1.6 Carat Emerald Natural Diamond Prices Comparison
As of February 2026, 1.6 carat emerald natural diamonds usually range from $413 to $26,422, with an average price of $6,831.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are down 4.1%.Compare 163 verified listings across 7 retailers tracked by CaratRadar.
1.6 Carat Emerald Natural Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 163 verified 1.6-carat emerald natural diamonds listed across 7 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $413 to $26,422, with an average asking price of $6,831 and a median of $6,986.
The price spread of $26,009 (98.4% 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.
163 diamonds tracked in this segment
Price range: $413 to $26,422
Average price: $6,831
Median price: $6,986
Available across 7 retailers
Savings potential: up to 98.4%
Price Range Overview
As of Feb 28, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
163
$413
$6,831
$6,986
$26,422
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
Live Listings
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GIASave 16.9%1.56ct | Emerald | D | VVS2 | Excellent
From $12,795
Compare at $15,390
GIA1.56ct | Emerald | D | SI1 | Excellent
From $14,687
Compare at $14,698
GIASave 80.3%1.56ct | Emerald | F | VS2 | Excellent
From $764
Compare at $3,880
GIASave 38%1.56ct | Emerald | I | SI1 | Excellent
From $3,962
Compare at $6,390
GIA1.56ct | Emerald | I | VS1 | Excellent
From $6,360
Compare at $6,628
GIA1.56ct | Emerald | F | VVS1 | Excellent
From $11,877
Compare at $13,096
IGISave 63.4%1.56ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | Very Good
From $472
Compare at $1,290
IGISave 64.2%1.56ct | Emerald | D | VS1 | Very Good
From $485
Compare at $1,355
GIASave 27.8%1.56ct | Emerald | F | VVS1 | Excellent
From $10,595
Compare at $14,670
GIA1.56ct | Emerald | K | VVS1 | Excellent
From $5,378
Compare at $5,425
GIASave 13.9%1.56ct | Emerald | H | VVS1 | Very Good
From $8,044
Compare at $9,339
GIA1.56ct | Emerald | D | VS1 | Excellent
From $12,699
Compare at $12,774
IGISave 64.1%1.56ct | Emerald | E | VS2 | Very Good
From $413
Compare at $1,150
IGISave 65.7%1.56ct | Emerald | D | VS1 | Very Good
From $485
Compare at $1,415
GIA1.56ct | Emerald | F | SI1 | Excellent
From $13,431
Compare at $13,540
GIA1.56ct | Emerald | K | IF | Very Good
From $4,953
Compare at $5,198
GIA1.56ct | Emerald | G | SI1 | Excellent
From $12,245
Compare at $12,299
GIASave 30.9%1.56ct | Emerald | E | SI1 | Ideal
From $6,986
Compare at $10,105
GIA1.56ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | Excellent
From $11,640
Compare at $11,988
GIASave 28%1.57ct | Emerald | D | VVS1 | Excellent
From $871
Compare at $1,209
GIA1.57ct | Emerald | I | VVS1 | Excellent
From $8,831
Compare at $9,116
1.57ct | Emerald | J | VS2 | Ideal
From $8,231
Compare at $9,342
GIASave 36.4%1.57ct | Emerald | G | VVS1 | Excellent
From $11,894
Compare at $18,698
GIA1.57ct | Emerald | I | VVS1 | Excellent
From $13,725
Compare at $13,847
IGISave 64.2%1.57ct | Emerald | D | VS1 | Very Good
From $488
Compare at $1,365
IGISave 57.6%1.57ct | Emerald | D | VVS2 | Very Good
From $514
Compare at $1,211
GIA1.57ct | Emerald | G | VS1 | Excellent
From $14,844
Compare at $14,860
GIA1.57ct | Emerald | I | SI1 | Excellent
From $3,793
Compare at $3,906
GIA1.57ct | Emerald | I | VVS2 | Excellent
From $12,882
Compare at $12,965
GIASave 80.4%1.57ct | Emerald | D | VVS2 | Excellent
From $884
Compare at $4,510
GIASave 16.9%1.57ct | Emerald | F | VS2 | Ideal
From $8,820
Compare at $10,620
GIA1.57ct | Emerald | J | VVS1 | Ideal
From $6,440
Compare at $6,716
GIA1.57ct | Emerald | J | VVS1 | Ideal
From $5,250
Compare at $5,494
IGISave 63.4%1.57ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | Very Good
From $475
Compare at $1,300
IGISave 65.8%1.57ct | Emerald | D | VS1 | Very Good
From $488
Compare at $1,425
IGISave 63.4%1.57ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | Very Good
From $475
Compare at $1,300
IGISave 53.7%1.57ct | Emerald | F | VS1 | Very Good
From $449
Compare at $970
IGISave 67.4%1.57ct | Emerald | D | VS2 | Very Good
From $423
Compare at $1,300
IGI1.57ct | Emerald | E | VVS2 | Very Good
From $533
Compare at $586
GIASave 32.9%1.57ct | Emerald | F | VVS2 | Good
From $15,474
Compare at $23,059
GIA1.57ct | Emerald | H | VS1 | Excellent
From $10,419
Compare at $11,069
GIASave 22.7%1.57ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | Good
From $8,970
Compare at $11,598
IGISave 64.2%1.57ct | Emerald | D | VS1 | Very Good
From $488
Compare at $1,365
GIASave 21.1%1.58ct | Emerald | I | VS2 | Very Good
From $5,571
Compare at $7,059
GIA1.58ct | Emerald | I | SI1 | Excellent
From $10,452
Compare at $10,532
GIA1.58ct | Emerald | F | VVS1 | Very Good
From $12,250
Compare at $13,463
GIA1.58ct | Emerald | F | VVS2 | Very Good
From $11,671
Compare at $11,774
GIA1.58ct | Emerald | H | VS2 | Excellent
From $12,945
Compare at $13,031
IGISave 71.3%1.58ct | Emerald | D | VVS2 | Very Good
From $512
Compare at $1,785
GIASave 22.7%1.58ct | Emerald | G | VS1 | Excellent
From $8,449
Compare at $10,929
Entry pricing in this category starts around $413.
What to Know When Shopping for 1.6 Carat Emerald Natural Diamonds
- Always compare identical certified diamonds across retailers. Identical certificate numbers can have price differences of $26,009 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 $6,986 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 163 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $413 and go up to $26,422.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $6,831 with a median around $6,986.
The observed spread is roughly $26,009 across tracked listings, which is about 98.4% 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 $6,986, 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 $26,009 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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