Is a J color diamond too yellow?

Face up in a setting, a J stone usually reads near-colorless. From the side or next to a D–F diamond it shows a faint warm tint. Yellow or rose gold hides this well; white gold or platinum makes it more visible.

Is Very Good cut good enough?

Yes, but it is a step below Ideal. A Very Good cut still sparkles well, yet an Ideal cut in the same color and clarity typically looks brighter. Compare both in person if you can.

Is 0.90 ct. noticeably smaller than 1 ct.?

Barely. This stone measures about 6.2 mm across, close to a typical 1 ct. round at roughly 6.4 mm. Most people cannot tell the difference by eye, and the price gap is often large.

What is included with the purchase?

The loose stone comes with its GIA report and a laser inscription on the girdle matching the certificate number. It can also be set in an engagement ring setting from the same seller.

When is the best time to buy?

Loose natural diamond prices move slowly and follow the cut, color and clarity market more than seasonal sales. Watch the listing for a few weeks and compare the second store's price before buying.

Where is the 0.90 ct. J/VS2 Round Diamond cheapest?

At Mikado Diamonds, for $1,800.00, as of our latest check.

What do buyers say about the 0.90 ct. J/VS2 Round Diamond?

Buyers like: Much larger diamond for the money; Super customer service and helpful staff; Ring arrived on time and fit perfectly.

Where can I buy the 0.90 ct. J/VS2 Round Diamond?

2 stores we checked sell it, including Mikado Diamonds, Luvansh.

0.90 ct. J/VS2 Round Diamond

Best price now

$1,800.00at Mikado DiamondsObserved at 8:45 AM

Compared across 2 stores. Prices are checked against each store and labelled with when.

Visit Mikado Diamonds

Ask our agent about this product

It checks today's price at every store, compares the alternatives and answers in about a minute.

Our take on the 0.90 ct. J/VS2 Round Diamond

A 0.90 carat natural round brilliant diamond graded J color and VS2 clarity by GIA. It has excellent polish and excellent symmetry, but the cut grade is Very Good, so it gives up some brightness next to an Ideal cut. At $1,800 at Mikado Diamonds as of November 5, 2026, it sits at the low end for a near-one-carat GIA stone, with only two stores listing it new. The J color is the main trade-off: it looks near-colorless face up but shows a faint warm tint from the side.