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Where to buy a 0.5ct natural princess diamond
Every retailer in our index stocking this size and shape, 65 of them, across 36,650 current listings.
Updated October 31, 2026 · Independent. Zero affiliate revenue.
The market at this size and shape
Active listings
36,650
Retailers carrying
65
Median confirmed price
€582
Grade combinations
32
What it actually costs
Half of these diamonds are listed between €458 and €817 (as of October 31, 2026).
Middle half listed between €458 to €817
Certificated stones with a recently confirmed price only, 8,802 of them. Each contributes its cheapest confirmed price.
The same stone, priced differently
Typical spread
26%
Typical difference
€117
Stones compared
5,134
Across 5,134 stones of this size and shape carried by more than one retailer, the dearest listing sits 26% above the cheapest for the identical certificated diamond, a typical gap of €117. 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 European UnionTerms read on the retailer’s own site, October 19, 2026Visit Rare Carat
- United Kingdom·Founded 2005·30-day returns·Ships to European UnionTerms not yet verifiedVisit 77 Diamonds
- United Kingdom·30-day returnsTerms not yet verifiedVisit Diamond Quarter
- Australia·Founded 2004·14-day returns·Ships to European UnionTerms not yet verifiedVisit MoiMoi Australia
- Australia·Founded 1996·30-day returns·Ships to European UnionTerms not yet verifiedVisit Jogia Diamonds
- Singapore·Founded 2013·14-day returns·Ships to European UnionTerms not yet verifiedVisit Michael Trio
- United States·Founded 2010·30-day returns·Ships to European UnionTerms not yet verifiedVisit Allurez
- Singapore·Founded 2015·30-day returnsTerms not yet verifiedVisit Fonder Diamond
- New Zealand·Founded 2006·30-day returns·Ships to European UnionTerms read on the retailer’s own site, October 19, 2026Visit NZ Jewellers
- Germany·Founded 2011·100-day returns·Ships to European UnionTerms not yet verifiedVisit Yorxs
Show 15 more retailers
- United KingdomTerms not yet verifiedVisit MOH London
- United States·Final sale: no returnsTerms read on the retailer’s own site, October 19, 2026Visit William & Sons Jewelers
- United States·21-day returns·Ships to European UnionTerms read on the retailer’s own site, September 2, 2026Visit Carbon Sparkle
- United Kingdom·Founded 2004·30-day returnsTerms not yet verifiedVisit Diamond Heaven
- AustraliaTerms not yet verifiedVisit Torres Jewel Co
- United States·Founded 2004·30-day returns·Ships to European UnionTerms read on the retailer’s own site, October 19, 2026Visit B2C Jewels
- United States·Founded 2002·30-day returns·Ships to European UnionTerms not yet verifiedVisit Brilliance
- United States·Founded 2021·30-day returns·Ships to European UnionTerms not yet verifiedVisit Aurelinne
- United Kingdom·Founded 2022·30-day returns·Ships to European UnionTerms not yet verifiedVisit Moon Ocean
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The Perfect Carat
646 in stockUSTerms not yet verified - South Africa·Founded 2005·7-day returns·Ships to European UnionTerms read on the retailer’s own site, June 15, 2026Visit Cape Diamonds
- United States·Founded 2012·30-day returns·Ships to European UnionTerms not yet verifiedVisit Diamond Wish
- United Kingdom·Founded 2013·90-day returns·Ships to European UnionTerms not yet verifiedVisit Taylor and Hart
- United States·Founded 1999·30-day returnsTerms not yet verifiedVisit Ritani
- United Kingdom·Founded 2014·30-day returns·Ships to European UnionTerms read on the retailer’s own site, June 15, 2026Visit Flawless Fine Jewelry
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 European Union. 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.
- 0.45ct E VS1from $456 across 15 retailersAs of October 31, 2026
- 0.5ct E VS1from $588 across 23 retailersAs of October 29, 2026
- 0.5ct E VS2from $550 across 18 retailersAs of October 30, 2026
- 0.5ct E VS2from $696 across 13 retailersAs of October 31, 2026
- 0.52ct F VS2from $377 across 9 retailersAs of October 29, 2026
- 0.48ct F VS2from $505 across 9 retailersAs of October 31, 2026
What this spec means
- Princess: a square brilliant cut, second only to round in popularity.
- 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 5,134 identical stones carried by more than one retailer, the typical gap between the cheapest and dearest listing is 26%, about €117.
Can I see retailers for one exact grade?
Yes. Each of the 32 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.