0.5 Carat Emerald Lab Grown Diamond Prices Comparison
As of February 2026, 0.5 carat emerald lab grown diamonds usually range from $155 to $3,196, with an average price of $315.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are down 1.9%.Compare 1,510 verified listings across 7 retailers tracked by CaratRadar.
0.5 Carat Emerald Lab Grown Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 1,510 verified 0.5-carat emerald lab grown diamonds listed across 7 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $155 to $3,196, with an average asking price of $315 and a median of $288.
The price spread of $3,041 (95.2% from highest to lowest) highlights why comparing identical certified diamonds across multiple retailers matters. Two identical certified diamonds can differ by hundreds or even thousands of dollars depending on the retailer.
These figures are based on our latest daily market data, matched by certification lab and certificate number across retailers, so you are comparing the exact same diamond.
1,510 diamonds tracked in this segment
Price range: $155 to $3,196
Average price: $315
Median price: $288
Available across 7 retailers
Savings potential: up to 95.2%
Price Range Overview
As of Feb 28, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
1,510
$155
$315
$288
$3,196
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
Live Listings
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IGISave 87.8%0.46ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $234
Compare at $1,911
IGISave 87.8%0.46ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $234
Compare at $1,911
IGISave 87.8%0.46ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $234
Compare at $1,911
IGISave 87.9%0.46ct | Emerald | F | VVS2 | Ideal
From $234
Compare at $1,934
IGISave 58%0.46ct | Emerald | H | VS2 | Ideal
From $560
Compare at $1,333
IGISave 87.8%0.46ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $234
Compare at $1,911
IGISave 41.7%0.46ct | Emerald | D | VS1 | Very Good
From $245
Compare at $420
IGISave 14.3%0.46ct | Emerald | D | VS1 | Very Good
From $253
Compare at $295
IGISave 45.3%0.46ct | Emerald | D | VVS2 | Ideal
From $252
Compare at $461
IGISave 61.3%0.46ct | Emerald | D | VVS2 | Ideal
From $203
Compare at $525
IGISave 61.2%0.46ct | Emerald | D | VVS2 | Ideal
From $207
Compare at $533
IGISave 38.9%0.46ct | Emerald | E | VVS2 | Excellent
From $247
Compare at $404
IGISave 49.3%0.46ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $220
Compare at $434
IGI0.46ct | Emerald | D | IF | Very Good
From $437
Compare at $472
IGISave 45.4%0.46ct | Emerald | E | VVS2 | Excellent
From $248
Compare at $454
IGISave 38%0.46ct | Emerald | D | VS2 | Ideal
From $282
Compare at $455
IGISave 87.8%0.46ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $234
Compare at $1,911
IGISave 87.8%0.46ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $234
Compare at $1,911
IGISave 14.4%0.46ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | Very Good
From $228
Compare at $266
IGISave 41.2%0.46ct | Emerald | E | VVS2 | Very Good
From $247
Compare at $420
IGISave 49.3%0.46ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | Excellent
From $220
Compare at $434
IGISave 45.4%0.46ct | Emerald | E | VVS2 | Ideal
From $248
Compare at $454
IGISave 56.8%0.46ct | Emerald | D | VVS2 | Very Good
From $211
Compare at $490
IGISave 62.2%0.46ct | Emerald | D | VS1 | Good
From $191
Compare at $505
IGI0.46ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | Very Good
From $257
Compare at $276
IGISave 29.8%0.46ct | Emerald | E | IF | Very Good
From $419
Compare at $597
IGISave 48.2%0.46ct | Emerald | D | VVS2 | Very Good
From $202
Compare at $390
IGISave 59.6%0.46ct | Emerald | D | VVS2 | Ideal
From $276
Compare at $683
IGISave 56%0.46ct | Emerald | E | VS2 | Very Good
From $222
Compare at $506
IGISave 51.3%0.46ct | Emerald | D | VS1 | Ideal
From $315
Compare at $647
IGISave 44.8%0.46ct | Emerald | D | VVS1 | Ideal
From $287
Compare at $520
IGISave 51.3%0.46ct | Emerald | D | VS1 | Ideal
From $315
Compare at $647
IGISave 44.8%0.46ct | Emerald | D | VVS1 | Very Good
From $287
Compare at $520
IGISave 41.6%0.46ct | Emerald | D | VVS2 | Ideal
From $276
Compare at $473
IGISave 41.6%0.46ct | Emerald | D | VVS2 | Very Good
From $276
Compare at $473
IGISave 43.7%0.46ct | Emerald | D | VS1 | Very Good
From $273
Compare at $485
IGISave 43.7%0.46ct | Emerald | D | VS1 | Very Good
From $273
Compare at $485
IGISave 41.6%0.46ct | Emerald | D | VVS2 | Very Good
From $276
Compare at $473
IGISave 38%0.46ct | Emerald | D | VS2 | Very Good
From $282
Compare at $455
IGISave 44.8%0.46ct | Emerald | D | VVS1 | Very Good
From $287
Compare at $520
IGISave 43.7%0.46ct | Emerald | D | VS1 | Ideal
From $273
Compare at $485
IGISave 38%0.46ct | Emerald | D | VS2 | Ideal
From $282
Compare at $455
IGI0.46ct | Emerald | E | VVS1 | Good
From $293
Compare at $310
IGISave 25.5%0.46ct | Emerald | D | VVS2 | Very Good
From $278
Compare at $373
IGISave 51.3%0.46ct | Emerald | D | VS1 | Ideal
From $315
Compare at $647
IGISave 52.8%0.46ct | Emerald | D | VS1 | Very Good
From $283
Compare at $598
IGISave 51.3%0.46ct | Emerald | D | VS1 | Ideal
From $315
Compare at $647
IGISave 44.8%0.46ct | Emerald | D | VVS1 | Ideal
From $287
Compare at $520
IGISave 43.7%0.46ct | Emerald | D | VS1 | Ideal
From $273
Compare at $485
IGISave 41.6%0.46ct | Emerald | D | VVS2 | Ideal
From $276
Compare at $473
Entry pricing in this category starts around $155.
What to Know When Shopping for 0.5 Carat Emerald Lab Grown Diamonds
- Always compare identical certified diamonds across retailers. Identical certificate numbers can have price differences of $3,041 or more.
- Focus on the 4Cs that matter most to you. Color and clarity grades drive price more than cut in many segments, but cut affects sparkle the most.
- The median price of $288 is a useful benchmark. If you see a deal significantly below this, verify the retailer's reputation and return policy.
- Consider eye-clean alternatives. Moving one clarity grade down (e.g., VS2 to SI1) can save 10-15% with no visible difference to the naked eye.
- Lab-grown diamonds offer excellent value. Ensure the stone comes with a GIA or IGI certificate confirming it is laboratory-grown.
- Check shipping, insurance, and return policies. The lowest sticker price is not always the best deal once you factor in total cost of purchase.
- Emerald cuts show clarity more readily due to their step-cut facets. Consider VS2 or better clarity for this shape.
Frequently Asked Questions
We currently track 1,510 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $155 and go up to $3,196.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $315 with a median around $288.
The observed spread is roughly $3,041 across tracked listings, which is about 95.2% from highest to lowest offer in this bucket.
We refresh pricing data daily so these pages stay current with market changes.
Based on our data, the median price is $288, which represents the midpoint of the market. Anything below this figure from a reputable retailer is a solid deal.
We currently track this stone category across 7 online retailers, giving you a broad view of the competitive landscape.
For most buyers, color differences below G are hard to detect once set in a ring. Clarity grades of VS2 and above are typically eye-clean. Prioritize cut quality for maximum brilliance, then balance color and clarity based on your budget.
Retailer pricing strategies, overhead costs, and margin targets all contribute. The exact certified diamond can differ by $3,041 across sellers, which is why direct certified-diamond comparison is essential.
We match diamonds across retailers by their certification lab and certificate number. This means the prices you see are for the exact same physical diamond, not just stones with similar specs. It is a true apples-to-apples comparison.
Diamond prices fluctuate based on supply and demand. Our data refreshes regularly so you can track trends over time. Use the price range on this page as a benchmark and compare it to historical averages when available.
Diamond Terminology
- Carat
- A unit of weight for diamonds equal to 200 milligrams. Larger carat weights are exponentially rarer, which is why prices increase non-linearly with size.
- Cut
- Refers to how well a diamond's facets interact with light. Cut quality ranges from Ideal to Poor and is the single biggest factor affecting a diamond's brilliance.
- Color
- Grades a diamond's lack of color on a scale from D (colorless) to Z (light yellow). Grades D-F are considered colorless; G-J are near-colorless and offer good value.
- Clarity
- Measures the presence of internal inclusions or surface blemishes. Grades range from Flawless (FL) to Included (I3). Most inclusions in VS2 and above are invisible to the naked eye.
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