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Where to buy a 0.5ct natural cushion diamond
Every retailer in our index stocking this size and shape, 59 of them, across 31,015 live listings.
Updated September 20, 2026 · Independent. Zero affiliate revenue.
The market at this size and shape
Active listings
31,015
Retailers carrying
59
Median active price
HK$6,006
Grade combinations
33
What it actually costs
Middle half sell between HK$4,048 to HK$9,147
Certificated stones with a live price only, 9,148 of them. Each contributes its best available price.
The same stone, priced differently
Typical spread
66%
Typical difference
HK$4,440
Stones compared
5,001
Across 5,001 stones of this size and shape carried by more than one retailer, the dearest listing sits 66% above the cheapest for the identical certificated diamond, a typical gap of HK$4,440. 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 2016Visit Rare Carat
- United Kingdom·30-day returnsVisit Diamond Quarter
- United Kingdom·Founded 2005·30-day returnsVisit 77 Diamonds
- Germany·Founded 2011·100-day returnsVisit Yorxs
- United Kingdom·Founded 2004·30-day returnsVisit Diamond Heaven
- United StatesVisit William & Sons Jewelers
- Australia·Founded 1996·30-day returnsVisit Jogia Diamonds
- United States·Founded 1995·10-day returnsVisit Diamonds Direct
- South Africa·Founded 2005·7-day returnsVisit Cape Diamonds
- Singapore·Founded 2015·30-day returnsVisit Fonder Diamond
Show 15 more retailers
- United States·Founded 2004·30-day returnsVisit B2C Jewels
- United States·Founded 1999·30-day returnsVisit Ritani
- Malaysia·Founded 2015Visit ZCOVA
- United Kingdom·Founded 2014·30-day returnsVisit Flawless Fine Jewelry
- United States·Founded 2010·30-day returnsVisit Allurez
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803 in stockUnited Kingdom - United Kingdom·Founded 2022·30-day returnsVisit Moon Ocean
- Singapore·Founded 2013·14-day returnsVisit Michael Trio
- United States·Founded 2012·30-day returnsVisit Diamond Wish
- United States·Founded 2016·40-day returnsVisit RockHer
- United States·Founded 1993·30-day returnsVisit Jared
- United States·Founded 1924·30-day returnsVisit Zales
- United States·Founded 2014·60-day returnsVisit Do Amore Diamonds
- United States·Founded 2002·30-day returnsVisit Brilliance
- United States·Founded 2013·30-day returnsVisit Reve Diamonds
Stock counts are updated daily. Founded, return window and shipping details are retailer-provided and were last verified September 2, 2026.
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
Live examples carried by more than one retailer, so the comparison is real. Prices shown in USD.
What this spec means
- Cushion: a softened-corner square or rectangle with a vintage feel.
- 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 5,001 identical stones carried by more than one retailer, the typical gap between the cheapest and dearest listing is 66%, about HK$4,440.
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?
Live listings refresh daily. 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.