12.5 Carat Emerald Natural Diamond Prices Comparison
As of February 2026, 12.5 carat emerald natural diamonds usually range from $1,787 to $2,930, with an average price of $2,462.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are down 6.8%.Compare 35 verified listings across 2 retailers tracked by CaratRadar.
12.5 Carat Emerald Natural Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 35 verified 12.5-carat emerald natural diamonds listed across 2 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $1,786 to $2,930, with an average asking price of $2,462 and a median of $2,540.
The price spread of $1,144 (39.0% 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.
35 diamonds tracked in this segment
Price range: $1,786 to $2,930
Average price: $2,462
Median price: $2,540
Available across 2 retailers
Savings potential: up to 39.0%
Price Range Overview
As of Feb 28, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
35
$1,787
$2,462
$2,540
$2,930
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
Live Listings
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IGISave 80.9%12.49ct | Emerald | F | VS1 | Ideal
From $2,042
Compare at $10,720
IGISave 56.7%12.5ct | Emerald | F | VS1 | Ideal
From $2,416
Compare at $5,576
IGISave 81.1%12.5ct | Emerald | F | VVS2 | Ideal
From $2,235
Compare at $11,840
IGISave 57.2%12.5ct | Emerald | F | VS1 | Ideal
From $2,386
Compare at $5,576
IGISave 57.4%12.5ct | Emerald | F | VVS2 | Ideal
From $2,534
Compare at $5,949
IGISave 56.9%12.5ct | Emerald | F | VVS2 | Ideal
From $2,564
Compare at $5,949
IGISave 67.9%12.5ct | Emerald | G | VS1 | Ideal
From $2,921
Compare at $9,110
IGISave 56.9%12.51ct | Emerald | F | VVS2 | Ideal
From $2,566
Compare at $5,955
IGISave 56.7%12.51ct | Emerald | F | VS1 | Ideal
From $2,418
Compare at $5,581
IGISave 56.9%12.51ct | Emerald | F | VVS2 | Ideal
From $2,566
Compare at $5,955
IGISave 56.7%12.52ct | Emerald | F | VS1 | Ideal
From $2,420
Compare at $5,585
IGISave 57.4%12.52ct | Emerald | F | VVS2 | Ideal
From $2,538
Compare at $5,960
IGISave 81.1%12.52ct | Emerald | F | VVS2 | Ideal
From $2,238
Compare at $11,860
IGISave 56.7%12.52ct | Emerald | F | VS1 | Ideal
From $2,420
Compare at $5,585
IGISave 57.4%12.53ct | Emerald | F | VVS2 | Ideal
From $2,540
Compare at $5,964
IGISave 81%12.53ct | Emerald | F | VS1 | Ideal
From $2,112
Compare at $11,130
IGISave 57.4%12.53ct | Emerald | F | VVS2 | Ideal
From $2,540
Compare at $5,964
IGISave 81.1%12.53ct | Emerald | F | VVS2 | Ideal
From $2,239
Compare at $11,870
IGISave 56.7%12.53ct | Emerald | F | VS1 | Ideal
From $2,422
Compare at $5,590
IGISave 67.9%12.53ct | Emerald | G | VS1 | Ideal
From $2,928
Compare at $9,130
IGISave 57.4%12.54ct | Emerald | F | VVS2 | Ideal
From $2,542
Compare at $5,968
IGISave 57.4%12.54ct | Emerald | F | VVS2 | Ideal
From $2,542
Compare at $5,968
IGISave 57.4%12.54ct | Emerald | F | VVS2 | Ideal
From $2,542
Compare at $5,968
IGISave 56.9%12.54ct | Emerald | F | VVS2 | Ideal
From $2,572
Compare at $5,968
IGISave 67.9%12.54ct | Emerald | G | VS1 | Ideal
From $2,930
Compare at $9,140
IGISave 56.9%12.54ct | Emerald | F | VVS2 | Ideal
From $2,572
Compare at $5,968
IGISave 81.1%12.54ct | Emerald | F | VVS2 | Ideal
From $2,241
Compare at $11,880
IGISave 57.4%12.55ct | Emerald | F | VVS2 | Ideal
From $2,543
Compare at $5,974
IGISave 81%12.55ct | Emerald | G | VVS2 | Ideal
From $1,787
Compare at $9,400
IGISave 56.7%12.55ct | Emerald | F | VS1 | Ideal
From $2,425
Compare at $5,599
IGISave 57.4%12.55ct | Emerald | F | VVS2 | Ideal
From $2,543
Compare at $5,974
IGISave 57.4%12.55ct | Emerald | F | VVS2 | Ideal
From $2,543
Compare at $5,974
IGISave 57.4%12.55ct | Emerald | F | VVS2 | Ideal
From $2,543
Compare at $5,974
IGISave 81.1%12.55ct | Emerald | F | VVS2 | Ideal
From $2,243
Compare at $11,890
IGISave 57.4%12.55ct | Emerald | F | VVS2 | Ideal
From $2,543
Compare at $5,974
Entry pricing in this category starts around $1,787.
What to Know When Shopping for 12.5 Carat Emerald Natural Diamonds
- Always compare identical certified diamonds across retailers. Identical certificate numbers can have price differences of $1,144 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 $2,540 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 35 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $1,786 and go up to $2,930.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $2,462 with a median around $2,540.
The observed spread is roughly $1,144 across tracked listings, which is about 39.0% 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 $2,540, 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 2 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 $1,144 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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