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Where to buy a 1.25ct natural asscher diamond
Every retailer in our index stocking this size and shape, 61 of them, across 6,936 live listings.
Updated September 18, 2026 · Independent. Zero affiliate revenue.
The market at this size and shape
Active listings
6,936
Retailers carrying
61
Median active price
NZ$5,855
Grade combinations
29
What it actually costs
Middle half sell between NZ$4,149 to NZ$7,950
Certificated stones with a live price only, 1,031 of them. Each contributes its best available price.
The same stone, priced differently
Typical spread
46%
Typical difference
NZ$2,515
Stones compared
734
Across 734 stones of this size and shape carried by more than one retailer, the dearest listing sits 46% above the cheapest for the identical certificated diamond, a typical gap of NZ$2,515. 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 2004·30-day returnsVisit Diamond Heaven
- United States·Founded 2012·30-day returnsVisit Diamond Wish
- Germany·Founded 2011·100-day returnsVisit Yorxs
- United States·Founded 2004·30-day returnsVisit B2C Jewels
- United Kingdom·Founded 2005·30-day returnsVisit 77 Diamonds
- United States·Founded 2016Visit Rare Carat
- United States·Founded 2021·30-day returnsVisit Aurelinne
- United Kingdom·Founded 2014·30-day returnsVisit Flawless Fine Jewelry
- New Zealand·Founded 2006·30-day returnsVisit NZ Jewellers
- United Kingdom·30-day returnsVisit Diamond Quarter
Show 15 more retailers
- South Africa·Founded 2005·7-day returnsVisit Cape Diamonds
- United StatesVisit William & Sons Jewelers
- Australia·Founded 1996·30-day returnsVisit Jogia Diamonds
- United States·Founded 1924·30-day returnsVisit Zales
- United States·Founded 1993·30-day returnsVisit Jared
- United States·Founded 2010·30-day returnsVisit Allurez
- United States·Founded 2005·30-day returnsVisit Brilliant Earth
- United States·30-day returnsVisit Calavera New York
- United States·Founded 1999·30-day returnsVisit Adiamor
- United States·Founded 1999·30-day returnsVisit Blue Nile
- United States·Founded 1916·30-day returnsVisit Kay Jewelers
- United States·Founded 2016·40-day returnsVisit RockHer
- United States·Founded 1999·30-day returnsVisit Ritani
- United States·Founded 1998·30-day returnsVisit DreamStone
- United States·Founded 2002·30-day returnsVisit Brilliance
Stock counts are updated daily. Founded, return window and shipping details are retailer-provided and were last verified June 15, 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
- 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 734 identical stones carried by more than one retailer, the typical gap between the cheapest and dearest listing is 46%, about NZ$2,515.
Can I see retailers for one exact grade?
Yes. Each of the 29 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.