3.5 Carat Emerald Natural Diamond Prices Comparison
As of July 2026, 3.5 carat emerald natural diamonds usually range from $1,655 to $124,142, with an average price of $55,665.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are down 0.6%.Compare 159 verified listings across 10 retailers tracked by CaratRadar.
3.5 Carat Emerald Natural Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 159 verified 3.5-carat emerald natural diamonds listed across 10 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $1,655 to $124,142, with an average asking price of $55,665 and a median of $54,490.
The price spread of $122,487 (98.7% 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.
159 diamonds tracked in this segment
Price range: $1,655 to $124,142
Average price: $55,665
Median price: $54,490
Available across 10 retailers
Savings potential: up to 98.7%
Price Range Overview
As of Jul 11, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
159
$1,655
$55,665
$54,490
$124,142
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
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GIA | 3.51ct | Emerald | L | SI1 | Ideal
From $12,803
Compare at $13,197
IGI | 3.51ct | Emerald | J | SI1 | Ideal
From $16,276
Compare at $16,280
Save 24.3%GIA | 3.53ct | Emerald | L | VS2 | Very Good
From $16,331
Compare at $21,564
IGI | 3.51ct | Emerald | J | VVS2 | Ideal
From $16,900
Compare at $17,608
IGI | 3.5ct | Emerald | J | VS1 | Very Good
From $17,300
Compare at $18,019
IGI | 3.6ct | Emerald | K | VS1 | Ideal
From $17,305
Compare at $18,395
IGI | 3.6ct | Emerald | I | SI1 | Ideal
From $17,824
Compare at $17,825
GIA | 3.51ct | Emerald | L | VS2 | Ideal
From $19,017
Compare at $19,884
GIA | 3.5ct | Emerald | L | VS1 | Very Good
From $20,360
Compare at $21,288
Save 26.4%GIA | 3.52ct | Emerald | L | VS1 | Very Good
From $22,469
Compare at $30,540
Save 26.9%GIA | 3.5ct | Emerald | L | VS1 | Excellent
From $23,346
Compare at $31,920
Save 25.5%GIA | 3.52ct | Emerald | L | VS1 | Excellent
From $23,770
Compare at $31,909
Save 26.9%GIA | 3.51ct | Emerald | L | VVS2 | Excellent
From $24,028
Compare at $32,853
GIA | 3.5ct | Emerald | K | VS2 | Ideal
From $24,510
Compare at $25,626
GIA | 3.51ct | Emerald | L | VVS2 | Ideal
From $25,751
Compare at $26,780
IGI | 3.52ct | Emerald | I | VS2 | Ideal
From $26,555
IGI | 3.52ct | Emerald | I | VVS2 | Very Good
From $26,904
Compare at $26,905
GIA | 3.56ct | Emerald | K | VS2 | Excellent
From $26,985
Compare at $29,281
GIA | 3.5ct | Emerald | I | VS2 | Excellent
From $27,988
Compare at $28,776
GIA | 3.51ct | Emerald | K | VS1 | Very Good
From $28,102
Compare at $28,894
Save 24.5%GIA | 3.51ct | Emerald | K | SI1 | Excellent
From $28,256
Compare at $37,441
GIA | 3.51ct | Emerald | J | VS2 | Ideal
From $29,807
Compare at $30,694
GIA | 3.51ct | Emerald | J | VS2 | Excellent
From $29,828
Compare at $30,667
GIA | 3.58ct | Emerald | J | VS1 | Excellent
From $30,902
Compare at $31,142
Save 11.3%GIA | 3.5ct | Emerald | J | VS2 | Excellent
From $32,024
Compare at $36,113
GIA | 3.6ct | Emerald | K | VVS2 | Excellent
From $32,224
Compare at $34,406
IGI | 3.51ct | Emerald | I | IF | Ideal
From $32,248
Compare at $34,380
GIA | 3.51ct | Emerald | F | SI1 | Ideal
From $32,906
Compare at $34,170
Save 35.8%GIA | 3.51ct | Emerald | J | VS2 | Ideal
From $33,419
Compare at $52,089
GIA | 3.51ct | Emerald | J | VVS2 | Excellent
From $34,148
Compare at $35,111
Save 33.8%GIA | 3.5ct | Emerald | I | VS2 | Excellent
From $34,276
Compare at $51,766
Save 32.5%GIA | 3.5ct | Emerald | J | VVS1 | Ideal
From $35,610
Compare at $52,733
GIA | 3.51ct | Emerald | J | VS2 | Excellent
From $36,122
Compare at $38,862
Save 16.4%GIA | 3.5ct | Emerald | J | IF | Excellent
From $36,315
Compare at $43,459
GIA | 3.55ct | Emerald | J | VVS2 | Excellent
From $36,956
Compare at $39,759
GIA | 3.51ct | Emerald | J | VS2 | Excellent
From $37,415
Compare at $38,298
GIA | 3.5ct | Emerald | J | VVS1 | Excellent
From $37,731
Compare at $41,789
GIA | 3.51ct | Emerald | I | VS2 | Ideal
From $38,251
Compare at $39,153
Save 12.2%GIA | 3.53ct | Emerald | I | VS2 | Excellent
From $38,286
Compare at $43,601
Save 36%GIA | 3.5ct | Emerald | J | VS1 | Ideal
From $38,771
Compare at $60,550
Save 36%GIA | 3.5ct | Emerald | I | VVS1 | Good
From $38,827
Compare at $60,639
Save 32.5%GIA | 3.51ct | Emerald | I | VS2 | Ideal
From $39,040
Compare at $57,805
Save 27.3%GIA | 3.52ct | Emerald | I | VS2 | Ideal
From $39,306
Compare at $54,090
GIA | 3.52ct | Emerald | J | VS1 | Excellent
From $39,318
Compare at $42,300
Save 31.2%GIA | 3.51ct | Emerald | I | VS2 | Ideal
From $39,440
Compare at $57,301
Save 34.1%GIA | 3.5ct | Emerald | I | VS2 | Excellent
From $39,575
Compare at $60,045
Save 10.7%GIA | 3.5ct | Emerald | I | VS1 | Very Good
From $39,672
Compare at $44,408
GIA | 3.51ct | Emerald | J | VVS2 | Excellent
From $39,843
Compare at $41,913
GIA | 3.5ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | Very Good
From $40,041
Compare at $41,577
Save 37.6%GIA | 3.52ct | Emerald | J | VVS1 | Excellent
From $40,371
Compare at $64,714
Entry pricing in this category starts around $1,655.
What to Know When Shopping for 3.5 Carat Emerald Natural Diamonds
- Always compare identical certified diamonds across retailers. Identical certificate numbers can have price differences of $122,487 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 $54,490 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 159 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $1,655 and go up to $124,142.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $55,665 with a median around $54,490.
The observed spread is roughly $122,487 across tracked listings, which is about 98.7% from highest to lowest offer in this bucket.
We refresh pricing data daily so these pages stay current with market changes.
Based on completed market data, the fair market benchmark is $55,665. The median price is $54,490, 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 $122,487 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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