships to AustraliaTerms not yet verifiedVisit Taylor and Hart
- United States·Founded 2004·30-day returns·Ships to AustraliaTerms read on the retailer’s own site, October 19, 2026Visit B2C Jewels
Show 15 more retailers
- United States·30-day returns·Ships to AustraliaTerms read on the retailer’s own site, September 2, 2026Visit Calavera New York
- Germany·Founded 2011·100-day returnsTerms not yet verifiedVisit Yorxs
- South Africa·Founded 2005·7-day returns·Ships to AustraliaTerms read on the retailer’s own site, June 15, 2026Visit Cape Diamonds
- United Kingdom·Founded 2004·30-day returnsTerms not yet verifiedVisit Diamond Heaven
- Australia·Founded 2019·30-day returns·Ships to AustraliaTerms not yet verifiedVisit Novita Diamonds
- United States·Founded 2019·30-day returns·Ships to AustraliaTerms not yet verifiedVisit Friendly Diamonds
- United States·Final sale: no returnsTerms read on the retailer’s own site, October 19, 2026Visit William & Sons Jewelers
- Australia·Ships to AustraliaTerms not yet verifiedVisit Aida Diamonds
- United Kingdom·Founded 2014·30-day returns·Ships to AustraliaTerms read on the retailer’s own site, June 15, 2026Visit Flawless Fine Jewelry
- United States·Founded 2005·30-day returns·Ships to AustraliaTerms not yet verifiedVisit Brilliant Earth
- Singapore·Founded 2013·14-day returns·Ships to AustraliaTerms not yet verifiedVisit Michael Trio
- United Kingdom·Founded 2010·60-day returns·Ships to AustraliaTerms not yet verifiedVisit MD Diamonds and Jewellers
- United States·Founded 1999·30-day returnsTerms not yet verifiedVisit Adiamor
- United States·Founded 2013·30-day returnsTerms not yet verifiedVisit With Clarity
- Australia·Founded 2004·14-day returns·Ships to AustraliaTerms not yet verifiedVisit MoiMoi Australia
Stock counts are updated daily. Founded and shipping details come from public sources. Return terms are our summary of each retailer's own policy page, dated per retailer above. Retailers change their terms, so check the retailer's own returns and shipping pages before you buy.
17 of the 25 retailers ship to Australia. 8 do not.
Narrow it down by grade
Each combination below has its own page with the retailers that stock exactly that grade.
Stones at this spec now
Current examples carried by more than one retailer, so the comparison is real. Prices shown in USD.
- 0.54ct D VVS1from $129 across 16 retailersAs of October 30, 2026
- 0.54ct D VVS1from $112 across 19 retailersAs of October 30, 2026
- 0.47ct D VVS2from $123 across 19 retailersAs of October 24, 2026
- 0.48ct D VVS2from $103 across 19 retailersAs of October 30, 2026
- 0.46ct D VS1from $101 across 15 retailersAs of October 30, 2026
- 0.45ct D VS1from $99 across 15 retailersAs of October 30, 2026
What this spec means
- Radiant: a rectangular brilliant cut that combines the emerald outline with round-style faceting.
- Lab-grown: chemically identical to natural diamonds, typically at least 90% less than a comparable natural cohort from 1 carat up.
Frequently asked
How much do retailers differ on the same diamond?
Across 2,431 identical stones carried by more than one retailer, the typical gap between the cheapest and dearest listing is 544%, about A$1,268.
Can I see retailers for one exact grade?
Yes. Each of the 26 colour and clarity combinations above has its own page listing the retailers that stock exactly that grade.
Does Carat Hunter earn commission from these retailers?
No. We earn zero affiliate revenue from any retailer in our index.
How fresh is this data?
Listings refresh as we re-read each retailer, most of them every day. Static facts about each retailer refresh weekly.
How is the retailer ranking calculated?
Strictly by active inventory count for this exact spec. The retailer carrying the most stones at the spec ranks first. There is no editorial input, weighting or affiliate consideration.
Why do you not show per-retailer prices on this page?
Prices vary per stone, not per store. Click through to any matched diamond and you will see every retailer's price on the exact same physical stone, which is the meaningful comparison.