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Where to buy a 0.5ct natural pear diamond
Every retailer in our index stocking this size and shape, 65 of them, across 143,293 current listings.
Updated November 5, 2026 · Independent. Zero affiliate revenue.
The market at this size and shape
Active listings
143,293
Retailers carrying
65
Median confirmed price
NZ$1,247
Grade combinations
33
What it actually costs
Half of these diamonds are listed between NZ$1,003 and NZ$1,716 (as of November 5, 2026).
Middle half listed between NZ$1,003 to NZ$1,716
Certificated stones with a recently confirmed price only, 25,575 of them. Each contributes its cheapest confirmed price.
The same stone, priced differently
Cheapest to dearest, median
68%
Cheapest to dearest, median in price
NZ$846
Stones compared
14,964
Across 14,964 stones of this size and shape carried by more than one retailer, the dearest listing sits 68% above the cheapest for the identical certificated diamond, a typical gap of NZ$846. 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 2016·30-day returns·Ships to New ZealandTerms read on the retailer’s own site, October 19, 2026Visit Rare Carat
- United Kingdom·Founded 2005·30-day returns·Ships to New ZealandTerms not yet verifiedVisit 77 Diamonds
- New Zealand·Founded 2006·30-day returns·Ships to New ZealandTerms read on the retailer’s own site, October 19, 2026Visit NZ Jewellers
- Australia·Founded 1996·30-day returns·Ships to New ZealandTerms not yet verifiedVisit Jogia Diamonds
- Australia·Founded 2004·14-day returns·Ships to New ZealandTerms not yet verifiedVisit MoiMoi Australia
- United States·21-day returns·Ships to New ZealandTerms read on the retailer’s own site, September 2, 2026Visit Carbon Sparkle
- United KingdomTerms not yet verifiedVisit MOH London
- Germany·Founded 2011·100-day returnsTerms not yet verifiedVisit Yorxs
- United States·Founded 2021·30-day returns·Ships to New ZealandTerms not yet verifiedVisit Aurelinne
- United States·Final sale: no returnsTerms read on the retailer’s own site, October 19, 2026Visit William & Sons Jewelers
Show 15 more retailers
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The Perfect Carat
4,545 in stockUSTerms not yet verified - United States·Founded 2010·30-day returns·Ships to New ZealandTerms not yet verifiedVisit Allurez
- Singapore·Founded 2013·14-day returns·Ships to New ZealandTerms not yet verifiedVisit Michael Trio
- Singapore·Founded 2015·30-day returnsTerms not yet verifiedVisit Fonder Diamond
- United States·Founded 2002·30-day returns·Ships to New ZealandTerms not yet verifiedVisit Brilliance
- United Kingdom·Founded 2022·30-day returns·Ships to New ZealandTerms not yet verifiedVisit Moon Ocean
- United Kingdom·Founded 2014·30-day returns·Ships to New ZealandTerms read on the retailer’s own site, June 15, 2026Visit Flawless Fine Jewelry
- AustraliaTerms not yet verifiedVisit Torres Jewel Co
- United Kingdom·Founded 2013·90-day returns·Ships to New ZealandTerms not yet verifiedVisit Taylor and Hart
- South Africa·Founded 2005·7-day returns·Ships to New ZealandTerms read on the retailer’s own site, June 15, 2026Visit Cape Diamonds
- United States·30-day returns·Ships to New ZealandTerms read on the retailer’s own site, September 2, 2026Visit Calavera New York
- United States·Founded 2004·30-day returns·Ships to New ZealandTerms read on the retailer’s own site, October 19, 2026Visit B2C Jewels
- United States·Founded 2016·40-day returns·Ships to New ZealandTerms not yet verifiedVisit RockHer
- United Kingdom·30-day returnsTerms not yet verifiedVisit Diamond Quarter
- 25
GemTrove
2,489 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.
17 of the 25 retailers ship to New Zealand. 8 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.
- 0.52ct D VS1from $597 across 15 retailersAs of November 4, 2026
- 0.55ct D VS1from $632 across 7 retailersAs of November 4, 2026
- 0.5ct D VS2from $534 across 21 retailersAs of October 30, 2026
- 0.55ct D VS2from $563 across 14 retailersAs of November 4, 2026
- 0.51ct D VVS1from $764 across 19 retailersAs of November 2, 2026
- 0.51ct D VVS1from $681 across 6 retailersAs of November 4, 2026
What this spec means
- Pear: a teardrop-shaped brilliant whose asymmetry is a feature.
- 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 14,964 identical stones carried by more than one retailer, the typical gap between the cheapest and dearest listing is 68%, about NZ$846.
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.