3.5 Carat Emerald Natural Diamond Prices Comparison
As of October 2026, 3.5 carat emerald natural diamonds in the 3.50–3.99 carat benchmark range usually range from $1,505 to $183,012, with an average price of $53,530.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are down 0.5%.Compare 248 verified listings across 10 retailers tracked by CaratRadar.
3.5 Carat Emerald Natural Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 248 verified 3.5-carat emerald natural diamonds in the 3.50–3.99 carat benchmark range, listed across 10 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $1,505 to $183,012, with an average asking price of $53,530 and a median of $52,249.
The price spread of $181,507 (99.2% 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 use the same benchmark range throughout the page and 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.
248 diamonds tracked in the 3.50–3.99 carat benchmark
Price range: $1,505 to $183,012
Average price: $53,530
Median price: $52,249
Available across 10 retailers
Savings potential: up to 99.2%
Price Range Overview
As of Oct 14, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
248
$1,505
$53,530
$52,249
$183,012
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
Live Listings
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Save 25.1%IGI | 3.55ct | Emerald | M | SI1 | Very Good
From $7,678
Compare at $10,250
IGI | 3.51ct | Emerald | K | VS1 | Very Good
From $14,691
Compare at $15,560
Save 18.3%IGI | 3.51ct | Emerald | J | SI1 | Ideal
From $16,276
Compare at $19,917
Save 12%IGI | 3.6ct | Emerald | K | VS1 | Ideal
From $17,305
Compare at $19,654
Save 18.6%GIA | 3.51ct | Emerald | L | VS2 | Excellent
From $18,070
Compare at $22,186
Save 12.1%IGI | 3.5ct | Emerald | J | VS1 | Very Good
From $18,542
Compare at $21,099
GIA | 3.5ct | Emerald | L | VS2 | Excellent
From $18,807
Compare at $19,354
Save 11.1%IGI | 3.6ct | Emerald | I | SI1 | Ideal
From $19,130
Compare at $21,507
Save 11.1%GIA | 3.51ct | Emerald | L | IF | Very Good
From $20,247
Compare at $22,774
Save 11.2%HRD | 3.5ct | Emerald | J | VVS1 | Excellent
From $20,478
Compare at $23,060
Save 12.2%IGI | 3.5ct | Emerald | J | VS1 | Very Good
From $20,785
Compare at $23,664
Save 23.8%GIA | 3.54ct | Emerald | L | VS1 | Very Good
From $22,001
Compare at $28,884
GIA | 3.5ct | Emerald | L | VS1 | Excellent
From $22,011
Compare at $23,882
GIA | 3.5ct | Emerald | K | VS2 | Ideal
From $22,048
Compare at $23,052
Save 15.6%GIA | 3.51ct | Emerald | L | VVS2 | Ideal
From $22,218
Compare at $26,328
Save 12.3%GIA | 3.51ct | Emerald | K | VS1 | Very Good
From $22,438
Compare at $25,590
Save 18%GIA | 3.5ct | Emerald | K | VS1 | Ideal
From $23,746
Compare at $28,944
GIA | 3.97ct | Emerald | L | SI2 | Excellent
From $23,824
Compare at $24,363
GIA | 3.5ct | Emerald | K | VS1 | Excellent
From $23,894
Compare at $24,845
Save 11.7%GIA | 3.5ct | Emerald | K | VS1 | Very Good
From $24,082
Compare at $27,269
Save 10.7%IGI | 3.72ct | Emerald | J | IF | Ideal
From $24,246
Compare at $27,164
Save 19.1%GIA | 3.76ct | Emerald | L | VVS1 | Excellent
From $26,485
Compare at $32,726
Save 12%GIA | 3.53ct | Emerald | J | VVS2 | Ideal
From $26,560
Compare at $30,195
IGI | 3.51ct | Emerald | I | VS2 | Very Good
From $26,644
Compare at $27,384
IGI | 3.52ct | Emerald | I | VVS2 | Ideal
From $28,210
Compare at $30,440
GIA | 3.51ct | Emerald | J | VS2 | Ideal
From $28,363
Compare at $31,251
Save 11.8%GIA | 3.51ct | Emerald | F | SI1 | Ideal
From $28,430
Compare at $32,244
Save 12.4%GIA | 3.51ct | Emerald | J | VVS2 | Ideal
From $28,590
Compare at $32,620
Save 17.1%GIA | 3.5ct | Emerald | K | VVS1 | Excellent
From $28,668
Compare at $34,581
Save 10.8%IGI | 3.51ct | Emerald | I | VS1 | Very Good
From $28,895
Compare at $32,400
GIA | 3.51ct | Emerald | K | VVS2
From $29,670
Compare at $30,529
Save 27.3%IGI | 3.7ct | Emerald | I | VVS2 | Ideal
From $29,670
Compare at $40,793
Save 20%GIA | 3.5ct | Emerald | K | VS2 | Ideal
From $30,321
Compare at $37,886
Save 26%GIA | 3.53ct | Emerald | I | VS2 | Very Good
From $30,883
Compare at $41,735
Save 17.1%GIA | 3.5ct | Emerald | J | VS2 | Excellent
From $31,074
Compare at $37,495
GIA | 3.58ct | Emerald | J | VS1 | Excellent
From $31,426
Compare at $31,669
Save 13.7%GIA | 3.51ct | Emerald | J | VS2 | Ideal
From $31,600
Compare at $36,600
Save 17.1%GIA | 3.5ct | Emerald | I | VS2 | Excellent
From $31,718
Compare at $38,275
Save 20%GIA | 3.6ct | Emerald | K | VVS2 | Excellent
From $32,224
Compare at $40,260
GIA | 3.64ct | Emerald | K | IF | Excellent
From $32,227
Compare at $35,404
Save 20%GIA | 3.51ct | Emerald | K | VS1 | Ideal
From $32,348
Compare at $40,415
GIA | 3.5ct | Emerald | I | SI1 | Ideal
From $32,467
Compare at $35,895
Save 19.1%GIA | 3.51ct | Emerald | K | VVS2 | Excellent
From $32,482
Compare at $40,155
GIA | 3.52ct | Emerald | J | IF | Ideal
From $32,834
Compare at $34,000
Save 13.6%GIA | 3.51ct | Emerald | J | VS1 | Ideal
From $32,940
Compare at $38,130
Save 19.7%GIA | 3.51ct | Emerald | J | VS2 | Ideal
From $33,419
Compare at $41,632
Save 19.7%GIA | 3.6ct | Emerald | J | VVS2 | Ideal
From $33,449
Compare at $41,672
GIA | 3.51ct | Emerald | J | SI1 | Ideal
From $33,545
Compare at $37,148
HRD | 3.51ct | Emerald | I | VVS1 | Ideal
From $33,984
Compare at $37,429
Save 19.1%IGI | 3.78ct | Emerald | H | VS2 | Very Good
From $33,984
Compare at $41,992
Entry pricing in this benchmark range starts around $1,505.
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 $181,507 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 $52,249 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 248 comparable stones in the 3.50–3.99 carat benchmark range. Prices start around $1,505 and go up to $183,012.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $53,530 with a median around $52,249.
The observed spread is roughly $181,507 across tracked listings, which is about 99.2% from highest to lowest offer in the 3.50–3.99 carat benchmark range.
We refresh pricing data daily so these pages stay current with market changes.
Based on completed market data, the fair market benchmark is $53,530. The median price is $52,249, 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 $181,507 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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