1.8 Carat Emerald Natural Diamond Prices Comparison
As of May 2026, 1.8 carat emerald natural diamonds usually range from $552 to $27,494, with an average price of $12,284.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are down 0.5%.Compare 98 verified listings across 8 retailers tracked by CaratRadar.
1.8 Carat Emerald Natural Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 98 verified 1.8-carat emerald natural diamonds listed across 8 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $552 to $27,494, with an average asking price of $12,284 and a median of $12,027.
The price spread of $26,942 (98.0% 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.
98 diamonds tracked in this segment
Price range: $552 to $27,494
Average price: $12,284
Median price: $12,027
Available across 8 retailers
Savings potential: up to 98.0%
Price Range Overview
As of May 29, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
98
$552
$12,284
$12,027
$27,494
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
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Save 15.3%IGI | 1.82ct | Emerald | K | VS2 | Ideal
From $3,200
Compare at $3,779
Save 20.5%IGI | 1.81ct | Emerald | K | VS1 | Ideal
From $3,335
Compare at $4,193
Save 15.7%IGI | 1.81ct | Emerald | K | VVS1 | Very Good
From $3,395
Compare at $4,028
IGI | 1.83ct | Emerald | K | VS1 | Ideal
From $3,635
Compare at $3,984
Save 14.7%IGI | 1.81ct | Emerald | K | VVS1 | Ideal
From $3,720
Compare at $4,362
Save 33.7%IGI | 1.81ct | Emerald | K | VS2 | Very Good
From $3,780
Compare at $5,699
IGI | 1.81ct | Emerald | K | IF | Very Good
From $4,175
Compare at $4,546
Save 24.8%GIA | 1.81ct | Emerald | K | VS1 | Very Good
From $4,332
Compare at $5,757
Save 10.8%GIA | 1.85ct | Emerald | L | VS2 | Very Good
From $4,557
Compare at $5,112
GIA | 1.81ct | Emerald | L | VVS1 | Excellent
From $4,843
Compare at $5,279
IGI | 1.84ct | Emerald | J | VVS2 | Very Good
From $4,998
Compare at $5,330
IGI | 1.85ct | Emerald | J | VVS2 | Very Good
From $5,025
Compare at $5,360
IGI | 1.81ct | Emerald | J | VVS1 | Ideal
From $5,170
Compare at $5,535
IGI | 1.81ct | Emerald | J | VVS1 | Very Good
From $5,341
Compare at $5,705
IGI | 1.81ct | Emerald | I | VS2 | Very Good
From $5,605
Compare at $5,955
Save 11.5%IGI | 1.81ct | Emerald | J | VVS2 | Very Good
From $5,645
Compare at $6,376
Save 24.3%GIA | 1.82ct | Emerald | H | SI1 | Excellent
From $5,779
Compare at $7,630
IGI | 1.82ct | Emerald | I | VS2 | Very Good
From $5,985
Compare at $6,335
Save 24.8%GIA | 1.81ct | Emerald | L | VVS2 | Excellent
From $6,103
Compare at $8,119
GIA | 1.85ct | Emerald | K | VVS1 | Ideal
From $6,125
Compare at $6,362
Save 17.5%GIA | 1.82ct | Emerald | K | VVS1 | Excellent
From $6,129
Compare at $7,425
Save 30.7%GIA | 1.81ct | Emerald | K | VS2 | Excellent
From $6,171
Compare at $8,899
Save 16.9%GIA | 1.86ct | Emerald | K | VS1 | Excellent
From $6,268
Compare at $7,544
IGI | 1.82ct | Emerald | I | VS1 | Ideal
From $6,394
Compare at $6,770
Save 27.2%GIA | 1.82ct | Emerald | I | SI1 | Excellent
From $6,615
Compare at $9,091
GIA | 1.82ct | Emerald | J | VVS2 | Ideal
From $6,665
Compare at $6,953
Save 25.4%GIA | 1.85ct | Emerald | J | SI1 | Excellent
From $6,817
Compare at $9,135
Save 37.4%GIA | 1.81ct | Emerald | J | VVS2 | Ideal
From $6,903
Compare at $11,026
IGI | 1.81ct | Emerald | I | IF | Very Good
From $6,948
Compare at $7,380
Save 22.4%GIA | 1.86ct | Emerald | K | VVS1 | Excellent
From $6,980
Compare at $8,990
Save 10.5%IGI | 1.81ct | Emerald | I | VVS1 | Very Good
From $7,035
Compare at $7,860
Save 38.7%GIA | 1.81ct | Emerald | E | SI1 | Excellent
From $7,154
Compare at $11,671
Save 37.3%GIA | 1.81ct | Emerald | J | VVS1 | Excellent
From $7,388
Compare at $11,784
IGI | 1.81ct | Emerald | J | IF | Very Good
From $7,523
Compare at $7,525
GIA | 1.81ct | Emerald | H | SI2 | Excellent
From $7,705
Compare at $7,785
IGI | 1.81ct | Emerald | I | IF | Very Good
From $8,081
Compare at $8,582
Save 37%GIA | 1.81ct | Emerald | I | VVS2 | Excellent
From $8,188
Compare at $12,997
GIA | 1.82ct | Emerald | J | VVS1 | Excellent
From $8,270
Compare at $9,077
GIA | 1.85ct | Emerald | I | VVS2 | Excellent
From $8,523
Compare at $8,901
Save 31.7%GIA | 1.81ct | Emerald | J | VVS2 | Excellent
From $8,531
Compare at $12,484
Save 29.9%GIA | 1.81ct | Emerald | I | VS2 | Excellent
From $8,621
Compare at $12,301
Save 14.5%IGI | 1.84ct | Emerald | I | VVS1 | Very Good
From $8,905
Compare at $10,410
Save 27%GIA | 1.85ct | Emerald | J | VVS2 | Excellent
From $8,923
Compare at $12,216
Save 36.7%GIA | 1.89ct | Emerald | I | VVS1 | Ideal
From $8,965
Compare at $14,163
Save 19.9%GIA | 1.85ct | Emerald | H | VS1 | Excellent
From $8,984
Compare at $11,210
GIA | 1.82ct | Emerald | J | FL | Ideal
From $9,015
Compare at $9,796
GIA | 1.82ct | Emerald | J | VS2 | Excellent
From $9,037
Compare at $9,730
Save 24.5%IGI | 1.81ct | Emerald | I | VVS2 | Excellent
From $9,048
Compare at $11,981
GIA | 1.83ct | Emerald | G | VVS1 | Very Good
From $9,058
Compare at $9,321
GIA | 1.81ct | Emerald | K | VS1 | Very Good
From $9,058
Compare at $9,060
Entry pricing in this category starts around $552.
What to Know When Shopping for 1.8 Carat Emerald Natural Diamonds
- Always compare identical certified diamonds across retailers. Identical certificate numbers can have price differences of $26,942 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 $12,027 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 98 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $552 and go up to $27,494.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $12,284 with a median around $12,027.
The observed spread is roughly $26,942 across tracked listings, which is about 98.0% 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 $12,284. The median price is $12,027, 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 8 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 $26,942 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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