3 Carat Emerald Natural Diamond Prices Comparison
As of February 2026, 3 carat emerald natural diamonds usually range from $708 to $115,623, with an average price of $35,802.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are down 1.1%.Compare 549 verified listings across 6 retailers tracked by CaratRadar.
3 Carat Emerald Natural Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 549 verified 3-carat emerald natural diamonds listed across 6 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $708 to $115,623, with an average asking price of $35,802 and a median of $36,594.
The price spread of $114,915 (99.4% 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.
549 diamonds tracked in this segment
Price range: $708 to $115,623
Average price: $35,802
Median price: $36,594
Available across 6 retailers
Savings potential: up to 99.4%
Price Range Overview
As of Feb 28, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
549
$708
$35,802
$36,594
$115,623
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
Live Listings
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IGISave 63%2.96ct | Emerald | F | VVS2 | Very Good
From $737
Compare at $1,992
IGISave 63%2.96ct | Emerald | F | VVS2 | Very Good
From $737
Compare at $1,992
IGISave 62.2%2.96ct | Emerald | F | VS1 | Very Good
From $710
Compare at $1,877
IGISave 69.7%2.96ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | Very Good
From $743
Compare at $2,455
IGISave 40%2.98ct | Emerald | E | VVS2 | Ideal
From $1,423
Compare at $2,373
GIASave 61.3%2.99ct | Emerald | D | VVS2 | Ideal
From $1,601
Compare at $4,140
GIASave 57.8%3ct | Emerald | F | SI2 | Very Good
From $25,997
Compare at $61,642
3ct | Emerald | K | VS1 | Very Good
From $23,040
Compare at $26,118
3ct | Emerald | D | SI2 | Excellent
From $50,965
Compare at $60,590
GIASave 57%3ct | Emerald | I | SI1 | Excellent
From $26,269
Compare at $61,046
GIA3ct | Emerald | D | SI2 | Very Good
From $45,927
Compare at $46,323
GIASave 15.5%3ct | Emerald | F | VS1 | Excellent
From $40,538
Compare at $47,996
GIASave 22.3%3ct | Emerald | I | VVS2 | Very Good
From $32,629
Compare at $42,012
GIA3ct | Emerald | H | VS2 | Ideal
From $49,117
Compare at $50,982
3ct | Emerald | I | VVS1 | Excellent
From $31,657
Compare at $36,752
GIA3ct | Emerald | H | VS2 | Ideal
From $29,490
Compare at $30,538
GIA3ct | Emerald | I | SI1 | Excellent
From $30,575
Compare at $31,567
GIA3ct | Emerald | J | VS1 | Excellent
From $27,312
Compare at $29,718
GIASave 23.5%3ct | Emerald | E | FL | Ideal
From $61,068
Compare at $79,826
GIASave 23.6%3ct | Emerald | D | VS1 | Ideal
From $52,947
Compare at $69,310
GIASave 15.7%3ct | Emerald | J | VVS1 | Ideal
From $25,010
Compare at $29,661
GIASave 40.3%3ct | Emerald | G | VS2 | Ideal
From $55,804
Compare at $93,446
GIA3ct | Emerald | I | VS2 | Very Good
From $36,897
Compare at $40,595
GIA3ct | Emerald | F | SI1 | Ideal
From $48,199
Compare at $53,100
IGISave 55.3%3ct | Emerald | FANCY | VS1 | Very Good
From $777
Compare at $1,738
IGI3ct | Emerald | H | SI1 | Ideal
From $16,604
Compare at $16,740
GIASave 20.5%3ct | Emerald | K | SI1 | Very Good
From $17,123
Compare at $21,539
GIA3ct | Emerald | H | SI1 | Excellent
From $35,739
Compare at $37,228
GIASave 59.1%3ct | Emerald | G | VVS2 | Ideal
From $37,340
Compare at $91,269
GIA3ct | Emerald | G | IF | Ideal
From $43,490
Compare at $46,977
GIASave 18.6%3ct | Emerald | H | VS2 | Ideal
From $42,059
Compare at $51,681
GIA3ct | Emerald | K | SI1 | Ideal
From $29,461
Compare at $30,435
GIASave 28.3%3ct | Emerald | H | VS2 | Ideal
From $38,262
Compare at $53,390
GIA3ct | Emerald | E | SI1 | Ideal
From $55,317
Compare at $60,953
GIASave 57%3ct | Emerald | G | SI2 | Very Good
From $24,461
Compare at $56,834
GIASave 10.4%3ct | Emerald | H | VS1 | Excellent
From $38,064
Compare at $42,489
GIA3ct | Emerald | J | VS2 | Good
From $23,093
Compare at $24,149
3ct | Emerald | H | VS1 | Excellent
From $39,848
Compare at $47,363
GIASave 15.5%3ct | Emerald | J | VVS2 | Excellent
From $26,310
Compare at $31,133
IGISave 56.3%3ct | Emerald | FANCY | VS1 | Very Good
From $1,001
Compare at $2,290
IGISave 57.4%3ct | Emerald | FANCY | VS2 | Very Good
From $1,134
Compare at $2,662
GIA3ct | Emerald | K | VVS1 | Excellent
From $24,237
Compare at $24,761
GIASave 31.9%3ct | Emerald | F | VS2 | Excellent
From $27,395
Compare at $40,200
GIASave 57%3ct | Emerald | I | SI1 | Excellent
From $25,133
Compare at $58,400
IGISave 56.3%3ct | Emerald | FANCY | VS1 | Good
From $1,001
Compare at $2,290
IGISave 53.5%3ct | Emerald | FANCY | VS1 | Very Good
From $1,278
Compare at $2,751
GIA3ct | Emerald | D | IF | Good
From $68,074
Compare at $71,006
GIASave 57%3ct | Emerald | D | SI2 | Ideal
From $27,546
Compare at $64,022
GIASave 15.5%3ct | Emerald | J | VVS2 | Excellent
From $26,310
Compare at $31,133
GIASave 75.1%3ct | Emerald | D | VVS2 | Ideal
From $1,968
Compare at $7,890
Entry pricing in this category starts around $708.
What to Know When Shopping for 3 Carat Emerald Natural Diamonds
- Always compare identical certified diamonds across retailers. Identical certificate numbers can have price differences of $114,915 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 $36,594 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 549 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $708 and go up to $115,623.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $35,802 with a median around $36,594.
The observed spread is roughly $114,915 across tracked listings, which is about 99.4% 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 $36,594, 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 6 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 $114,915 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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