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Where to buy a 1ct natural cushion diamond
Every retailer in our index stocking this size and shape, 72 of them, across 79,902 current listings.
Updated October 29, 2026 · Independent. Zero affiliate revenue.
The market at this size and shape
Active listings
79,902
Retailers carrying
72
Median confirmed price
HK$18,248
Grade combinations
32
What it actually costs
Half of these diamonds are listed between HK$13,415 and HK$26,713 (as of October 29, 2026).
Middle half listed between HK$13,415 to HK$26,713
Certificated stones with a recently confirmed price only, 19,817 of them. Each contributes its cheapest confirmed price.
The same stone, priced differently
Typical spread
82%
Typical difference
HK$12,832
Stones compared
13,400
Across 13,400 stones of this size and shape carried by more than one retailer, the dearest listing sits 82% above the cheapest for the identical certificated diamond, a typical gap of HK$12,832. 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 Hong KongTerms not yet verifiedVisit 77 Diamonds
- 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
- United KingdomTerms not yet verifiedVisit MOH London
- Australia·Founded 1996·30-day returns·Ships to Hong KongTerms not yet verifiedVisit Jogia Diamonds
- AustraliaTerms not yet verifiedVisit Torres Jewel Co
- United Kingdom·Founded 2022·30-day returns·Ships to Hong KongTerms not yet verifiedVisit Moon Ocean
- United States·Founded 1999·30-day returns·Ships to Hong KongTerms not yet verifiedVisit Blue Nile
- 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 Kingdom·30-day returnsTerms not yet verifiedVisit Diamond Quarter
Show 15 more retailers
- United States·Final sale: no returnsTerms read on the retailer’s own site, October 19, 2026Visit William & Sons Jewelers
- United States·Founded 2010·30-day returns·Ships to Hong KongTerms not yet verifiedVisit Allurez
- United States·Founded 2002·30-day returns·Ships to Hong KongTerms not yet verifiedVisit Brilliance
- United States·Founded 2004·30-day returns·Ships to Hong KongTerms read on the retailer’s own site, October 19, 2026Visit B2C Jewels
- United States·Founded 2016·40-day returns·Ships to Hong KongTerms not yet verifiedVisit RockHer
- 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·Founded 2005·30-day returnsTerms not yet verifiedVisit Brilliant Earth
- United States·Founded 1999·30-day returnsTerms not yet verifiedVisit Ritani
- Australia·Founded 1986·30-day returns·Ships to Hong KongTerms not yet verifiedVisit GS Diamonds
- Australia·Founded 2004·14-day returns·Ships to Hong KongTerms not yet verifiedVisit MoiMoi Australia
- United States·Founded 1999·30-day returnsTerms not yet verifiedVisit Adiamor
- Singapore·Founded 2013·14-day returns·Ships to Hong KongTerms not yet verifiedVisit Michael Trio
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1,310 in stockAUTerms not yet verified - Singapore·Founded 2015·30-day returnsTerms not yet verifiedVisit Fonder Diamond
- United States·30-day returns·Ships to Hong KongTerms read on the retailer’s own site, September 2, 2026Visit Calavera New York
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 G VS1from $1,843 across 23 retailersAs of October 29, 2026
- 1.01ct G VS1from $1,830 across 16 retailersAs of October 29, 2026
- 1.01ct G VS2from $1,562 across 20 retailersAs of October 29, 2026
- 1.03ct G VS2from $1,754 across 17 retailersAs of October 29, 2026
- 1.04ct H VS1from $1,293 across 19 retailersAs of October 29, 2026
- 1.01ct H VS1from $1,344 across 19 retailersAs of October 29, 2026
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 13,400 identical stones carried by more than one retailer, the typical gap between the cheapest and dearest listing is 82%, about HK$12,832.
Can I see retailers for one exact grade?
Yes. Each of the 32 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.