1 Carat Emerald Natural Diamond Prices Comparison
As of October 2026, 1 carat emerald natural diamonds in the 1.00–1.24 carat benchmark range usually range from $488 to $10,875, with an average price of $3,287.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are down 1.1%.Compare 8,237 verified listings across 14 retailers tracked by CaratRadar.
1 Carat Emerald Natural Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 8,237 verified 1-carat emerald natural diamonds in the 1.00–1.24 carat benchmark range, listed across 14 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $488 to $10,875, with an average asking price of $3,287 and a median of $3,125.
The price spread of $10,387 (95.5% 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.
8,237 diamonds tracked in the 1.00–1.24 carat benchmark
Price range: $488 to $10,875
Average price: $3,287
Median price: $3,125
Available across 14 retailers
Savings potential: up to 95.5%
Price Range Overview
As of Oct 14, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
8,237
$488
$3,287
$3,125
$10,875
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
Live Listings
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Save 14.3%IGI | 1.01ct | Emerald | J | SI2 | Ideal
From $776
Compare at $906
Save 34.4%GIA | 1.01ct | Emerald | L | SI1 | Excellent
From $784
Compare at $1,195
IGI | 1.01ct | Emerald | I | SI2 | Ideal
From $790
Compare at $877
IGI | 1ct | Emerald | I | I1 | Ideal
From $805
Compare at $815
IGI | 1.04ct | Emerald | L | SI1 | Ideal
From $857
Compare at $870
Save 35%GIA | 1ct | Emerald | L | SI2 | Excellent
From $870
Compare at $1,338
IGI | 1.01ct | Emerald | K | I1 | Ideal
From $870
Compare at $886
GIA | 1.01ct | Emerald | K | SI2 | Ideal
From $874
Compare at $969
IGI | 1.02ct | Emerald | I | SI2 | Very Good
From $876
Compare at $971
GIA | 1ct | Emerald | K | SI1 | Ideal
From $877
Compare at $935
Save 34.3%GIA | 1ct | Emerald | L | SI1 | Excellent
From $877
Compare at $1,334
Save 34.4%GIA | 1ct | Emerald | L | SI1 | Ideal
From $889
Compare at $1,355
Save 34.4%GIA | 1.01ct | Emerald | J | SI2 | Ideal
From $897
Compare at $1,367
IGI | 1ct | Emerald | G | I1 | Ideal
From $908
Compare at $926
Save 13.6%IGI | 1.01ct | Emerald | J | SI1 | Very Good
From $924
Compare at $1,070
GIA | 1ct | Emerald | L | SI2 | Excellent
From $928
Compare at $952
Save 34.4%GIA | 1.02ct | Emerald | L | SI2 | Ideal
From $930
Compare at $1,418
IGI | 1ct | Emerald | K | SI2 | Ideal
From $937
Compare at $956
Save 10.7%IGI | 1ct | Emerald | H | SI2 | Ideal
From $938
Compare at $1,050
Save 34.4%GIA | 1ct | Emerald | J | SI2 | Excellent
From $939
Compare at $1,432
IGI | 1.01ct | Emerald | K | SI1 | Ideal
From $941
Compare at $961
Save 12.4%IGI | 1ct | Emerald | L | VS1 | Ideal
From $943
Compare at $1,076
Save 36.4%GIA | 1ct | Emerald | L | SI1 | Good
From $945
Compare at $1,486
Save 15.2%GIA | 1.01ct | Emerald | L | VS2 | Excellent
From $949
Compare at $1,119
IGI | 1.01ct | Emerald | I | I1 | Very Good
From $949
Compare at $1,002
GIA | 1ct | Emerald | L | SI2 | Excellent
From $953
Compare at $956
Save 15.2%GIA | 1.01ct | Emerald | L | SI1 | Good
From $955
Compare at $1,126
IGI | 1.02ct | Emerald | K | SI1 | Very Good
From $962
Compare at $984
Save 15.1%GIA | 1.01ct | Emerald | M | SI1 | Ideal
From $970
Compare at $1,143
Save 19.8%GIA | 1ct | Emerald | L | VVS1 | Excellent
From $970
Compare at $1,210
Save 12.6%GIA | 1ct | Emerald | L | SI1 | Good
From $974
Compare at $1,115
IGI | 1.03ct | Emerald | H | I1 | Ideal
From $978
Compare at $1,035
GIA | 1ct | Emerald | L | SI1 | Excellent
From $979
Compare at $1,014
IGI | 1ct | Emerald | L | VVS2 | Very Good
From $982
Compare at $1,038
IGI | 1ct | Emerald | H | I1 | Ideal
From $986
Compare at $1,043
Save 16.6%IGI | 1ct | Emerald | K | VS1 | Very Good
From $1,000
Compare at $1,199
Save 17.1%GIA | 1.01ct | Emerald | M | SI1 | Ideal
From $1,001
Compare at $1,207
Save 15.3%GIA | 1ct | Emerald | L | VS2 | Very Good
From $1,004
Compare at $1,185
Save 34.4%GIA | 1ct | Emerald | L | SI1 | Excellent
From $1,004
Compare at $1,531
Save 15.3%GIA | 1ct | Emerald | L | VS2 | Good
From $1,004
Compare at $1,185
Save 15.3%IGI | 1ct | Emerald | G | SI2 | Good
From $1,004
Compare at $1,185
IGI | 1ct | Emerald | L | VVS2 | Ideal
From $1,005
Compare at $1,087
Save 17%GIA | 1.04ct | Emerald | L | VVS2 | Good
From $1,006
Compare at $1,212
IGI | 1.01ct | Emerald | J | SI1 | Very Good
From $1,007
Compare at $1,089
Save 17%GIA | 1ct | Emerald | M | VS1 | Ideal
From $1,012
Compare at $1,219
Save 12.7%GIA | 1.01ct | Emerald | L | SI1 | Good
From $1,013
Compare at $1,161
Save 36.5%GIA | 1ct | Emerald | L | VS1 | Good
From $1,014
Compare at $1,596
GIA | 1ct | Emerald | K | VS2 | Ideal
From $1,018
Compare at $1,066
GIA | 1.01ct | Emerald | L | SI1 | Excellent
From $1,019
Compare at $1,054
Save 16.3%IGI | 1ct | Emerald | L | VS1 | Ideal
From $1,021
Compare at $1,220
Entry pricing in this benchmark range starts around $488.
What to Know When Shopping for 1 Carat Emerald Natural Diamonds
- Always compare identical certified diamonds across retailers. Identical certificate numbers can have price differences of $10,387 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 $3,125 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 8,237 comparable stones in the 1.00–1.24 carat benchmark range. Prices start around $488 and go up to $10,875.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $3,287 with a median around $3,125.
The observed spread is roughly $10,387 across tracked listings, which is about 95.5% from highest to lowest offer in the 1.00–1.24 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 $3,287. The median price is $3,125, 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 $10,387 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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