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Where to buy a 1.25ct natural cushion diamond

Every retailer in our index stocking this size and shape, 67 of them, across 15,141 live listings.

Updated September 14, 2026 · Independent. Zero affiliate revenue.

The market at this size and shape

Active listings

15,141

Retailers carrying

67

Median active price

$3,343

Grade combinations

30

Certificate mix:GIA 13,360 · IGI 207 · HRD 33

What it actually costs

Lower 10% $1,858Median $3,343Upper 10% $6,149

Middle half sell between $2,446 to $4,570

Certificated stones with a live price only, 4,838 of them. Each contributes its best available price.

The same stone, priced differently

Typical spread

40%

Typical difference

$1,124

Stones compared

3,395

Across 3,395 stones of this size and shape carried by more than one retailer, the dearest listing sits 40% above the cheapest for the identical certificated diamond, a typical gap of $1,124. 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.

Show 15 more retailers
  1. 11RockHer492 in stock
    United States·Founded 2016·40-day returns·Ships to United States
    Visit RockHer
  3. 13Adiamor385 in stock
    United States·Founded 1999·30-day returns·Ships to United States
    Visit Adiamor
  4. 14Jared372 in stock
    United States·Founded 1993·30-day returns·Ships to United States
    Visit Jared
  6. 16Zales364 in stock
    United States·Founded 1924·30-day returns·Ships to United States
    Visit Zales
  11. 21Ritani321 in stock
    United States·Founded 1999·30-day returns·Ships to United States
    Visit Ritani

Stock counts are updated daily. Founded, return window and shipping details are retailer-provided and were last verified June 15, 2026.

13 of the 25 retailers ship to United States. 12 do not.

Narrow it down by grade

Each combination below has its own page with the retailers that stock exactly that grade.

H VS21,215 · 52rI VS11,214 · 48rI VS21,154 · 45rF VS21,079 · 49rG VS2994 · 47rH VS1979 · 46rG VS1947 · 50rI VVS2792 · 43rE VS1669 · 50rE VS2634 · 49rF VS1619 · 50rG VVS2537 · 47rH VVS2488 · 49rH VVS1456 · 48rF VVS2437 · 48rD VS2410 · 46rI VVS1404 · 43rD VS1391 · 43rG VVS1371 · 45rE VVS2331 · 46rD VVS2252 · 44rE VVS1229 · 43rF VVS1180 · 42rD VVS198 · 35rH IF58 · 26rE IF58 · 33rD IF48 · 23rG IF44 · 26rI IF34 · 23rF IF12 · 10r

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

  • 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 3,395 identical stones carried by more than one retailer, the typical gap between the cheapest and dearest listing is 40%, about $1,124.

Can I see retailers for one exact grade?

Yes. Each of the 30 color 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.

Where to Buy 1.25ct Natural Cushion Diamonds | Carat Hunter