3.1 Carat Emerald Natural Diamond Prices Comparison
As of February 2026, 3.1 carat emerald natural diamonds usually range from $659 to $69,802, with an average price of $16,062.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are flat -0%.Compare 97 verified listings across 8 retailers tracked by CaratRadar.
3.1 Carat Emerald Natural Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 97 verified 3.1-carat emerald natural diamonds listed across 8 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $659 to $69,802, with an average asking price of $16,062 and a median of $2,184.
The price spread of $69,143 (99.1% 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.
97 diamonds tracked in this segment
Price range: $659 to $69,802
Average price: $16,062
Median price: $2,184
Available across 8 retailers
Savings potential: up to 99.1%
Price Range Overview
As of Feb 28, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
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$659
$16,062
$2,184
$69,802
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
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IGISave 19.3%3.05ct | Emerald | E | VVS2 | Very Good
From $883
Compare at $1,094
GIASave 63.8%3.05ct | Emerald | D | VVS1 | Ideal
From $3,319
Compare at $9,156
GIA3.05ct | Emerald | J | VS1 | Excellent
From $30,429
Compare at $33,118
GIA3.05ct | Emerald | H | VS2 | Very Good
From $46,099
Compare at $50,783
3.05ct | Emerald | J | VS1 | Excellent
From $37,805
Compare at $44,595
GIA3.05ct | Emerald | G | IF | Excellent
From $59,033
Compare at $61,400
IGISave 68%3.05ct | Emerald | F | VS2 | Very Good
From $741
Compare at $2,315
IGISave 86%3.05ct | Emerald | G | VS1 | Very Good
From $721
Compare at $5,140
IGISave 72.8%3.05ct | Emerald | D | VS2 | Very Good
From $1,228
Compare at $4,514
IGISave 25%3.05ct | Emerald | F | VVS2 | Very Good
From $942
Compare at $1,255
IGISave 63.7%3.05ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $1,182
Compare at $3,260
GIA3.05ct | Emerald | I | VS2 | Excellent
From $34,492
Compare at $37,992
GIA3.05ct | Emerald | K | VVS2 | Ideal
From $22,914
Compare at $23,759
GIA3.05ct | Emerald | H | VS1 | Excellent
From $48,079
Compare at $53,356
GIASave 25.4%3.05ct | Emerald | E | VVS1 | Very Good
From $65,702
Compare at $88,023
3.05ct | Emerald | D | SI1 | Excellent
From $38,675
Compare at $48,391
IGISave 68.1%3.06ct | Emerald | F | VS2 | Very Good
From $743
Compare at $2,325
GIA3.06ct | Emerald | I | VVS1 | Ideal
From $53,946
Compare at $55,947
IGISave 56.6%3.06ct | Emerald | FANCY | VS2 | Very Good
From $930
Compare at $2,145
GIASave 15.7%3.06ct | Emerald | J | VVS1 | Excellent
From $23,910
Compare at $28,366
GIASave 20.1%3.06ct | Emerald | I | VS1 | Excellent
From $40,065
Compare at $50,127
GIASave 63.6%3.06ct | Emerald | D | VVS1 | Ideal
From $3,176
Compare at $8,726
GIASave 32%3.06ct | Emerald | D | VVS2 | Excellent
From $1,662
Compare at $2,444
IGISave 50.6%3.06ct | Emerald | FANCY | VS2 | Very Good
From $1,028
Compare at $2,079
GIASave 25.2%3.06ct | Emerald | I | FL | Excellent
From $39,530
Compare at $52,840
GIASave 17.3%3.06ct | Emerald | E | IF | Ideal
From $68,860
Compare at $83,300
GIA3.06ct | Emerald | L | VVS2 | Excellent
From $18,831
Compare at $19,485
GIASave 63.6%3.06ct | Emerald | D | VVS1 | Ideal
From $3,176
Compare at $8,726
GIASave 10.8%3.06ct | Emerald | I | IF | Excellent
From $49,968
Compare at $56,020
GIASave 15.5%3.07ct | Emerald | H | VVS2 | Excellent
From $40,778
Compare at $48,279
3.07ct | Emerald | D | VS2 | Excellent
From $50,440
Compare at $53,120
IGISave 79.2%3.07ct | Emerald | D | VVS2 | Very Good
From $1,389
Compare at $6,662
IGISave 68%3.07ct | Emerald | F | VS2 | Very Good
From $744
Compare at $2,330
GIASave 63.6%3.07ct | Emerald | D | VVS1 | Ideal
From $3,185
Compare at $8,755
IGISave 51.6%3.07ct | Emerald | FANCY | VS1 | Very Good
From $867
Compare at $1,790
GIASave 32.7%3.07ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | Excellent
From $1,493
Compare at $2,221
GIASave 31.5%3.07ct | Emerald | E | VVS2 | Excellent
From $1,568
Compare at $2,287
GIA3.07ct | Emerald | I | IF | Excellent
From $34,520
Compare at $37,263
GIASave 38.8%3.07ct | Emerald | I | SI1 | Excellent
From $23,900
Compare at $39,062
GIASave 39.7%3.07ct | Emerald | H | IF | Ideal
From $49,920
Compare at $82,822
IGISave 17.8%3.08ct | Emerald | F | VS1 | Very Good
From $3,215
Compare at $3,912
GIASave 32.1%3.08ct | Emerald | D | VVS2 | Excellent
From $1,671
Compare at $2,460
GIASave 81.3%3.08ct | Emerald | F | VS2 | Ideal
From $2,138
Compare at $11,460
3.08ct | Emerald | I | VVS1 | Excellent
From $48,262
Compare at $57,380
GIASave 84.4%3.08ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $1,370
Compare at $8,760
GIASave 16.2%3.08ct | Emerald | D | VS1 | Very Good
From $43,230
Compare at $51,563
GIASave 77.6%3.08ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | Excellent
From $2,052
Compare at $9,170
GIA3.08ct | Emerald | D | VS1 | Excellent
From $44,039
Compare at $48,510
IGISave 73.1%3.08ct | Emerald | F | VS2 | Ideal
From $1,027
Compare at $3,820
IGISave 76.1%3.08ct | Emerald | D | VS1 | Ideal
From $1,606
Compare at $6,730
Entry pricing in this category starts around $659.
What to Know When Shopping for 3.1 Carat Emerald Natural Diamonds
- Always compare identical certified diamonds across retailers. Identical certificate numbers can have price differences of $69,143 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 $2,184 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 97 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $659 and go up to $69,802.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $16,062 with a median around $2,184.
The observed spread is roughly $69,143 across tracked listings, which is about 99.1% 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 $2,184, 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 8 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 $69,143 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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