3.1 Carat Emerald Lab Grown Diamond Prices Comparison

As of February 2026, 3.1 carat emerald lab grown diamonds usually range from $586 to $17,415, with an average price of $1,185.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are down 2.4%.Compare 8,771 verified listings across 13 retailers tracked by CaratRadar.

Market Insights
Last updated: 2026-02-28

3.1 Carat Emerald Lab Grown Diamond Market Overview

CaratRadar currently tracks 8,771 verified 3.1-carat emerald lab grown diamonds listed across 13 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $586 to $17,415, with an average asking price of $1,185 and a median of $967.

The price spread of $16,829 (96.6% 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.

  • 8,771 diamonds tracked in this segment

  • Price range: $586 to $17,415

  • Average price: $1,185

  • Median price: $967

  • Available across 13 retailers

  • Savings potential: up to 96.6%

Price Range Overview

As of Feb 28, 2026
Spread $16,829

Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.

$586$17,415
Tracked

8,771

Lowest

$586

Average

$1,185

Median

$967

Highest

$17,415

Price History

Price Comparison Matrix

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3.05ct | Emerald | H | VS2 | IdealIGI
Save 51.3%

3.05ct | Emerald | H | VS2 | Ideal

From $9,500

Compare at $19,514

3 stores
3.05ct | Emerald | G | VS2 | Very GoodIGI
Save 34.8%

3.05ct | Emerald | G | VS2 | Very Good

From $855

Compare at $1,311

2 stores
3.05ct | Emerald | H | VS1 | ExcellentIGI
Save 83%

3.05ct | Emerald | H | VS1 | Excellent

From $733

Compare at $4,310

6 stores
3.05ct | Emerald | F | VS1 | Very GoodIGI
Save 17.8%

3.05ct | Emerald | F | VS1 | Very Good

From $3,186

Compare at $3,874

2 stores
3.05ct | Emerald | G | SI1 | IdealIGI
Save 79.7%

3.05ct | Emerald | G | SI1 | Ideal

From $865

Compare at $4,260

4 stores
3.05ct | Emerald | G | VS1 | IdealIGI
Save 91.3%

3.05ct | Emerald | G | VS1 | Ideal

From $1,073

Compare at $12,368

5 stores
3.05ct | Emerald | D | VVS1 | Very GoodIGI
Save 81.1%

3.05ct | Emerald | D | VVS1 | Very Good

From $1,847

Compare at $9,750

7 stores
3.05ct | Emerald | D | VVS2 | IdealGCAL
Save 76.9%

3.05ct | Emerald | D | VVS2 | Ideal

From $2,401

Compare at $10,380

2 stores
3.05ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | ExcellentGIA
Save 32.6%

3.05ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | Excellent

From $2,164

Compare at $3,210

2 stores
3.05ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | ExcellentGIA
Save 44.4%

3.05ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | Excellent

From $1,786

Compare at $3,210

3 stores
3.05ct | Emerald | D | VS1 | ExcellentGIA
Save 28.9%

3.05ct | Emerald | D | VS1 | Excellent

From $7,070

Compare at $9,950

3 stores
3.05ct | Emerald | E | VVS2 | ExcellentGIA
Save 81.5%

3.05ct | Emerald | E | VVS2 | Excellent

From $1,349

Compare at $7,300

6 stores
3.05ct | Emerald | G | VS1 | ExcellentGIA
Save 32.5%

3.05ct | Emerald | G | VS1 | Excellent

From $1,219

Compare at $1,805

3 stores
3.05ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | ExcellentGIA
Save 32.6%

3.05ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | Excellent

From $2,164

Compare at $3,210

2 stores
3.05ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | ExcellentGIA
Save 44.4%

3.05ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | Excellent

From $1,786

Compare at $3,210

3 stores
3.05ct | Emerald | E | SI1 | ExcellentGIA
Save 77.1%

3.05ct | Emerald | E | SI1 | Excellent

From $1,565

Compare at $6,820

4 stores
3.05ct | Emerald | D | VVS2 | ExcellentGIA
Save 54.3%

3.05ct | Emerald | D | VVS2 | Excellent

From $4,225

Compare at $9,240

4 stores
3.05ct | Emerald | E | VVS1 | ExcellentGIA
Save 73.7%

3.05ct | Emerald | E | VVS1 | Excellent

From $1,946

Compare at $7,400

7 stores
3.05ct | Emerald | E | VS2 | ExcellentGIA
Save 43.9%

3.05ct | Emerald | E | VS2 | Excellent

From $1,700

Compare at $3,033

3 stores
3.05ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | ExcellentGIA
Save 70.8%

3.05ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | Excellent

From $2,164

Compare at $7,410

3 stores
3.05ct | Emerald | E | VVS2 | ExcellentGIA
Save 45.5%

3.05ct | Emerald | E | VVS2 | Excellent

From $2,100

Compare at $3,852

3 stores
3.05ct | Emerald | D | VVS1 | ExcellentGIA
Save 81.6%

3.05ct | Emerald | D | VVS1 | Excellent

From $2,515

Compare at $13,660

7 stores
3.05ct | Emerald | D | VVS1 | ExcellentGIA
Save 81.4%

3.05ct | Emerald | D | VVS1 | Excellent

From $2,521

Compare at $13,520

8 stores
3.05ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | ExcellentGIA
Save 81.4%

3.05ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | Excellent

From $2,252

Compare at $12,120

5 stores
3.05ct | Emerald | F | VS1 | ExcellentGIA
Save 71.4%

3.05ct | Emerald | F | VS1 | Excellent

From $2,894

Compare at $10,120

3 stores
3.05ct | Emerald | E | VVS2 | ExcellentGIA
Save 45.5%

3.05ct | Emerald | E | VVS2 | Excellent

From $2,100

Compare at $3,852

3 stores
3.05ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | ExcellentGIA
Save 49.7%

3.05ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | Excellent

From $2,164

Compare at $4,304

4 stores
3.05ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | ExcellentGIA
Save 76.3%

3.05ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | Excellent

From $1,554

Compare at $6,570

7 stores
3.05ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | ExcellentGIA
Save 44.4%

3.05ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | Excellent

From $1,786

Compare at $3,210

3 stores
3.05ct | Emerald | D | VS1 | ExcellentGIA
Save 45.1%

3.05ct | Emerald | D | VS1 | Excellent

From $1,977

Compare at $3,600

3 stores
3.05ct | Emerald | D | VS1 | ExcellentGIA
Save 45.1%

3.05ct | Emerald | D | VS1 | Excellent

From $1,977

Compare at $3,600

3 stores
3.05ct | Emerald | D | VS1 | ExcellentGIA
Save 73.6%

3.05ct | Emerald | D | VS1 | Excellent

From $3,420

Compare at $12,970

6 stores
3.05ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | ExcellentGIA
Save 71.4%

3.05ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | Excellent

From $3,068

Compare at $10,730

2 stores
3.05ct | Emerald | D | VS1 | ExcellentGIA
Save 74.7%

3.05ct | Emerald | D | VS1 | Excellent

From $2,491

Compare at $9,840

4 stores
3.05ct | Emerald | F | VS1 | IdealGIA
Save 77.7%

3.05ct | Emerald | F | VS1 | Ideal

From $1,892

Compare at $8,470

4 stores
3.05ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | ExcellentGIA
Save 32.6%

3.05ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | Excellent

From $2,164

Compare at $3,210

2 stores
3.05ct | Emerald | D | VS1 | ExcellentGIA
Save 79.1%

3.05ct | Emerald | D | VS1 | Excellent

From $1,632

Compare at $7,823

6 stores
3.05ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | ExcellentGIA
Save 44.4%

3.05ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | Excellent

From $1,786

Compare at $3,210

3 stores
3.05ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | ExcellentGIA
Save 81.1%

3.05ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | Excellent

From $1,896

Compare at $10,040

5 stores
3.05ct | Emerald | E | VVS2 | ExcellentGIA
Save 72.2%

3.05ct | Emerald | E | VVS2 | Excellent

From $3,307

Compare at $11,910

3 stores
3.05ct | Emerald | D | VVS2 | Very GoodGIA
Save 69.1%

3.05ct | Emerald | D | VVS2 | Very Good

From $4,055

Compare at $13,110

4 stores
3.05ct | Emerald | E | VS2 | ExcellentGIA
Save 79.3%

3.05ct | Emerald | E | VS2 | Excellent

From $1,190

Compare at $5,740

6 stores
3.05ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | ExcellentGIA
Save 57.8%

3.05ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | Excellent

From $1,816

Compare at $4,304

5 stores
3.05ct | Emerald | E | VVS2 | IdealGIA
Save 78%

3.05ct | Emerald | E | VVS2 | Ideal

From $1,603

Compare at $7,300

2 stores
3.05ct | Emerald | H | VS2 | IdealIGI
Save 71.2%

3.05ct | Emerald | H | VS2 | Ideal

From $1,093

Compare at $3,790

2 stores
3.05ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | ExcellentGIA
Save 46.8%

3.05ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | Excellent

From $5,452

Compare at $10,240

3 stores
3.05ct | Emerald | G | VS1 | Very GoodIGI
Save 56.9%

3.05ct | Emerald | G | VS1 | Very Good

From $1,070

Compare at $2,481

3 stores
3.05ct | Emerald | E | IF | IdealIGI
Save 74.4%

3.05ct | Emerald | E | IF | Ideal

From $2,126

Compare at $8,320

3 stores
3.05ct | Emerald | E | SI1 | IdealIGI
Save 78.7%

3.05ct | Emerald | E | SI1 | Ideal

From $775

Compare at $3,640

4 stores
3.05ct | Emerald | H | VS2 | IdealIGI
Save 57.3%

3.05ct | Emerald | H | VS2 | Ideal

From $657

Compare at $1,539

4 stores

Entry pricing in this category starts around $586.

What to Know When Shopping for 3.1 Carat Emerald Lab Grown Diamonds

  1. Always compare identical certified diamonds across retailers. Identical certificate numbers can have price differences of $16,829 or more.
  2. 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.
  3. The median price of $967 is a useful benchmark. If you see a deal significantly below this, verify the retailer's reputation and return policy.
  4. 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.
  5. Lab-grown diamonds offer excellent value. Ensure the stone comes with a GIA or IGI certificate confirming it is laboratory-grown.
  6. Check shipping, insurance, and return policies. The lowest sticker price is not always the best deal once you factor in total cost of purchase.
  7. 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 8,771 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $586 and go up to $17,415.

Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $1,185 with a median around $967.

The observed spread is roughly $16,829 across tracked listings, which is about 96.6% 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 $967, 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 13 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 $16,829 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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