Natural Diamond Prices – December 2024
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In this month’s analysis, we’ll unpack how the market conditions of December 2024 have impacted the Popular Diamond Shapes Chart and the trends in natural diamond pricing for January 2025.
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After several months of price stabilization, there was a notable drop across the board. One distinctive impact at PriceScope, compared to others, was the increase in sales following Black Friday. Several of our vendors promoted significant discounts, with some offering as much as 40% off.
| ROUND Diamond Price Changes For The Last 3 months | |||
| Diamond Carat Sizes | 11/1/2024 | 12/1/2024 | 1/1/2025 |
| 0.0 – 0.5 | -1 % ↓ | 1 % ↑ | -4 % ↓ |
| 0.5 – 1.0 | -2 % ↓ | 3 % ↑ | -6 % ↓ |
| 1.0 – 2.0 | -3 % ↓ | 0 % | -7 % ↓ |
| 2.0 – 3.0 | 0 % | 0 % | -7 % ↓ |
| 3.0 – 4.0 | 0 % | 1 % ↑ | -6 % ↓ |
| 4.0 – 99 | 0 % | 1 % ↑ | -8 % ↓ |
Average Price Per Carat For a Round Diamond
In January 2025, the natural diamond market for round diamonds in the 1.00–1.19 carat range experienced nuanced shifts across various clarity and color grades. These changes, detailed in our latest natural diamond price analysis, reflect the continuing complexity and dynamic fluctuations in diamond pricing.
Premium Grades
In the premium segment, D color, FL clarity diamonds experienced an increase from December’s $12,087 to January’s $12,351, showcasing a rising demand for flawless natural diamonds as the new year begins.
Interestingly, D/IF prices were higher. The D/IF grade remained steady at $13,468 from December to January, signaling sustained consumer interest in exceptionally high-quality stones.
Mid-Range Grades
The mid-range grades showed mixed trends. The price for F color, VVS2 clarity diamonds adjusted slightly from $7,467 in December to $7,517 in January, reflecting stable demand for high-quality diamonds that offer a balance between eye-clean natural diamonds and price. The G/VVS2 category decreased from $6,159 in December to $6,053 in January, perhaps indicating a slight dip in demand post-holiday season.
Lower Grades
The lower grades saw notable variations, especially in the SI clarity categories. For instance, J/SI1 decreased slightly from $2,798 in December to $2,641 in January, which might indicate a softening demand for lower-grade diamonds or a correction following a peak seasonal demand.
Market Implications
The January 2025 price trends highlight the diamond market’s response to shifting consumer demand and broader economic conditions. The rise in premium grades underscores the ongoing interest in flawless natural diamonds. On the other hand, the decline in mid-range and lower grades reflects a customary recalibration of demand following the holiday season, indicating a normalization in purchasing patterns.
Popular Diamond Shapes
When shopping for loose diamonds, it’s important to consider factors like cut quality and vendor services, such as upgrade options and return policies, which can significantly influence the price. At PriceScope, we’ve been tracking retail diamond prices since 2007, with over 1,200,000 diamonds currently in our database. Our Diamond Price Chart page, updated monthly, offers comprehensive price insights for both round and fancy-shaped diamonds. Be sure to check back for February 2025’s natural diamond price updates.
