1 Carat Emerald Natural Diamond Prices Comparison
As of July 2026, 1 carat emerald natural diamonds usually range from $488 to $8,887, with an average price of $3,272.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are down 0.7%.Compare 6,512 verified listings across 11 retailers tracked by CaratRadar.
1 Carat Emerald Natural Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 6,512 verified 1-carat emerald natural diamonds listed across 11 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $488 to $8,887, with an average asking price of $3,272 and a median of $3,100.
The price spread of $8,399 (94.5% 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 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.
6,512 diamonds tracked in this segment
Price range: $488 to $8,887
Average price: $3,272
Median price: $3,100
Available across 11 retailers
Savings potential: up to 94.5%
Price Range Overview
As of Jul 13, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
6,512
$488
$3,272
$3,100
$8,887
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
Live Listings
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Save 20.9%GIA | 1ct | Emerald | L | SI2 | Excellent
From $793
Compare at $1,003
IGI | 1.05ct | Emerald | J | SI2 | Ideal
From $810
Compare at $899
IGI | 1.01ct | Emerald | K | SI1 | Very Good
From $830
Compare at $885
Save 10.7%GIA | 1.01ct | Emerald | L | VS2 | Excellent
From $833
Compare at $933
HRD | 1ct | Emerald | H | SI2 | Ideal
From $867
Compare at $961
Save 20.3%GIA | 1ct | Emerald | L | SI1 | Excellent
From $877
Compare at $1,100
GIA | 1ct | Emerald | L | VS2 | Excellent
From $886
Compare at $961
Save 34.4%GIA | 1ct | Emerald | L | VS1 | Very Good
From $904
Compare at $1,378
Save 32.5%GIA | 1.01ct | Emerald | L | SI1 | Excellent
From $917
Compare at $1,358
Save 32.5%GIA | 1.02ct | Emerald | J | SI2 | Very Good
From $922
Compare at $1,366
Save 66.4%GIA | 1.01ct | Emerald | J | SI1 | Excellent
From $927
Compare at $2,760
Save 18.7%HRD | 1.02ct | Emerald | H | SI2 | Ideal
From $927
Compare at $1,140
Save 34.4%GIA | 1.03ct | Emerald | L | VS2 | Excellent
From $940
Compare at $1,432
GIA | 1ct | Emerald | K | SI1 | Ideal
From $940
Compare at $989
IGI | 1.02ct | Emerald | K | SI1 | Very Good
From $962
Compare at $994
Save 32.5%GIA | 1ct | Emerald | L | VS1 | Excellent
From $976
Compare at $1,446
Save 32.5%GIA | 1ct | Emerald | L | VS2 | Excellent
From $977
Compare at $1,448
Save 11.2%GIA | 1.02ct | Emerald | J | SI2 | Very Good
From $982
Compare at $1,106
Save 43.4%GIA | 1ct | Emerald | L | VS2 | Very Good
From $983
Compare at $1,738
Save 18.3%HRD | 1.01ct | Emerald | G | SI2 | Ideal
From $988
Compare at $1,210
HRD | 1.01ct | Emerald | H | SI2 | Ideal
From $996
Compare at $1,047
Save 34.4%GIA | 1ct | Emerald | L | VS1 | Excellent
From $1,000
Compare at $1,524
GIA | 1ct | Emerald | L | SI2 | Excellent
From $1,023
Compare at $1,075
Save 23.5%GIA | 1ct | Emerald | K | SI2 | Excellent
From $1,031
Compare at $1,348
Save 32.7%GIA | 1ct | Emerald | L | SI2 | Excellent
From $1,043
Compare at $1,549
Save 36.7%GIA | 1ct | Emerald | L | VS2 | Very Good
From $1,047
Compare at $1,653
IGI | 1.01ct | Emerald | K | VVS2 | Very Good
From $1,054
Compare at $1,055
IGI | 1.01ct | Emerald | J | VS2 | Very Good
From $1,058
Compare at $1,060
Save 34.4%GIA | 1ct | Emerald | L | VS2 | Ideal
From $1,060
Compare at $1,616
Save 32.7%GIA | 1.01ct | Emerald | K | SI1 | Excellent
From $1,063
Compare at $1,579
GIA | 1ct | Emerald | K | SI1 | Excellent
From $1,063
Compare at $1,114
IGI | 1.04ct | Emerald | K | VVS2 | Very Good
From $1,063
Compare at $1,065
GIA | 1ct | Emerald | L | SI1 | Excellent
From $1,070
Compare at $1,125
GIA | 1ct | Emerald | K | SI1 | Excellent
From $1,071
Compare at $1,114
Save 18.6%GIA | 1.01ct | Emerald | K | VS2 | Good
From $1,071
Compare at $1,315
Save 32.5%GIA | 1.02ct | Emerald | K | VS2 | Very Good
From $1,073
Compare at $1,590
Save 32.5%GIA | 1.01ct | Emerald | K | VS2 | Excellent
From $1,074
Compare at $1,592
Save 32.7%GIA | 1.01ct | Emerald | I | SI2 | Excellent
From $1,075
Compare at $1,597
GIA | 1ct | Emerald | K | VS2 | Ideal
From $1,086
Compare at $1,132
Save 32.5%GIA | 1.01ct | Emerald | K | SI1 | Excellent
From $1,087
Compare at $1,610
GIA | 1ct | Emerald | J | SI2 | Excellent
From $1,087
Compare at $1,191
GIA | 1.01ct | Emerald | L | VVS2 | Excellent
From $1,087
Compare at $1,191
Save 32.5%GIA | 1.01ct | Emerald | K | SI1 | Excellent
From $1,089
Compare at $1,614
GIA | 1ct | Emerald | K | SI1 | Excellent
From $1,090
Compare at $1,141
Save 35.8%GIA | 1ct | Emerald | I | SI2 | Excellent
From $1,092
Compare at $1,701
GIA | 1.01ct | Emerald | K | VS2 | Ideal
From $1,097
Compare at $1,142
Save 10.7%GIA | 1ct | Emerald | K | VS1 | Excellent
From $1,098
Compare at $1,229
GIA | 1ct | Emerald | K | VS1 | Excellent
From $1,098
Compare at $1,220
GIA | 1ct | Emerald | K | VS1 | Excellent
From $1,098
Compare at $1,220
GIA | 1ct | Emerald | K | VS1 | Excellent
From $1,099
Compare at $1,200
Entry pricing in this category 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 $8,399 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 $3,100 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 6,512 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $488 and go up to $8,887.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $3,272 with a median around $3,100.
The observed spread is roughly $8,399 across tracked listings, which is about 94.5% 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 $3,272. The median price is $3,100, 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 11 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 $8,399 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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