3 Carat Emerald Natural Diamond Prices Comparison
As of October 2026, 3 carat emerald natural diamonds in the 3.00–3.49 carat benchmark range usually range from $1,394 to $142,674, with an average price of $38,272.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are down 0.8%.Compare 999 verified listings across 12 retailers tracked by CaratRadar.
3 Carat Emerald Natural Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 999 verified 3-carat emerald natural diamonds in the 3.00–3.49 carat benchmark range, listed across 12 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $1,394 to $142,674, with an average asking price of $38,272 and a median of $37,482.
The price spread of $141,280 (99.0% 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.
999 diamonds tracked in the 3.00–3.49 carat benchmark
Price range: $1,394 to $142,674
Average price: $38,272
Median price: $37,482
Available across 12 retailers
Savings potential: up to 99.0%
Price Range Overview
As of Oct 14, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
999
$1,394
$38,272
$37,482
$142,674
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
Live Listings
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IGI | 3.03ct | Emerald | J | VS2 | Very Good
From $8,986
Compare at $9,590
Save 17.9%GIA | 3.01ct | Emerald | K | SI1 | Very Good
From $9,581
Compare at $11,666
Save 14.6%IGI | 3.02ct | Emerald | K | SI1 | Ideal
From $9,587
Compare at $11,220
Save 25.8%IGI | 3.01ct | Emerald | K | VS2 | Ideal
From $9,836
Compare at $13,251
Save 22.3%HRD | 3.01ct | Emerald | K | VS2 | Excellent
From $10,271
Compare at $13,227
GIA | 3.04ct | Emerald | L | SI1 | Excellent
From $10,479
Compare at $11,041
Save 22.6%GIA | 3.01ct | Emerald | L | VS2 | Excellent
From $10,744
Compare at $13,890
Save 17.2%GIA | 3.01ct | Emerald | L | SI2 | Excellent
From $10,751
Compare at $12,992
Save 17.2%GIA | 3ct | Emerald | L | SI2 | Ideal
From $10,751
Compare at $12,987
Save 25.8%IGI | 3.03ct | Emerald | K | VS2 | Very Good
From $10,803
Compare at $14,555
HRD | 3.03ct | Emerald | K | VVS2 | Excellent
From $11,024
Compare at $11,877
Save 24.4%GIA | 3.01ct | Emerald | M | VS2 | Ideal
From $11,067
Compare at $14,634
GIA | 3.01ct | Emerald | K | SI2 | Very Good
From $11,122
Compare at $11,977
Save 25%GIA | 3.01ct | Emerald | L | VS2 | Ideal
From $11,174
Compare at $14,903
Save 22.6%GIA | 3ct | Emerald | L | VS1 | Ideal
From $11,312
Compare at $14,620
GIA | 3ct | Emerald | K | SI2 | Excellent
From $11,690
Compare at $12,519
Save 18.7%GIA | 3.01ct | Emerald | K | SI2 | Excellent
From $11,819
Compare at $14,532
Save 21.8%GIA | 3.03ct | Emerald | L | IF | Excellent
From $11,943
Compare at $15,278
Save 25%GIA | 3.02ct | Emerald | L | SI2 | Excellent
From $11,953
Compare at $15,943
Save 33.6%GIA | 3.01ct | Emerald | L | VS1 | Very Good
From $12,052
Compare at $18,142
Save 41.9%GIA | 3.01ct | Emerald | L | SI1 | Ideal
From $12,356
Compare at $21,257
Save 41.9%GIA | 3ct | Emerald | L | VVS2 | Ideal
From $12,376
Compare at $21,302
GIA | 3.01ct | Emerald | L | VS2 | Very Good
From $12,524
Compare at $13,196
GIA | 3.01ct | Emerald | L | SI2 | Excellent
From $12,563
Compare at $13,449
Save 14.6%GIA | 3.01ct | Emerald | K | SI2 | Ideal
From $12,866
Compare at $15,071
Save 17.2%GIA | 3.01ct | Emerald | L | VS1 | Ideal
From $12,905
Compare at $15,595
Save 13.1%IGI | 3.01ct | Emerald | K | VS2 | Very Good
From $13,052
Compare at $15,018
GIA | 3ct | Emerald | K | SI2 | Ideal
From $13,111
Compare at $14,541
GIA | 3.01ct | Emerald | L | VS2 | Excellent
From $13,138
Compare at $14,313
Save 23%GIA | 3.01ct | Emerald | K | VS2 | Excellent
From $13,153
Compare at $17,087
Save 25.9%GIA | 3.02ct | Emerald | L | VS1 | Excellent
From $13,182
Compare at $17,780
Save 13.9%IGI | 3ct | Emerald | H | SI1 | Ideal
From $13,194
Compare at $15,325
Save 12.4%IGI | 3.02ct | Emerald | J | VS2 | Ideal
From $13,220
Compare at $15,086
Save 10.2%GIA | 3ct | Emerald | J | SI2 | Ideal
From $13,410
Compare at $14,933
GIA | 3.03ct | Emerald | L | VS1 | Excellent
From $13,673
Compare at $14,604
Save 11.8%GIA | 3.01ct | Emerald | L | VS2 | Excellent
From $13,705
Compare at $15,532
Save 15.4%GIA | 3.01ct | Emerald | J | SI2 | Excellent
From $13,804
Compare at $16,315
Save 18.7%GIA | 3.01ct | Emerald | L | VS2 | Very Good
From $13,831
Compare at $17,017
GIA | 3ct | Emerald | K | SI1 | Excellent
From $13,985
Compare at $14,935
Save 18.3%IGI | 3.01ct | Emerald | K | SI2 | Ideal
From $14,086
Compare at $17,236
Save 26%GIA | 3.02ct | Emerald | L | VS1 | Excellent
From $14,164
Compare at $19,142
Save 18.9%GIA | 3.01ct | Emerald | L | VVS1 | Very Good
From $14,190
Compare at $17,507
GIA | 3.01ct | Emerald | L | VS1 | Very Good
From $14,341
Compare at $15,822
GIA | 3.01ct | Emerald | L | VS2 | Excellent
From $14,577
Compare at $15,222
Save 18.3%IGI | 3.06ct | Emerald | K | VS2 | Excellent
From $14,584
Compare at $17,847
GIA | 3.01ct | Emerald | J | SI2 | Ideal
From $14,591
Compare at $15,997
Save 18.3%IGI | 3.01ct | Emerald | I | SI2 | Good
From $14,783
Compare at $18,089
Save 15.8%IGI | 3.02ct | Emerald | J | VS1 | Excellent
From $15,065
Compare at $17,897
IGI | 3.25ct | Emerald | K | VS1 | Very Good
From $15,161
Compare at $15,165
IGI | 3.01ct | Emerald | J | IF | Ideal
From $15,220
Compare at $16,885
Entry pricing in this benchmark range starts around $1,394.
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 $141,280 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 $37,482 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 999 comparable stones in the 3.00–3.49 carat benchmark range. Prices start around $1,394 and go up to $142,674.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $38,272 with a median around $37,482.
The observed spread is roughly $141,280 across tracked listings, which is about 99.0% from highest to lowest offer in the 3.00–3.49 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 $38,272. The median price is $37,482, 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 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 $141,280 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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