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Where to buy a 1ct natural oval diamond
Every retailer in our index stocking this size and shape, 75 of them, across 117,061 current listings.
Updated October 28, 2026 · Independent. Zero affiliate revenue.
The market at this size and shape
Active listings
117,061
Retailers carrying
75
Median confirmed price
$2,693
Grade combinations
34
What it actually costs
Half of these diamonds are listed between $1,903 and $3,733 (as of October 28, 2026).
Middle half listed between $1,903 to $3,733
Certificated stones with a recently confirmed price only, 21,679 of them. Each contributes its cheapest confirmed price.
The same stone, priced differently
Typical spread
84%
Typical difference
$2,170
Stones compared
14,735
Across 14,735 stones of this size and shape carried by more than one retailer, the dearest listing sits 84% above the cheapest for the identical certificated diamond, a typical gap of $2,170. 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.
- New Zealand·Founded 2006·30-day returns·Ships to United StatesTerms read on the retailer’s own site, October 19, 2026Visit NZ Jewellers
- United States·21-day returns·Ships to United StatesTerms read on the retailer’s own site, September 2, 2026Visit Carbon Sparkle
- United States·Founded 2021·30-day returns·Ships to United StatesTerms not yet verifiedVisit Aurelinne
- United States·Founded 2016·30-day returns·Ships to United StatesTerms read on the retailer’s own site, October 19, 2026Visit Rare Carat
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4,912 in stockUSTerms not yet verified - United Kingdom·Founded 2005·30-day returns·Ships to United StatesTerms not yet verifiedVisit 77 Diamonds
- United KingdomTerms not yet verifiedVisit MOH London
- United Kingdom·Founded 2022·30-day returns·Ships to United StatesTerms not yet verifiedVisit Moon Ocean
- Australia·Founded 1996·30-day returns·Ships to United StatesTerms not yet verifiedVisit Jogia Diamonds
- AustraliaTerms not yet verifiedVisit Torres Jewel Co
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- Germany·Founded 2011·100-day returnsTerms not yet verifiedVisit Yorxs
- United States·Founded 2002·30-day returns·Ships to United StatesTerms not yet verifiedVisit Brilliance
- United States·Founded 1999·30-day returns·Ships to United StatesTerms not yet verifiedVisit Blue Nile
- United States·Founded 2016·40-day returns·Ships to United StatesTerms not yet verifiedVisit RockHer
- United Kingdom·Founded 2014·30-day returns·Ships to United StatesTerms read on the retailer’s own site, June 15, 2026Visit Flawless Fine Jewelry
- United States·Final sale: no returns·Ships to United StatesTerms read on the retailer’s own site, October 19, 2026Visit William & Sons Jewelers
- United States·Founded 2005·30-day returns·Ships to United StatesTerms not yet verifiedVisit Brilliant Earth
- United States·30-day returns·Ships to United StatesTerms read on the retailer’s own site, September 2, 2026Visit Calavera New York
- United States·Founded 2004·30-day returns·Ships to United StatesTerms read on the retailer’s own site, October 19, 2026Visit B2C Jewels
- Australia·Founded 1986·30-day returns·Ships to United StatesTerms not yet verifiedVisit GS Diamonds
- South Africa·Founded 2005·7-day returns·Ships to United StatesTerms read on the retailer’s own site, June 15, 2026Visit Cape Diamonds
- United States·Founded 2010·30-day returns·Ships to United StatesTerms not yet verifiedVisit Allurez
- United Kingdom·Founded 2013·90-day returns·Ships to United StatesTerms not yet verifiedVisit Taylor and Hart
- Singapore·Founded 2013·14-day returns·Ships to United StatesTerms not yet verifiedVisit Michael Trio
- United States·Founded 1999·30-day returns·Ships to United StatesTerms not yet verifiedVisit Ritani
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.
21 of the 25 retailers ship to United States. 4 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.
- 1.01ct D VS1from $3,494 across 26 retailersAs of October 28, 2026
- 1ct D VS1from $3,457 across 9 retailersAs of October 27, 2026
- 1.02ct D VS2from $2,995 across 21 retailersAs of October 24, 2026
- 1.01ct D VS2from $2,842 across 20 retailersAs of October 28, 2026
- 1.01ct G VS2from $2,419 across 13 retailersAs of October 25, 2026
- 1.01ct G VS2from $2,303 across 11 retailersAs of October 22, 2026
What this spec means
- Oval: an elongated brilliant cut that looks larger face-up than its carat weight.
- 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 14,735 identical stones carried by more than one retailer, the typical gap between the cheapest and dearest listing is 84%, about $2,170.
Can I see retailers for one exact grade?
Yes. Each of the 34 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?
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.