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Where to buy a 0.5ct lab-grown oval diamond
Every retailer in our index stocking this size and shape, 51 of them, across 74,645 live listings.
Updated September 16, 2026 · Independent. Zero affiliate revenue.
The market at this size and shape
Active listings
74,645
Retailers carrying
51
Median active price
HK$2,057
Grade combinations
32
What it actually costs
Middle half sell between HK$1,447 to HK$3,044
Certificated stones with a live price only, 15,651 of them. Each contributes its best available price.
The same stone, priced differently
Typical spread
134%
Typical difference
HK$2,435
Stones compared
9,821
Across 9,821 stones of this size and shape carried by more than one retailer, the dearest listing sits 134% above the cheapest for the identical certificated diamond, a typical gap of HK$2,435. 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 2018·30-day returnsVisit Loose Grown Diamond
- United States·Founded 2004·30-day returnsVisit B2C Jewels
- United Kingdom·Founded 2013·90-day returnsVisit Taylor and Hart
- Germany·Founded 2011·100-day returnsVisit Yorxs
- United Kingdom·Founded 2005·30-day returnsVisit 77 Diamonds
- United States·Founded 2016Visit Rare Carat
- South Africa·Founded 2005·7-day returnsVisit Cape Diamonds
- United States·Founded 2021·30-day returnsVisit Aurelinne
- United States·Founded 2005·30-day returnsVisit Brilliant Earth
- United States·30-day returnsVisit Calavera New York
Show 15 more retailers
- United States·Founded 2019·30-day returnsVisit Friendly Diamonds
- Australia·Founded 2019·30-day returnsVisit Novita Diamonds
- United States·Founded 2013·30-day returnsVisit With Clarity
- United Kingdom·Founded 2004·30-day returnsVisit Diamond Heaven
- United States·Founded 2010·30-day returnsVisit Allurez
- United States·Founded 1999·30-day returnsVisit Adiamor
- United StatesVisit William & Sons Jewelers
- United Kingdom·Founded 2014·30-day returnsVisit Flawless Fine Jewelry
- AustraliaVisit Aida Diamonds
- United Kingdom·Founded 2010·60-day returnsVisit MD Diamonds and Jewellers
- Hong KongVisit Ting Diamond
- Australia·3-day returnsVisit Wholesale Diamonds Direct
- United States·Founded 2013·30-day returnsVisit Reve Diamonds
- Singapore·Founded 2013·14-day returnsVisit Michael Trio
- United Kingdom·30-day returnsVisit Diamond Quarter
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
- Oval: an elongated brilliant cut that looks larger face-up than its carat weight.
- Lab-grown: chemically identical to natural diamonds, typically 60% to 80% less than a comparable natural cohort.
Frequently asked
How much do retailers differ on the same diamond?
Across 9,821 identical stones carried by more than one retailer, the typical gap between the cheapest and dearest listing is 134%, about HK$2,435.
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?
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.