1.5 Carat Emerald Natural Diamond Prices Comparison
As of October 2026, 1.5 carat emerald natural diamonds in the 1.50–1.74 carat benchmark range usually range from $736 to $23,226, with an average price of $7,841.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are down 1.4%.Compare 4,495 verified listings across 14 retailers tracked by CaratRadar.
1.5 Carat Emerald Natural Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 4,495 verified 1.5-carat emerald natural diamonds in the 1.50–1.74 carat benchmark range, listed across 14 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $736 to $23,226, with an average asking price of $7,841 and a median of $7,479.
The price spread of $22,490 (96.8% 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 use the same benchmark range throughout the page and 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.
4,495 diamonds tracked in the 1.50–1.74 carat benchmark
Price range: $736 to $23,226
Average price: $7,841
Median price: $7,479
Available across 14 retailers
Savings potential: up to 96.8%
Price Range Overview
As of Oct 15, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
4,495
$736
$7,841
$7,479
$23,226
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
Live Listings
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Save 21%GIA | 1.5ct | Emerald | M | SI1 | Ideal
From $1,533
Compare at $1,940
Save 21.1%IGI | 1.51ct | Emerald | M | SI2 | Ideal
From $1,689
Compare at $2,140
Save 21%IGI | 1.5ct | Emerald | M | SI1 | Ideal
From $1,700
Compare at $2,152
Save 21%IGI | 1.5ct | Emerald | M | SI1 | Ideal
From $1,733
Compare at $2,195
Save 13.1%IGI | 1.5ct | Emerald | L | SI1 | Ideal
From $1,739
Compare at $2,002
Save 21%GIA | 1.51ct | Emerald | M | SI2 | Ideal
From $1,742
Compare at $2,206
Save 21.7%IGI | 1.5ct | Emerald | K | SI2 | Ideal
From $1,761
Compare at $2,250
Save 21.7%IGI | 1.5ct | Emerald | L | VS2 | Ideal
From $1,795
Compare at $2,292
Save 21.8%IGI | 1.5ct | Emerald | K | SI2 | Ideal
From $1,859
Compare at $2,376
Save 21.7%IGI | 1.5ct | Emerald | K | SI2 | Ideal
From $1,864
Compare at $2,380
Save 10.8%IGI | 1.52ct | Emerald | J | SI1 | Very Good
From $1,869
Compare at $2,095
Save 21.7%IGI | 1.52ct | Emerald | K | SI2 | Ideal
From $1,869
Compare at $2,387
Save 21.7%GIA | 1.51ct | Emerald | M | VS2 | Ideal
From $1,879
Compare at $2,400
Save 20.3%GIA | 1.51ct | Emerald | L | SI2 | Excellent
From $1,882
Compare at $2,361
Save 23.2%GIA | 1.53ct | Emerald | K | SI1 | Excellent
From $1,891
Compare at $2,461
Save 21.7%IGI | 1.5ct | Emerald | J | SI1 | Very Good
From $1,894
Compare at $2,419
Save 21.7%IGI | 1.51ct | Emerald | L | VS1 | Ideal
From $1,919
Compare at $2,451
Save 21.7%IGI | 1.51ct | Emerald | M | VVS1 | Ideal
From $1,931
Compare at $2,466
Save 21.7%IGI | 1.5ct | Emerald | K | VS2 | Ideal
From $1,953
Compare at $2,495
Save 21.7%IGI | 1.5ct | Emerald | K | SI1 | Very Good
From $1,955
Compare at $2,497
IGI | 1.5ct | Emerald | I | SI2 | Ideal
From $1,957
Compare at $1,974
Save 21.7%IGI | 1.51ct | Emerald | K | VS2 | Very Good
From $1,970
Compare at $2,517
Save 21.7%GIA | 1.5ct | Emerald | M | VS2 | Ideal
From $1,986
Compare at $2,536
Save 21.7%IGI | 1.5ct | Emerald | K | SI1 | Ideal
From $2,023
Compare at $2,585
Save 32.9%GIA | 1.5ct | Emerald | K | SI2 | Excellent
From $2,036
Compare at $3,033
Save 11.7%GIA | 1.51ct | Emerald | L | SI2 | Ideal
From $2,050
Compare at $2,321
Save 21.7%IGI | 1.5ct | Emerald | K | VS1 | Ideal
From $2,052
Compare at $2,621
Save 21.7%IGI | 1.5ct | Emerald | K | VS1 | Ideal
From $2,052
Compare at $2,621
Save 21.8%IGI | 1.5ct | Emerald | K | VVS2 | Very Good
From $2,053
Compare at $2,624
Save 21.7%GIA | 1.5ct | Emerald | M | VS1 | Ideal
From $2,058
Compare at $2,628
Save 35%GIA | 1.51ct | Emerald | L | SI1 | Excellent
From $2,060
Compare at $3,167
IGI | 1.5ct | Emerald | H | SI2 | Very Good
From $2,076
Compare at $2,094
Save 34.9%GIA | 1.5ct | Emerald | L | VS1 | Ideal
From $2,093
Compare at $3,217
Save 20.3%GIA | 1.5ct | Emerald | K | SI1 | Good
From $2,103
Compare at $2,640
Save 33.1%GIA | 1.5ct | Emerald | L | VS1 | Ideal
From $2,114
Compare at $3,161
Save 11.7%GIA | 1.5ct | Emerald | L | SI1 | Excellent
From $2,122
Compare at $2,402
Save 21.7%IGI | 1.54ct | Emerald | K | VS2 | Very Good
From $2,129
Compare at $2,720
Save 21.7%IGI | 1.5ct | Emerald | J | SI1 | Ideal
From $2,132
Compare at $2,724
Save 20.1%IGI | 1.5ct | Emerald | K | VVS2 | Very Good
From $2,146
Compare at $2,686
Save 20.1%IGI | 1.5ct | Emerald | K | VVS2 | Ideal
From $2,146
Compare at $2,686
Save 11.7%GIA | 1.5ct | Emerald | L | SI1 | Excellent
From $2,155
Compare at $2,439
Save 26.4%GIA | 1.51ct | Emerald | J | SI2 | Excellent
From $2,160
Compare at $2,933
Save 21.7%IGI | 1.53ct | Emerald | L | VVS2 | Ideal
From $2,167
Compare at $2,768
Save 35%GIA | 1.51ct | Emerald | L | SI2 | Very Good
From $2,175
Compare at $3,345
Save 21.7%GIA | 1.51ct | Emerald | M | VS2 | Ideal
From $2,178
Compare at $2,782
Save 14.2%IGI | 1.51ct | Emerald | I | I1 | Ideal
From $2,178
Compare at $2,538
Save 20.1%IGI | 1.5ct | Emerald | K | VS2 | Ideal
From $2,184
Compare at $2,734
Save 21.7%IGI | 1.51ct | Emerald | M | VVS1 | Ideal
From $2,188
Compare at $2,794
Save 21.7%IGI | 1.5ct | Emerald | J | SI2 | Ideal
From $2,189
Compare at $2,796
Save 21.7%IGI | 1.5ct | Emerald | J | SI1 | Very Good
From $2,189
Compare at $2,796
Entry pricing in this benchmark range starts around $736.
What to Know When Shopping for 1.5 Carat Emerald Natural Diamonds
- Always compare identical certified diamonds across retailers. Identical certificate numbers can have price differences of $22,490 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 $7,479 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 4,495 comparable stones in the 1.50–1.74 carat benchmark range. Prices start around $736 and go up to $23,226.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $7,841 with a median around $7,479.
The observed spread is roughly $22,490 across tracked listings, which is about 96.8% from highest to lowest offer in the 1.50–1.74 carat benchmark range.
We refresh pricing data daily so these pages stay current with market changes.
Based on completed market data, the fair market benchmark is $7,841. The median price is $7,479, 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 14 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 $22,490 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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