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Where to buy a 0.5ct natural round diamond
Every retailer in our index stocking this size and shape, 74 of them, across 996,176 current listings.
Updated October 29, 2026 · Independent. Zero affiliate revenue.
The market at this size and shape
Active listings
996,176
Retailers carrying
74
Median confirmed price
CA$1,311
Grade combinations
36
What it actually costs
Half of these diamonds are listed between CA$939 and CA$1,780 (as of October 29, 2026).
Middle half listed between CA$939 to CA$1,780
Certificated stones with a recently confirmed price only, 211,933 of them. Each contributes its cheapest confirmed price.
The same stone, priced differently
Typical spread
84%
Typical difference
CA$917
Stones compared
116,116
Across 116,116 stones of this size and shape carried by more than one retailer, the dearest listing sits 84% above the cheapest for the identical certificated diamond, a typical gap of CA$917. 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 Kingdom·Founded 2005·30-day returns·Ships to CanadaTerms not yet verifiedVisit 77 Diamonds
- New Zealand·Founded 2006·30-day returns·Ships to CanadaTerms read on the retailer’s own site, October 19, 2026Visit NZ Jewellers
- United States·Founded 2016·30-day returns·Ships to CanadaTerms read on the retailer’s own site, October 19, 2026Visit Rare Carat
- Germany·Founded 2011·100-day returnsTerms not yet verifiedVisit Yorxs
- United States·21-day returns·Ships to CanadaTerms read on the retailer’s own site, September 2, 2026Visit Carbon Sparkle
- United States·Founded 2021·30-day returns·Ships to CanadaTerms not yet verifiedVisit Aurelinne
- United States·Founded 2010·30-day returns·Ships to CanadaTerms not yet verifiedVisit Allurez
- United KingdomTerms not yet verifiedVisit MOH London
- United States·Founded 2002·30-day returns·Ships to CanadaTerms not yet verifiedVisit Brilliance
- United States·Final sale: no returns·Ships to CanadaTerms read on the retailer’s own site, October 19, 2026Visit William & Sons Jewelers
Show 15 more retailers
- Singapore·Founded 2015·30-day returnsTerms not yet verifiedVisit Fonder Diamond
- Australia·Founded 1996·30-day returns·Ships to CanadaTerms not yet verifiedVisit Jogia Diamonds
- United Kingdom·Founded 2022·30-day returns·Ships to CanadaTerms not yet verifiedVisit Moon Ocean
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The Perfect Carat
29,614 in stockUSTerms not yet verified - United Kingdom·30-day returnsTerms not yet verifiedVisit Diamond Quarter
- Australia·Founded 2004·14-day returns·Ships to CanadaTerms not yet verifiedVisit MoiMoi Australia
- United Kingdom·Founded 2003·60-day returns·Ships to CanadaTerms not yet verifiedVisit Quality Diamonds UK
- Singapore·Founded 2013·14-day returns·Ships to CanadaTerms not yet verifiedVisit Michael Trio
- South Africa·Founded 2005·7-day returns·Ships to CanadaTerms read on the retailer’s own site, June 15, 2026Visit Cape Diamonds
- United States·Founded 2004·30-day returns·Ships to CanadaTerms read on the retailer’s own site, October 19, 2026Visit B2C Jewels
- Hong Kong·Ships to CanadaTerms not yet verifiedVisit Ting Diamond
- AustraliaTerms not yet verifiedVisit Torres Jewel Co
- United Kingdom·Founded 2014·30-day returns·Ships to CanadaTerms read on the retailer’s own site, June 15, 2026Visit Flawless Fine Jewelry
- United States·Founded 2016·40-day returns·Ships to CanadaTerms not yet verifiedVisit RockHer
- United Kingdom·Founded 2013·90-day returns·Ships to CanadaTerms not yet verifiedVisit Taylor and Hart
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.
19 of the 25 retailers ship to Canada. 6 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.
- 0.46ct D VVS1from $522 across 19 retailersAs of October 28, 2026
- 0.47ct D VVS1from $576 across 18 retailersAs of October 27, 2026
- 0.55ct E VVS1from $691 across 18 retailersAs of October 27, 2026
- 0.55ct E VVS1from $853 across 7 retailersAs of October 28, 2026
- 0.52ct D VVS2from $755 across 12 retailersAs of October 27, 2026
- 0.55ct D VVS2from $845 across 23 retailersAs of October 27, 2026
What this spec means
- Round: the most common cut, with the highest light return per carat.
- Natural: mined diamonds with the certification, provenance and resale profile traditional buyers expect.
Frequently asked
How much do retailers differ on the same diamond?
Across 116,116 identical stones carried by more than one retailer, the typical gap between the cheapest and dearest listing is 84%, about CA$917.
Can I see retailers for one exact grade?
Yes. Each of the 36 color 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.