2.8 Carat Emerald Natural Diamond Prices Comparison
As of February 2026, 2.8 carat emerald natural diamonds usually range from $612 to $54,099, with an average price of $25,717.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are down 0.8%.Compare 56 verified listings across 6 retailers tracked by CaratRadar.
2.8 Carat Emerald Natural Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 56 verified 2.8-carat emerald natural diamonds listed across 6 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $612 to $54,099, with an average asking price of $25,717 and a median of $32,276.
The price spread of $53,487 (98.9% 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.
56 diamonds tracked in this segment
Price range: $612 to $54,099
Average price: $25,717
Median price: $32,276
Available across 6 retailers
Savings potential: up to 98.9%
Price Range Overview
As of Feb 28, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
56
$612
$25,717
$32,277
$54,099
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
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IGISave 61.6%2.75ct | Emerald | E | VVS2 | Ideal
From $1,330
Compare at $3,461
GIASave 62.1%2.75ct | Emerald | D | VVS1 | Ideal
From $2,030
Compare at $5,352
2.75ct | Emerald | J | VS2 | Excellent
From $20,556
Compare at $25,937
GIASave 67.5%2.76ct | Emerald | F | VVS1 | Ideal
From $1,584
Compare at $4,870
GIASave 11.1%2.76ct | Emerald | I | SI2 | Excellent
From $11,787
Compare at $13,262
GIASave 15.6%2.77ct | Emerald | E | VS2 | Excellent
From $33,448
Compare at $39,613
IGISave 82.6%2.77ct | Emerald | H | VS1 | Ideal
From $851
Compare at $4,890
IGISave 55.1%2.77ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $818
Compare at $1,820
GIASave 36%2.77ct | Emerald | F | VS2 | Excellent
From $36,450
Compare at $56,960
GIASave 32.3%2.78ct | Emerald | E | VVS2 | Excellent
From $1,193
Compare at $1,762
GIA2.78ct | Emerald | G | VVS2 | Excellent
From $34,240
Compare at $36,966
GIASave 31.5%2.79ct | Emerald | E | VVS1 | Excellent
From $1,578
Compare at $2,305
GIASave 10.4%2.79ct | Emerald | G | VVS1 | Very Good
From $38,123
Compare at $42,554
GIASave 19.7%2.79ct | Emerald | D | VS1 | Ideal
From $6,360
Compare at $7,920
GIA2.8ct | Emerald | I | VS1 | Ideal
From $27,096
Compare at $28,667
GIASave 15.5%2.8ct | Emerald | E | VS2 | Excellent
From $38,640
Compare at $45,752
GIA2.8ct | Emerald | G | VS2 | Excellent
From $38,374
Compare at $42,630
GIASave 15.6%2.8ct | Emerald | H | VS1 | Excellent
From $31,105
Compare at $36,844
GIA2.8ct | Emerald | H | VVS2 | Very Good
From $33,759
Compare at $36,019
GIA2.8ct | Emerald | I | VVS1 | Ideal
From $28,705
Compare at $30,638
GIA2.8ct | Emerald | F | VS2 | Excellent
From $41,930
Compare at $46,133
GIASave 15.6%2.8ct | Emerald | G | VS2 | Excellent
From $35,581
Compare at $42,136
GIA2.8ct | Emerald | I | VVS2 | Excellent
From $27,570
Compare at $29,712
GIASave 31%2.8ct | Emerald | J | VVS2 | Very Good
From $20,845
Compare at $30,230
GIASave 27.8%2.8ct | Emerald | D | FL | Excellent
From $54,099
Compare at $74,911
GIASave 25.9%2.8ct | Emerald | H | VS1 | Excellent
From $30,140
Compare at $40,700
GIASave 15.5%2.8ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | Excellent
From $38,640
Compare at $45,752
GIASave 15.6%2.8ct | Emerald | G | VS2 | Excellent
From $33,488
Compare at $39,661
GIA2.8ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | Excellent
From $45,143
Compare at $46,897
GIASave 36%2.8ct | Emerald | G | VVS2 | Excellent
From $39,985
Compare at $62,430
GIASave 15.5%2.8ct | Emerald | D | VVS1 | Excellent
From $50,876
Compare at $60,218
GIA2.8ct | Emerald | E | SI1 | Excellent
From $45,904
Compare at $47,679
GIA2.8ct | Emerald | L | VS1 | Very Good
From $15,001
Compare at $16,203
GIASave 12.6%2.8ct | Emerald | L | VVS2 | Excellent
From $12,262
Compare at $14,036
GIASave 15.6%2.8ct | Emerald | G | VS1 | Excellent
From $36,064
Compare at $42,707
GIA2.81ct | Emerald | J | VS1 | Excellent
From $20,671
Compare at $22,707
IGISave 63.7%2.81ct | Emerald | E | VVS2 | Ideal
From $1,239
Compare at $3,416
GIASave 11.6%2.81ct | Emerald | J | SI1 | Excellent
From $19,360
Compare at $21,897
GIASave 17.5%2.81ct | Emerald | G | VVS2 | Excellent
From $40,864
Compare at $49,509
GIASave 15.5%2.81ct | Emerald | E | VVS2 | Excellent
From $41,752
Compare at $49,430
IGISave 61.7%2.81ct | Emerald | E | VVS2 | Ideal
From $1,355
Compare at $3,535
GIASave 15.6%2.81ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | Excellent
From $36,193
Compare at $42,859
GIASave 55.4%2.81ct | Emerald | J | VS2 | Excellent
From $17,930
Compare at $40,223
2.81ct | Emerald | E | VVS2 | Excellent
From $43,710
Compare at $51,548
GIASave 27.2%2.82ct | Emerald | F | VS1 | Ideal
From $40,380
Compare at $55,430
GIA2.82ct | Emerald | H | SI1 | Excellent
From $38,710
Compare at $40,283
GIA2.82ct | Emerald | G | SI1 | Excellent
From $36,171
Compare at $39,830
GIASave 53.2%2.82ct | Emerald | K | SI1 | Very Good
From $8,730
Compare at $18,651
GIASave 15.6%2.82ct | Emerald | G | VVS2 | Good
From $36,970
Compare at $43,778
GIA2.83ct | Emerald | H | SI1 | Excellent
From $35,114
Compare at $36,586
Entry pricing in this category starts around $612.
What to Know When Shopping for 2.8 Carat Emerald Natural Diamonds
- Always compare identical certified diamonds across retailers. Identical certificate numbers can have price differences of $53,487 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 $32,276 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 56 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $612 and go up to $54,099.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $25,717 with a median around $32,276.
The observed spread is roughly $53,487 across tracked listings, which is about 98.9% 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 $32,276, 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 6 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 $53,487 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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