Carat Hunter · Where to buy diamonds
Where to buy a 0.5ct natural round diamond
Every retailer in our index stocking this size and shape, 76 of them, across 1,019,110 current listings.
Updated November 2, 2026 · Independent. Zero affiliate revenue.
The market at this size and shape
Active listings
1,019,110
Retailers carrying
76
Median confirmed price
SGD 1,184
Grade combinations
36
What it actually costs
Half of these diamonds are listed between SGD 851 and SGD 1,609 (as of November 2, 2026).
Middle half listed between SGD 851 to SGD 1,609
Certificated stones with a recently confirmed price only, 214,495 of them. Each contributes its cheapest confirmed price.
The same stone, priced differently
Typical spread
86%
Typical difference
SGD 857
Stones compared
118,712
Across 118,712 stones of this size and shape carried by more than one retailer, the dearest listing sits 86% above the cheapest for the identical certificated diamond, a typical gap of SGD 857. 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 SingaporeTerms not yet verifiedVisit 77 Diamonds
- New Zealand·Founded 2006·30-day returns·Ships to SingaporeTerms read on the retailer’s own site, October 19, 2026Visit NZ Jewellers
- United States·Founded 2016·30-day returns·Ships to SingaporeTerms read on the retailer’s own site, October 19, 2026Visit Rare Carat
- Germany·Founded 2011·100-day returnsTerms not yet verifiedVisit Yorxs
- United States·21-day returns·Ships to SingaporeTerms read on the retailer’s own site, September 2, 2026Visit Carbon Sparkle
- United KingdomTerms not yet verifiedVisit MOH London
- United States·Founded 2010·30-day returns·Ships to SingaporeTerms not yet verifiedVisit Allurez
- United States·Founded 2021·30-day returns·Ships to SingaporeTerms not yet verifiedVisit Aurelinne
- United States·Founded 2002·30-day returns·Ships to SingaporeTerms not yet verifiedVisit Brilliance
- United States·Final sale: no returnsTerms read on the retailer’s own site, October 19, 2026Visit William & Sons Jewelers
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- Australia·Founded 1996·30-day returns·Ships to SingaporeTerms not yet verifiedVisit Jogia Diamonds
- Singapore·Founded 2015·30-day returns·Ships to SingaporeTerms not yet verifiedVisit Fonder Diamond
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The Perfect Carat
29,426 in stockUSTerms not yet verified - Australia·Founded 2004·14-day returns·Ships to SingaporeTerms not yet verifiedVisit MoiMoi Australia
- United Kingdom·30-day returnsTerms not yet verifiedVisit Diamond Quarter
- United Kingdom·Founded 2022·30-day returns·Ships to SingaporeTerms not yet verifiedVisit Moon Ocean
- United Kingdom·Founded 2003·60-day returns·Ships to SingaporeTerms not yet verifiedVisit Quality Diamonds UK
- Singapore·Founded 2013·14-day returns·Ships to SingaporeTerms not yet verifiedVisit Michael Trio
- United States·Founded 2004·30-day returns·Ships to SingaporeTerms read on the retailer’s own site, October 19, 2026Visit B2C Jewels
- South Africa·Founded 2005·7-day returns·Ships to SingaporeTerms read on the retailer’s own site, June 15, 2026Visit Cape Diamonds
- Hong Kong·Ships to SingaporeTerms not yet verifiedVisit Ting Diamond
- United Kingdom·Founded 2016·14-day returns·Ships to SingaporeTerms not yet verifiedVisit Sky Moon Diamonds
- United States·Founded 2016·40-day returns·Ships to SingaporeTerms not yet verifiedVisit RockHer
- AustraliaTerms not yet verifiedVisit Torres Jewel Co
- United Kingdom·Founded 2013·90-day returns·Ships to SingaporeTerms not yet verifiedVisit Taylor and Hart
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.
19 of the 25 retailers ship to Singapore. 6 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.
- 0.55ct D VVS1from $768 across 21 retailersAs of November 1, 2026
- 0.46ct D VVS1from $520 across 19 retailersAs of November 1, 2026
- 0.5ct E VVS1from $688 across 16 retailersAs of November 1, 2026
- 0.55ct E VVS1from $691 across 16 retailersAs of October 27, 2026
- 0.45ct G VS2from $432 across 17 retailersAs of November 1, 2026
- 0.45ct G VS2from $352 across 14 retailersAs of November 1, 2026
What this spec means
- Round: the most common cut, with the highest light return per carat.
- 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 118,712 identical stones carried by more than one retailer, the typical gap between the cheapest and dearest listing is 86%, about SGD 857.
Can I see retailers for one exact grade?
Yes. Each of the 36 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.