1.5 Carat Emerald Natural Diamond Prices Comparison
As of May 2026, 1.5 carat emerald natural diamonds usually range from $736 to $18,632, with an average price of $7,769.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are up 0.5%.Compare 3,651 verified listings across 10 retailers tracked by CaratRadar.
1.5 Carat Emerald Natural Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 3,651 verified 1.5-carat emerald natural diamonds listed across 10 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $736 to $18,632, with an average asking price of $7,769 and a median of $7,440.
The price spread of $17,896 (96.1% 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.
3,651 diamonds tracked in this segment
Price range: $736 to $18,632
Average price: $7,769
Median price: $7,440
Available across 10 retailers
Savings potential: up to 96.1%
Price Range Overview
As of May 29, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
3,651
$736
$7,769
$7,440
$18,632
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
Live Listings
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Save 22.1%IGI | 1.5ct | Emerald | K | SI1 | Very Good
From $1,655
Compare at $2,126
Save 22.2%IGI | 1.51ct | Emerald | K | SI1 | Very Good
From $1,665
Compare at $2,140
Save 20.3%IGI | 1.5ct | Emerald | K | SI1 | Very Good
From $1,680
Compare at $2,109
Save 20.9%IGI | 1.5ct | Emerald | K | SI1 | Very Good
From $1,730
Compare at $2,188
Save 21%IGI | 1.51ct | Emerald | K | SI1 | Ideal
From $1,740
Compare at $2,202
Save 32.5%GIA | 1.5ct | Emerald | K | SI2 | Excellent
From $1,899
Compare at $2,814
Save 24%IGI | 1.51ct | Emerald | K | VVS2 | Very Good
From $1,900
Compare at $2,501
Save 20.5%IGI | 1.51ct | Emerald | K | VS1 | Very Good
From $1,900
Compare at $2,390
Save 25.2%IGI | 1.52ct | Emerald | K | VVS2 | Very Good
From $1,910
Compare at $2,554
Save 20.3%IGI | 1.53ct | Emerald | K | VS2 | Very Good
From $1,920
Compare at $2,410
Save 20.3%IGI | 1.53ct | Emerald | K | VS2 | Ideal
From $1,920
Compare at $2,410
Save 21.7%IGI | 1.5ct | Emerald | K | VS2 | Ideal
From $1,955
Compare at $2,496
Save 20.3%IGI | 1.5ct | Emerald | K | VS1 | Very Good
From $1,975
Compare at $2,478
Save 20.3%IGI | 1.5ct | Emerald | K | VS1 | Ideal
From $1,975
Compare at $2,478
Save 20.3%IGI | 1.5ct | Emerald | K | VS1 | Ideal
From $1,975
Compare at $2,478
Save 20.3%IGI | 1.5ct | Emerald | K | VS1 | Very Good
From $1,975
Compare at $2,478
Save 25.2%IGI | 1.51ct | Emerald | K | VVS1 | Very Good
From $1,980
Compare at $2,649
Save 24.9%IGI | 1.51ct | Emerald | K | VS1 | Ideal
From $1,985
Compare at $2,644
Save 20.4%IGI | 1.51ct | Emerald | K | VS1 | Ideal
From $1,985
Compare at $2,494
Save 25.2%IGI | 1.52ct | Emerald | K | VVS1 | Very Good
From $1,995
Compare at $2,666
Save 25.1%IGI | 1.51ct | Emerald | J | SI1 | Very Good
From $2,025
Compare at $2,705
Save 20.9%IGI | 1.5ct | Emerald | K | SI1 | Very Good
From $2,040
Compare at $2,578
Save 21.6%IGI | 1.5ct | Emerald | K | VS1 | Ideal
From $2,055
Compare at $2,622
Save 21.7%IGI | 1.5ct | Emerald | K | SI1 | Ideal
From $2,055
Compare at $2,626
Save 20.4%IGI | 1.5ct | Emerald | K | VVS2 | Very Good
From $2,065
Compare at $2,594
Save 20.4%IGI | 1.5ct | Emerald | K | VVS2 | Very Good
From $2,065
Compare at $2,594
Save 20.4%IGI | 1.5ct | Emerald | K | VVS2 | Ideal
From $2,065
Compare at $2,594
Save 14.5%GIA | 1.52ct | Emerald | L | VS2 | Excellent
From $2,072
Compare at $2,424
Save 32.5%GIA | 1.51ct | Emerald | K | SI2 | Very Good
From $2,087
Compare at $3,091
Save 14.5%GIA | 1.51ct | Emerald | L | VS2 | Excellent
From $2,135
Compare at $2,497
Save 32.5%GIA | 1.51ct | Emerald | K | SI2 | Excellent
From $2,171
Compare at $3,216
IGI | 1.51ct | Emerald | K | VS2 | Very Good
From $2,181
Compare at $2,315
IGI | 1.51ct | Emerald | K | VS2 | Ideal
From $2,181
Compare at $2,315
IGI | 1.51ct | Emerald | K | VS1 | Very Good
From $2,183
Compare at $2,320
Save 14%IGI | 1.5ct | Emerald | J | SI1 | Very Good
From $2,190
Compare at $2,546
Save 23.9%IGI | 1.5ct | Emerald | J | VS1 | Very Good
From $2,190
Compare at $2,876
Save 23.6%IGI | 1.51ct | Emerald | J | VS2 | Ideal
From $2,190
Compare at $2,868
Save 20.5%IGI | 1.5ct | Emerald | J | SI1 | Very Good
From $2,200
Compare at $2,767
Save 20.5%IGI | 1.54ct | Emerald | K | VVS1 | Very Good
From $2,210
Compare at $2,781
IGI | 1.51ct | Emerald | K | SI1 | Very Good
From $2,215
Compare at $2,245
Save 14.5%GIA | 1.51ct | Emerald | L | VVS2 | Excellent
From $2,240
Compare at $2,619
Save 16.6%IGI | 1.5ct | Emerald | K | VVS2 | Very Good
From $2,240
Compare at $2,687
Save 14.5%GIA | 1.5ct | Emerald | L | VS1 | Excellent
From $2,245
Compare at $2,625
Save 20.5%IGI | 1.5ct | Emerald | K | IF | Very Good
From $2,245
Compare at $2,823
Save 20.5%IGI | 1.51ct | Emerald | K | IF | Very Good
From $2,260
Compare at $2,842
Save 19.3%IGI | 1.5ct | Emerald | K | VS1 | Ideal
From $2,265
Compare at $2,805
IGI | 1.5ct | Emerald | K | VVS2 | Very Good
From $2,268
Compare at $2,410
IGI | 1.5ct | Emerald | K | VS1 | Very Good
From $2,270
Compare at $2,410
IGI | 1.5ct | Emerald | K | VS1 | Very Good
From $2,270
Compare at $2,410
IGI | 1.51ct | Emerald | K | VS1 | Very Good
From $2,285
Compare at $2,430
Entry pricing in this category 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 $17,896 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 $7,440 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 3,651 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $736 and go up to $18,632.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $7,769 with a median around $7,440.
The observed spread is roughly $17,896 across tracked listings, which is about 96.1% 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 $7,769. The median price is $7,440, 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 $17,896 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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