2.5 Carat Emerald Natural Diamond Prices Comparison
As of October 2026, 2.5 carat emerald natural diamonds in the 2.50–2.74 carat benchmark range usually range from $1,092 to $67,511, with an average price of $25,966.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are down 0.5%.Compare 776 verified listings across 10 retailers tracked by CaratRadar.
2.5 Carat Emerald Natural Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 776 verified 2.5-carat emerald natural diamonds in the 2.50–2.74 carat benchmark range, listed across 10 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $1,092 to $67,511, with an average asking price of $25,966 and a median of $25,925.
The price spread of $66,419 (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 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.
776 diamonds tracked in the 2.50–2.74 carat benchmark
Price range: $1,092 to $67,511
Average price: $25,966
Median price: $25,925
Available across 10 retailers
Savings potential: up to 98.4%
Price Range Overview
As of Oct 12, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
776
$1,092
$25,966
$25,925
$67,511
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
Live Listings
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Save 12.2%IGI | 2.52ct | Emerald | K | SI2 | Ideal
From $5,022
Compare at $5,722
Save 24.4%IGI | 2.5ct | Emerald | L | VVS2 | Very Good
From $5,515
Compare at $7,296
Save 38.6%GIA | 2.5ct | Emerald | L | VS1 | Very Good
From $6,380
Compare at $10,390
Save 14%HRD | 2.7ct | Emerald | K | VS2 | Excellent
From $6,629
Compare at $7,712
Save 10.9%HRD | 2.5ct | Emerald | K | VS1 | Excellent
From $6,653
Compare at $7,463
Save 14.6%IGI | 2.5ct | Emerald | K | VS2 | Very Good
From $6,714
Compare at $7,862
Save 11.7%HRD | 2.5ct | Emerald | K | SI1 | Excellent
From $7,052
Compare at $7,983
Save 20.3%GIA | 2.5ct | Emerald | L | VVS1 | Very Good
From $7,267
Compare at $9,123
Save 14.7%IGI | 2.52ct | Emerald | K | SI1 | Very Good
From $7,609
Compare at $8,921
Save 21.8%GIA | 2.5ct | Emerald | L | SI1 | Ideal
From $7,619
Compare at $9,747
Save 20.7%IGI | 2.51ct | Emerald | K | SI1 | Very Good
From $7,682
Compare at $9,686
Save 29.4%GIA | 2.53ct | Emerald | K | SI2 | Excellent
From $7,775
Compare at $11,015
Save 16.8%GIA | 2.66ct | Emerald | K | SI2 | Excellent
From $7,970
Compare at $9,576
HRD | 2.5ct | Emerald | J | SI1 | Excellent
From $8,042
Compare at $8,823
Save 37.8%GIA | 2.5ct | Emerald | L | VVS1 | Good
From $8,152
Compare at $13,097
Save 42.1%GIA | 2.51ct | Emerald | K | VS2 | Ideal
From $8,317
Compare at $14,368
IGI | 2.5ct | Emerald | J | VVS2 | Ideal
From $8,410
Compare at $8,740
Save 14.9%IGI | 2.51ct | Emerald | K | VVS1 | Very Good
From $8,424
Compare at $9,896
IGI | 2.5ct | Emerald | K | VS1 | Very Good
From $8,600
Compare at $8,648
Save 13.6%IGI | 2.5ct | Emerald | J | SI1 | Very Good
From $8,642
Compare at $10,008
Save 40.9%GIA | 2.5ct | Emerald | K | VS1 | Good
From $8,644
Compare at $14,638
Save 22.6%GIA | 2.51ct | Emerald | I | SI2 | Very Good
From $8,739
Compare at $11,295
Save 20.8%GIA | 2.51ct | Emerald | L | VS2 | Good
From $8,779
Compare at $11,087
Save 20%IGI | 2.71ct | Emerald | J | SI1 | Very Good
From $8,813
Compare at $11,013
Save 10.5%HRD | 2.5ct | Emerald | J | VS1 | Ideal
From $9,110
Compare at $10,176
Save 14.2%GIA | 2.51ct | Emerald | I | SI2 | Excellent
From $9,373
Compare at $10,919
Save 14.5%IGI | 2.5ct | Emerald | J | VVS2 | Ideal
From $9,395
Compare at $10,993
Save 20.9%GIA | 2.72ct | Emerald | K | SI2 | Excellent
From $9,519
Compare at $12,039
Save 25%GIA | 2.6ct | Emerald | L | VS2 | Excellent
From $9,878
Compare at $13,175
Save 20.8%GIA | 2.54ct | Emerald | L | VS2 | Very Good
From $9,978
Compare at $12,606
Save 20.9%GIA | 2.74ct | Emerald | K | SI1 | Good
From $9,989
Compare at $12,632
Save 25.3%GIA | 2.5ct | Emerald | K | VS2 | Excellent
From $10,026
Compare at $13,429
Save 13.4%GIA | 2.52ct | Emerald | K | SI2 | Excellent
From $10,089
Compare at $11,656
Save 20.9%GIA | 2.72ct | Emerald | L | VS1 | Excellent
From $10,117
Compare at $12,783
Save 20.9%GIA | 2.5ct | Emerald | L | VS1 | Very Good
From $10,119
Compare at $12,785
Save 42.6%GIA | 2.5ct | Emerald | K | VS1 | Excellent
From $10,168
Compare at $17,719
Save 29.5%GIA | 2.54ct | Emerald | J | SI2 | Ideal
From $10,240
Compare at $14,519
Save 15.6%IGI | 2.53ct | Emerald | J | VS1 | Very Good
From $10,275
Compare at $12,179
Save 20.9%GIA | 2.51ct | Emerald | L | VS1 | Excellent
From $10,326
Compare at $13,050
Save 30.6%GIA | 2.5ct | Emerald | K | VS2 | Excellent
From $10,400
Compare at $14,988
Save 13.8%IGI | 2.5ct | Emerald | J | VVS2 | Very Good
From $10,418
Compare at $12,082
Save 13.8%IGI | 2.5ct | Emerald | J | VVS2 | Very Good
From $10,418
Compare at $12,082
GIA | 2.5ct | Emerald | K | VS2 | Excellent
From $10,505
Compare at $10,531
Save 13.8%IGI | 2.5ct | Emerald | J | VVS1 | Very Good
From $10,531
Compare at $12,215
Save 27.2%GIA | 2.5ct | Emerald | K | SI1 | Very Good
From $10,549
Compare at $14,496
Save 21%IGI | 2.5ct | Emerald | J | IF | Very Good
From $10,550
Compare at $13,355
Save 13.8%IGI | 2.51ct | Emerald | J | VVS1 | Very Good
From $10,573
Compare at $12,264
Save 39.4%GIA | 2.5ct | Emerald | I | SI2 | Very Good
From $10,578
Compare at $17,466
Save 13.2%HRD | 2.5ct | Emerald | K | VVS2 | Excellent
From $10,593
Compare at $12,203
GIA | 2.51ct | Emerald | K | VS2 | Excellent
From $10,645
Compare at $10,676
Entry pricing in this benchmark range starts around $1,092.
What to Know When Shopping for 2.5 Carat Emerald Natural Diamonds
- Always compare identical certified diamonds across retailers. Identical certificate numbers can have price differences of $66,419 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 $25,925 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 776 comparable stones in the 2.50–2.74 carat benchmark range. Prices start around $1,092 and go up to $67,511.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $25,966 with a median around $25,925.
The observed spread is roughly $66,419 across tracked listings, which is about 98.4% from highest to lowest offer in the 2.50–2.74 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 $25,966. The median price is $25,925, 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 10 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 $66,419 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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