3.5 Carat Emerald Lab Grown Diamond Prices Comparison
As of February 2026, 3.5 carat emerald lab grown diamonds usually range from $716 to $33,695, with an average price of $1,837.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are down 3.6%.Compare 819 verified listings across 11 retailers tracked by CaratRadar.
3.5 Carat Emerald Lab Grown Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 819 verified 3.5-carat emerald lab grown diamonds listed across 11 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $716 to $33,695, with an average asking price of $1,837 and a median of $1,159.
The price spread of $32,980 (97.9% 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.
819 diamonds tracked in this segment
Price range: $716 to $33,695
Average price: $1,837
Median price: $1,159
Available across 11 retailers
Savings potential: up to 97.9%
Price Range Overview
As of Feb 28, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
819
$716
$1,837
$1,159
$33,695
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
Live Listings
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IGISave 86.9%3.46ct | Emerald | E | VS2 | Ideal
From $954
Compare at $7,270
IGISave 86%3.46ct | Emerald | D | VS1 | Ideal
From $1,111
Compare at $7,940
IGISave 74.7%3.46ct | Emerald | F | VS1 | Very Good
From $1,100
Compare at $4,340
IGISave 74.2%3.46ct | Emerald | D | VVS1 | Excellent
From $2,611
Compare at $10,130
IGISave 57.9%3.46ct | Emerald | D | VS1 | Excellent
From $2,059
Compare at $4,890
IGISave 82.2%3.46ct | Emerald | E | VVS2 | Excellent
From $966
Compare at $5,440
IGISave 19.5%3.46ct | Emerald | D | VVS2 | Excellent
From $6,490
Compare at $8,060
IGISave 65.9%3.46ct | Emerald | F | VS1 | Very Good
From $932
Compare at $2,730
IGISave 63.8%3.46ct | Emerald | F | VS2 | Very Good
From $913
Compare at $2,525
IGISave 80%3.46ct | Emerald | F | VS1 | Ideal
From $940
Compare at $4,710
IGISave 71%3.46ct | Emerald | F | VS1 | Very Good
From $792
Compare at $2,730
IGISave 69.8%3.46ct | Emerald | F | VS1 | Very Good
From $792
Compare at $2,625
IGISave 71%3.46ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | Very Good
From $1,471
Compare at $5,070
IGISave 65.1%3.46ct | Emerald | G | VS1 | Ideal
From $876
Compare at $2,506
GIASave 79.1%3.46ct | Emerald | D | VVS2 | Excellent
From $2,032
Compare at $9,700
IGISave 72.4%3.47ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $1,475
Compare at $5,350
IGISave 73.8%3.47ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | Very Good
From $1,475
Compare at $5,620
IGISave 65.7%3.47ct | Emerald | E | VS2 | Very Good
From $965
Compare at $2,810
IGISave 65.2%3.47ct | Emerald | F | VS2 | Ideal
From $916
Compare at $2,635
IGISave 53.1%3.47ct | Emerald | H | VVS2 | Very Good
From $840
Compare at $1,792
IGISave 71%3.47ct | Emerald | F | VS1 | Very Good
From $793
Compare at $2,740
GIASave 71.8%3.47ct | Emerald | D | IF | Excellent
From $8,125
Compare at $28,792
GIASave 77.7%3.47ct | Emerald | E | VS2 | Ideal
From $1,952
Compare at $8,740
IGISave 64.7%3.47ct | Emerald | G | VS1 | Very Good
From $846
Compare at $2,394
IGISave 33.8%3.47ct | Emerald | F | VVS2 | Very Good
From $1,430
Compare at $2,159
IGISave 74.3%3.47ct | Emerald | D | VS1 | Ideal
From $1,560
Compare at $6,070
IGISave 17.7%3.47ct | Emerald | E | VVS2 | Very Good
From $899
Compare at $1,093
3.47ct | Emerald | F | VS2 | Ideal
From $906
Compare at $2,635
3.47ct | Emerald | F | VS1 | Ideal
From $955
Compare at $2,740
IGISave 69.8%3.47ct | Emerald | F | VVS2 | Excellent
From $1,028
Compare at $3,400
IGISave 61.7%3.47ct | Emerald | D | IF | Excellent
From $7,128
Compare at $18,602
IGISave 66.4%3.47ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $1,001
Compare at $2,980
IGISave 79.9%3.47ct | Emerald | F | VS2 | Ideal
From $742
Compare at $3,700
IGISave 80.4%3.47ct | Emerald | F | VS2 | Ideal
From $769
Compare at $3,920
IGISave 18.4%3.47ct | Emerald | D | VS1 | Very Good
From $1,045
Compare at $1,282
IGISave 69.2%3.47ct | Emerald | E | VVS2 | Excellent
From $2,783
Compare at $9,030
IGISave 55.2%3.48ct | Emerald | G | VS1 | Very Good
From $844
Compare at $1,884
IGISave 86.3%3.48ct | Emerald | F | VS2 | Ideal
From $925
Compare at $6,730
IGISave 84.4%3.48ct | Emerald | G | VS1 | Ideal
From $965
Compare at $6,180
IGISave 65.6%3.48ct | Emerald | F | VS2 | Ideal
From $909
Compare at $2,640
GIASave 75.5%3.48ct | Emerald | D | VVS2 | Ideal
From $2,359
Compare at $9,640
IGISave 77.7%3.48ct | Emerald | E | VVS2 | Very Good
From $1,285
Compare at $5,770
IGISave 71.1%3.48ct | Emerald | E | VVS2 | Ideal
From $1,105
Compare at $3,825
IGISave 65.8%3.48ct | Emerald | F | VS1 | Very Good
From $938
Compare at $2,745
IGISave 64.2%3.48ct | Emerald | F | VS2 | Excellent
From $909
Compare at $2,540
3.48ct | Emerald | E | VVS2 | Excellent
From $1,823
Compare at $7,980
IGISave 83.2%3.48ct | Emerald | E | VVS2 | Excellent
From $1,018
Compare at $6,070
IGISave 87%3.48ct | Emerald | E | VS2 | Ideal
From $958
Compare at $7,360
IGISave 67.4%3.48ct | Emerald | D | IF | Excellent
From $6,084
Compare at $18,656
GIASave 72.4%3.48ct | Emerald | E | VVS2 | Excellent
From $1,762
Compare at $6,380
Entry pricing in this category starts around $716.
What to Know When Shopping for 3.5 Carat Emerald Lab Grown Diamonds
- Always compare identical certified diamonds across retailers. Identical certificate numbers can have price differences of $32,980 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 $1,159 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.
- Lab-grown diamonds offer excellent value. Ensure the stone comes with a GIA or IGI certificate confirming it is laboratory-grown.
- 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 819 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $716 and go up to $33,695.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $1,837 with a median around $1,159.
The observed spread is roughly $32,980 across tracked listings, which is about 97.9% 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 $1,159, 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 11 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 $32,980 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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