3.5 Carat Round Lab Grown Diamond Prices Comparison

As of February 2026, 3.5 carat round lab grown diamonds usually range from $616 to $28,540, with an average price of $1,619.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are down 4.8%.Compare 3,220 verified listings across 12 retailers tracked by CaratRadar.

Market Insights
Last updated: 2026-02-28

3.5 Carat Round Lab Grown Diamond Market Overview

CaratRadar currently tracks 3,220 verified 3.5-carat round lab grown diamonds listed across 12 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $616 to $28,540, with an average asking price of $1,619 and a median of $1,087.

The price spread of $27,924 (97.8% 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.

  • 3,220 diamonds tracked in this segment

  • Price range: $616 to $28,540

  • Average price: $1,619

  • Median price: $1,087

  • Available across 12 retailers

  • Savings potential: up to 97.8%

Price Range Overview

As of Feb 28, 2026
Spread $27,924

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

$616$28,540
Tracked

3,220

Lowest

$616

Average

$1,619

Median

$1,087

Highest

$28,540

Price History

Price Comparison Matrix

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3.46ct | Round | F | VS1 | ExcellentIGI
Save 63.9%

3.46ct | Round | F | VS1 | Excellent

From $986

Compare at $2,730

3 stores
3.46ct | Round | D | VS1 | ExcellentIGI
Save 75.2%

3.46ct | Round | D | VS1 | Excellent

From $1,432

Compare at $5,780

4 stores
3.46ct | Round | E | VVS2 | ExcellentIGI
Save 71.2%

3.46ct | Round | E | VVS2 | Excellent

From $1,056

Compare at $3,665

3 stores
3.46ct | Round | D | IF | ExcellentGIA
Save 78.7%

3.46ct | Round | D | IF | Excellent

From $10,122

Compare at $47,608

9 stores
3.46ct | Round | F | VS1 | ExcellentIGI
Save 60.4%

3.46ct | Round | F | VS1 | Excellent

From $1,903

Compare at $4,800

2 stores
3.46ct | Round | G | VS1 | IdealIGI
Save 80%

3.46ct | Round | G | VS1 | Ideal

From $876

Compare at $4,390

7 stores
3.46ct | Round | F | SI2 | IdealIGI
Save 78.5%

3.46ct | Round | F | SI2 | Ideal

From $873

Compare at $4,050

5 stores
3.46ct | Round | I | VS1 | Very GoodIGI
Save 47.6%

3.46ct | Round | I | VS1 | Very Good

From $726

Compare at $1,386

2 stores
3.46ct | Round | E | VVS2 | IdealIGI
Save 88.3%

3.46ct | Round | E | VVS2 | Ideal

From $983

Compare at $8,430

6 stores
3.46ct | Round | D | IF | IdealIGI
Save 68.8%

3.46ct | Round | D | IF | Ideal

From $3,417

Compare at $10,965

4 stores
3.46ct | Round | F | VS1 | ExcellentIGI
Save 16.8%

3.46ct | Round | F | VS1 | Excellent

From $1,292

Compare at $1,553

2 stores
3.46ct | Round | D | VVS1 | IdealIGI
Save 85.5%

3.46ct | Round | D | VVS1 | Ideal

From $1,500

Compare at $10,350

9 stores
3.46ct | Round | F | VS1 | IdealIGI
Save 56.1%

3.46ct | Round | F | VS1 | Ideal

From $859

Compare at $1,957

3 stores
3.46ct | Round | E | IF | IdealIGI
Save 77.8%

3.46ct | Round | E | IF | Ideal

From $2,321

Compare at $10,430

6 stores
3.46ct | Round | F | VS2 | IdealIGI
Save 52.8%

3.46ct | Round | F | VS2 | Ideal

From $1,903

Compare at $4,030

2 stores
3.46ct | Round | D | VVS1 | IdealIGI
Save 87.4%

3.46ct | Round | D | VVS1 | Ideal

From $1,598

Compare at $12,670

10 stores
3.46ct | Round | D | IF | IdealIGI
Save 89.2%

3.46ct | Round | D | IF | Ideal

From $1,924

Compare at $17,740

10 stores
3.46ct | Round | D | IF | IdealIGI
Save 89.2%

3.46ct | Round | D | IF | Ideal

From $1,924

Compare at $17,740

10 stores
3.46ct | Round | D | VS1 | ExcellentIGI
Save 71.1%

3.46ct | Round | D | VS1 | Excellent

From $978

Compare at $3,390

4 stores
3.46ct | Round | E | VVS2 | IdealIGI
Save 84.8%

3.46ct | Round | E | VVS2 | Ideal

From $1,383

Compare at $9,090

6 stores
3.46ct | Round | E | VS1 | ExcellentIGI
Save 85.5%

3.46ct | Round | E | VS1 | Excellent

From $865

Compare at $5,950

6 stores
3.46ct | Round | F | VS1 | IdealIGI
Save 83.3%

3.46ct | Round | F | VS1 | Ideal

From $890

Compare at $5,320

6 stores
3.46ct | Round | F | VVS2 | IdealIGI
Save 83.6%

3.46ct | Round | F | VVS2 | Ideal

From $949

Compare at $5,790

6 stores
3.46ct | Round | F | VS1 | IdealIGI
Save 82.1%

3.46ct | Round | F | VS1 | Ideal

From $1,094

Compare at $6,100

6 stores
3.46ct | Round | F | VVS2 | IdealIGI
Save 89.8%

3.46ct | Round | F | VVS2 | Ideal

From $881

Compare at $8,630

7 stores
3.46ct | Round | F | VS1 | IdealIGI
Save 69.1%

3.46ct | Round | F | VS1 | Ideal

From $845

Compare at $2,730

4 stores
3.46ct | Round | D | VVS1 | IdealIGI
Save 70.6%

3.46ct | Round | D | VVS1 | Ideal

From $2,206

Compare at $7,502

6 stores
3.46ct | Round | E | VS2 | ExcellentIGI
Save 68.8%

3.46ct | Round | E | VS2 | Excellent

From $841

Compare at $2,695

4 stores
3.46ct | Round | F | VS1 | ExcellentIGI
Save 62.4%

3.46ct | Round | F | VS1 | Excellent

From $986

Compare at $2,625

3 stores
3.46ct | Round | D | VS2 | ExcellentIGI
Save 16%

3.46ct | Round | D | VS2 | Excellent

From $1,034

Compare at $1,231

2 stores
3.46ct | Round | F | VS2 | ExcellentIGI
Save 67.2%

3.46ct | Round | F | VS2 | Excellent

From $829

Compare at $2,525

4 stores
3.46ct | Round | D | VS2 | ExcellentIGI
Save 72.4%

3.46ct | Round | D | VS2 | Excellent

From $927

Compare at $3,355

4 stores
3.46ct | Round | E | VVS1 | ExcellentGIA
Save 72.3%

3.46ct | Round | E | VVS1 | Excellent

From $3,040

Compare at $10,970

9 stores
3.46ct | Round | D | VVS1 | ExcellentGIA
Save 78.2%

3.46ct | Round | D | VVS1 | Excellent

From $2,786

Compare at $12,790

7 stores
3.46ct | Round | D | VVS1 | IdealGIA
Save 81.9%

3.46ct | Round | D | VVS1 | Ideal

From $2,287

Compare at $12,670

6 stores
3.46ct | Round | D | VVS1 | ExcellentGIA
Save 78%

3.46ct | Round | D | VVS1 | Excellent

From $2,816

Compare at $12,790

7 stores
3.46ct | Round | H | VVS1 | IdealIGI
Save 67.2%

3.46ct | Round | H | VVS1 | Ideal

From $1,868

Compare at $5,690

4 stores
3.46ct | Round | F | VS1 | IdealIGI
Save 87.6%

3.46ct | Round | F | VS1 | Ideal

From $839

Compare at $6,760

8 stores
3.46ct | Round | F | VS1 | IdealIGI
Save 87.6%

3.46ct | Round | F | VS1 | Ideal

From $839

Compare at $6,760

8 stores
3.46ct | Round | E | VVS2 | IdealIGI
Save 74.8%

3.46ct | Round | E | VVS2 | Ideal

From $2,150

Compare at $8,540

5 stores
3.46ct | Round | D | IF | IdealIGI
Save 86.8%

3.46ct | Round | D | IF | Ideal

From $1,904

Compare at $14,370

9 stores
3.46ct | Round | D | VS2 | IdealIGI
Save 64.3%

3.46ct | Round | D | VS2 | Ideal

From $2,007

Compare at $5,620

2 stores
3.46ct | Round | D | IF | ExcellentIGI
Save 92.8%

3.46ct | Round | D | IF | Excellent

From $2,045

Compare at $28,545

11 stores
3.46ct | Round | E | VS1 | IdealIGI
Save 75.8%

3.46ct | Round | E | VS1 | Ideal

From $1,903

Compare at $7,870

2 stores
3.46ct | Round | D | IF | IdealIGI
Save 88.5%

3.46ct | Round | D | IF | Ideal

From $2,045

Compare at $17,740

10 stores
3.46ct | Round | D | VS1 | IdealIGI
Save 87%

3.46ct | Round | D | VS1 | Ideal

From $1,106

Compare at $8,520

8 stores
3.46ct | Round | E | VVS2 | IdealIGI
Save 81%

3.46ct | Round | E | VVS2 | Ideal

From $1,043

Compare at $5,490

4 stores
3.46ct | Round | E | VVS2 | ExcellentIGI
Save 90.4%

3.46ct | Round | E | VVS2 | Excellent

From $901

Compare at $9,430

7 stores
3.46ct | Round | F | VS1 | IdealIGI
Save 87.2%

3.46ct | Round | F | VS1 | Ideal

From $855

Compare at $6,700

8 stores
3.46ct | Round | D | VVS2 | ExcellentIGI
Save 88.3%

3.46ct | Round | D | VVS2 | Excellent

From $1,174

Compare at $10,070

8 stores

Entry pricing in this category starts around $616.

What to Know When Shopping for 3.5 Carat Round Lab Grown Diamonds

  1. Always compare identical certified diamonds across retailers. Identical certificate numbers can have price differences of $27,924 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 $1,087 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. Round brilliants command a premium due to higher rough waste during cutting. If budget matters, consider oval or cushion shapes for similar visual size.

Frequently Asked Questions

We currently track 3,220 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $616 and go up to $28,540.

Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $1,619 with a median around $1,087.

The observed spread is roughly $27,924 across tracked listings, which is about 97.8% 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 $1,087, 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 12 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 $27,924 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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