1.2 Carat Emerald Natural Diamond Prices Comparison
As of May 2026, 1.2 carat emerald natural diamonds usually range from $544 to $10,785, with an average price of $4,346.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are up 0.2%.Compare 1,711 verified listings across 10 retailers tracked by CaratRadar.
1.2 Carat Emerald Natural Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 1,711 verified 1.2-carat emerald natural diamonds listed across 10 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $544 to $10,785, with an average asking price of $4,346 and a median of $4,124.
The price spread of $10,241 (95.0% 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.
1,711 diamonds tracked in this segment
Price range: $544 to $10,785
Average price: $4,346
Median price: $4,124
Available across 10 retailers
Savings potential: up to 95.0%
Price Range Overview
As of May 29, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
1,711
$544
$4,346
$4,124
$10,785
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
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Save 32.5%GIA | 1.2ct | Emerald | L | VS2 | Very Good
From $1,175
Compare at $1,741
Save 32.5%GIA | 1.21ct | Emerald | K | SI1 | Ideal
From $1,216
Compare at $1,801
Save 32.5%GIA | 1.29ct | Emerald | K | SI2 | Ideal
From $1,243
Compare at $1,841
Save 32.5%GIA | 1.2ct | Emerald | J | SI2 | Very Good
From $1,244
Compare at $1,843
Save 28.3%GIA | 1.2ct | Emerald | K | VS2 | Excellent
From $1,332
Compare at $1,859
Save 32.5%GIA | 1.21ct | Emerald | K | SI1 | Ideal
From $1,415
Compare at $2,097
Save 32.5%GIA | 1.29ct | Emerald | L | VS1 | Excellent
From $1,416
Compare at $2,099
Save 32.5%GIA | 1.21ct | Emerald | K | SI1 | Excellent
From $1,460
Compare at $2,163
Save 32.5%GIA | 1.2ct | Emerald | L | VS2 | Ideal
From $1,489
Compare at $2,205
Save 32.5%GIA | 1.29ct | Emerald | J | SI2 | Ideal
From $1,493
Compare at $2,213
Save 14.4%IGI | 1.2ct | Emerald | J | VVS1 | Ideal
From $1,500
Compare at $1,752
IGI | 1.22ct | Emerald | J | VVS2 | Very Good
From $1,505
Compare at $1,661
Save 35.8%GIA | 1.2ct | Emerald | K | VS2 | Excellent
From $1,507
Compare at $2,348
IGI | 1.21ct | Emerald | K | VS2 | Very Good
From $1,512
Compare at $1,635
Save 18.7%IGI | 1.22ct | Emerald | J | VS2 | Very Good
From $1,525
Compare at $1,875
Save 17.3%IGI | 1.23ct | Emerald | K | VS1 | Very Good
From $1,530
Compare at $1,851
Save 18.9%IGI | 1.2ct | Emerald | J | VVS1 | Very Good
From $1,535
Compare at $1,893
GIA | 1.25ct | Emerald | L | VS2 | Excellent
From $1,543
Compare at $1,655
Save 15.8%IGI | 1.22ct | Emerald | K | VS1 | Very Good
From $1,545
Compare at $1,836
Save 22.1%IGI | 1.3ct | Emerald | K | VS2 | Ideal
From $1,550
Compare at $1,990
Save 26.5%GIA | 1.2ct | Emerald | K | VS2 | Very Good
From $1,557
Compare at $2,118
Save 10.4%GIA | 1.23ct | Emerald | J | SI2 | Very Good
From $1,557
Compare at $1,737
HRD | 1.2ct | Emerald | J | VS2 | Ideal
From $1,560
Compare at $1,635
IGI | 1.2ct | Emerald | K | VS1 | Very Good
From $1,560
Compare at $1,685
Save 16.7%IGI | 1.21ct | Emerald | K | VVS1 | Very Good
From $1,565
Compare at $1,879
Save 15.8%IGI | 1.21ct | Emerald | J | IF | Very Good
From $1,565
Compare at $1,859
Save 37.1%GIA | 1.2ct | Emerald | K | VS2 | Ideal
From $1,585
Compare at $2,518
Save 16.7%IGI | 1.23ct | Emerald | K | VVS1 | Very Good
From $1,590
Compare at $1,910
Save 18.7%IGI | 1.24ct | Emerald | J | IF | Very Good
From $1,600
Compare at $1,969
Save 27%GIA | 1.2ct | Emerald | K | VS2 | Very Good
From $1,610
Compare at $2,205
Save 32.5%GIA | 1.2ct | Emerald | F | SI2 | Very Good
From $1,623
Compare at $2,404
IGI | 1.21ct | Emerald | K | VVS2 | Very Good
From $1,634
Compare at $1,765
Save 32.5%GIA | 1.2ct | Emerald | K | VVS2 | Excellent
From $1,635
Compare at $2,423
Save 22.3%GIA | 1.21ct | Emerald | H | SI2 | Very Good
From $1,644
Compare at $2,117
Save 22.4%GIA | 1.2ct | Emerald | G | SI2 | Excellent
From $1,654
Compare at $2,130
Save 32.5%GIA | 1.2ct | Emerald | F | SI2 | Ideal
From $1,655
Compare at $2,452
Save 16.8%IGI | 1.21ct | Emerald | J | VS1 | Very Good
From $1,660
Compare at $1,995
Save 19.4%GIA | 1.25ct | Emerald | L | SI2 | Excellent
From $1,660
Compare at $2,059
Save 21.1%GIA | 1.21ct | Emerald | K | VS2 | Very Good
From $1,661
Compare at $2,106
Save 17.4%IGI | 1.3ct | Emerald | K | VS1 | Very Good
From $1,665
Compare at $2,017
Save 32.5%GIA | 1.2ct | Emerald | I | VS2 | Excellent
From $1,669
Compare at $2,473
Save 32.5%GIA | 1.2ct | Emerald | H | SI2 | Very Good
From $1,671
Compare at $2,475
Save 16.7%IGI | 1.22ct | Emerald | J | VS1 | Very Good
From $1,675
Compare at $2,011
Save 35.3%GIA | 1.2ct | Emerald | L | VVS2 | Ideal
From $1,683
Compare at $2,602
Save 35.3%GIA | 1.2ct | Emerald | L | VVS2 | Ideal
From $1,683
Compare at $2,602
Save 16.5%IGI | 1.21ct | Emerald | J | VVS2 | Ideal
From $1,700
Compare at $2,036
Save 17.3%IGI | 1.2ct | Emerald | K | VVS1 | Ideal
From $1,705
Compare at $2,061
Save 16.5%IGI | 1.22ct | Emerald | J | VVS2 | Very Good
From $1,715
Compare at $2,053
Save 16.5%IGI | 1.22ct | Emerald | J | VVS2 | Very Good
From $1,715
Compare at $2,053
Save 14.4%GIA | 1.2ct | Emerald | K | SI1 | Excellent
From $1,723
Compare at $2,013
Entry pricing in this category starts around $544.
What to Know When Shopping for 1.2 Carat Emerald Natural Diamonds
- Always compare identical certified diamonds across retailers. Identical certificate numbers can have price differences of $10,241 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 $4,124 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.
- Compare natural vs. lab-grown options for the same carat and shape. Lab-grown diamonds are chemically identical but often 30-50% less expensive.
- 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 1,711 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $544 and go up to $10,785.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $4,346 with a median around $4,124.
The observed spread is roughly $10,241 across tracked listings, which is about 95.0% from highest to lowest offer in this bucket.
We refresh pricing data daily so these pages stay current with market changes.
Based on completed market data, the fair market benchmark is $4,346. The median price is $4,124, so offers between the median and fair benchmark can be reasonable, while reputable listings below the median may be especially competitive.
We currently track this stone category across 10 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 $10,241 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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