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Where to buy a 1ct natural asscher diamond
Every retailer in our index stocking this size and shape, 66 of them, across 38,066 current listings.
Updated October 29, 2026 · Independent. Zero affiliate revenue.
The market at this size and shape
Active listings
38,066
Retailers carrying
66
Median confirmed price
HK$18,951
Grade combinations
33
What it actually costs
Half of these diamonds are listed between HK$14,011 and HK$25,975 (as of October 29, 2026).
Middle half listed between HK$14,011 to HK$25,975
Certificated stones with a recently confirmed price only, 4,492 of them. Each contributes its cheapest confirmed price.
The same stone, priced differently
Typical spread
83%
Typical difference
HK$14,357
Stones compared
3,309
Across 3,309 stones of this size and shape carried by more than one retailer, the dearest listing sits 83% above the cheapest for the identical certificated diamond, a typical gap of HK$14,357. 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.
- New Zealand·Founded 2006·30-day returns·Ships to Hong KongTerms read on the retailer’s own site, October 19, 2026Visit NZ Jewellers
- United States·21-day returns·Ships to Hong KongTerms read on the retailer’s own site, September 2, 2026Visit Carbon Sparkle
- United KingdomTerms not yet verifiedVisit MOH London
- United States·Founded 2016·30-day returns·Ships to Hong KongTerms read on the retailer’s own site, October 19, 2026Visit Rare Carat
- Germany·Founded 2011·100-day returnsTerms not yet verifiedVisit Yorxs
- AustraliaTerms not yet verifiedVisit Torres Jewel Co
- United Kingdom·Founded 2022·30-day returns·Ships to Hong KongTerms not yet verifiedVisit Moon Ocean
- 8
The Perfect Carat
1,254 in stockUSTerms not yet verified - United Kingdom·Founded 2005·30-day returns·Ships to Hong KongTerms not yet verifiedVisit 77 Diamonds
- United States·Founded 2016·40-day returns·Ships to Hong KongTerms not yet verifiedVisit RockHer
Show 15 more retailers
- Australia·Founded 1996·30-day returns·Ships to Hong KongTerms not yet verifiedVisit Jogia Diamonds
- United States·Founded 2021·30-day returns·Ships to Hong KongTerms not yet verifiedVisit Aurelinne
- United States·Founded 2004·30-day returns·Ships to Hong KongTerms read on the retailer’s own site, October 19, 2026Visit B2C Jewels
- United Kingdom·Founded 2014·30-day returns·Ships to Hong KongTerms read on the retailer’s own site, June 15, 2026Visit Flawless Fine Jewelry
- United States·Founded 2005·30-day returnsTerms not yet verifiedVisit Brilliant Earth
- United States·Founded 1999·30-day returns·Ships to Hong KongTerms not yet verifiedVisit Blue Nile
- United States·Founded 2002·30-day returns·Ships to Hong KongTerms not yet verifiedVisit Brilliance
- United States·Founded 2012·30-day returns·Ships to Hong KongTerms not yet verifiedVisit Diamond Wish
- United States·Founded 2010·30-day returns·Ships to Hong KongTerms not yet verifiedVisit Allurez
- South Africa·Founded 2005·7-day returns·Ships to Hong KongTerms read on the retailer’s own site, June 15, 2026Visit Cape Diamonds
- United States·Final sale: no returnsTerms read on the retailer’s own site, October 19, 2026Visit William & Sons Jewelers
- United Kingdom·30-day returnsTerms not yet verifiedVisit Diamond Quarter
- United Kingdom·Founded 2004·30-day returnsTerms not yet verifiedVisit Diamond Heaven
- United States·Founded 1999·30-day returnsTerms not yet verifiedVisit Adiamor
- 25
GemTrove
607 in stockAUTerms not yet verified
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.
15 of the 25 retailers ship to Hong Kong. 10 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.
- 1.01ct H VS1from $1,408 across 20 retailersAs of October 29, 2026
- 1.01ct H VS1from $1,472 across 12 retailersAs of October 29, 2026
- 1.01ct H VVS2from $1,523 across 22 retailersAs of October 29, 2026
- 1.01ct H VVS2from $1,498 across 21 retailersAs of October 29, 2026
- 1.01ct G VS1from $1,741 across 22 retailersAs of October 29, 2026
- 1.04ct G VS1from $2,506 across 8 retailersAs of October 29, 2026
What this spec means
- Asscher: a square step cut with cropped corners.
- 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 3,309 identical stones carried by more than one retailer, the typical gap between the cheapest and dearest listing is 83%, about HK$14,357.
Can I see retailers for one exact grade?
Yes. Each of the 33 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.