3 Carat Heart Lab Grown Diamond Prices Comparison
As of April 2026, 3 carat heart lab grown diamonds usually range from $545 to $9,718, with an average price of $2,439.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are down 0.1%.Compare 2,983 verified listings across 8 retailers tracked by CaratRadar.
3 Carat Heart Lab Grown Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 2,983 verified 3-carat heart lab grown diamonds listed across 8 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $545 to $9,718, with an average asking price of $2,439 and a median of $1,943.
The price spread of $9,173 (94.4% 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.
2,983 diamonds tracked in this segment
Price range: $545 to $9,718
Average price: $2,439
Median price: $1,943
Available across 8 retailers
Savings potential: up to 94.4%
Price Range Overview
As of Apr 14, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
2,983
$545
$2,439
$1,943
$9,718
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
Live Listings
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Save 74.1%GIA | 3ct | Heart | G | VS1 | Ideal
From $2,630
Compare at $10,140
Save 72.6%GIA | 3ct | Heart | D | VVS1 | Excellent
From $4,256
Compare at $15,550
Save 46.7%GIA | 3ct | Heart | D | IF | Ideal
From $13,110
Compare at $24,580
GIA | 3ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Excellent
From $1,917
Compare at $3,506
Save 44.3%GIA | 3ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Excellent
From $2,005
Compare at $3,600
Save 51.6%GIA | 3ct | Heart | F | VS1 | Excellent
From $1,393
Compare at $2,877
Save 63%GIA | 3ct | Heart | G | VS2 | Excellent
From $1,366
Compare at $3,693
Save 51.6%GIA | 3ct | Heart | F | VS1 | Excellent
From $1,393
Compare at $2,877
Save 73%GIA | 3ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Excellent
From $1,960
Compare at $7,260
GIA | 3ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Excellent
From $1,920
Compare at $6,520
Save 70.6%GIA | 3ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Excellent
From $1,917
Compare at $6,520
Save 77.9%IGI | 3ct | Heart | D | VS2 | Ideal
From $2,332
Compare at $10,560
Save 38%IGI | 3ct | Heart | H | VS2 | Ideal
From $1,649
Compare at $2,660
Save 61.4%IGI | 3ct | Heart | G | SI1 | Ideal
From $1,077
Compare at $2,790
Save 72.6%IGI | 3ct | Heart | G | VS1 | Ideal
From $1,070
Compare at $3,910
Save 73.1%IGI | 3ct | Heart | D | VVS1 | Ideal
From $4,508
Compare at $16,730
Save 34.6%IGI | 3ct | Heart | H | VS2 | Ideal
From $1,649
Compare at $2,520
IGI | 3ct | Heart | I | VS1 | Ideal
From $1,636
Compare at $1,640
Save 63.1%IGI | 3ct | Heart | G | VS2 | Ideal
From $1,080
Compare at $2,930
Save 73%IGI | 3ct | Heart | G | SI1 | Ideal
From $1,084
Compare at $4,020
Save 73.1%IGI | 3ct | Heart | F | VS2 | Ideal
From $1,042
Compare at $3,870
Save 25.7%IGI | 3ct | Heart | G | VS1 | Ideal
From $1,070
Compare at $1,440
Save 70%IGI | 3ct | Heart | G | SI2 | Ideal
From $1,078
Compare at $3,600
Save 80.4%IGI | 3ct | Heart | G | VS1 | Ideal
From $1,070
Compare at $5,470
Save 74.7%IGI | 3ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Very Good
From $1,070
Compare at $4,230
Save 65.1%IGI | 3ct | Heart | E | VS2 | Ideal
From $1,990
Compare at $5,710
Save 73.1%IGI | 3ct | Heart | G | VS2 | Very Good
From $1,029
Compare at $3,820
Save 73.1%IGI | 3ct | Heart | G | VS1 | Very Good
From $1,032
Compare at $3,830
Save 20.2%IGI | 3ct | Heart | G | VS1 | Very Good
From $1,042
Compare at $1,306
Save 57.8%IGI | 3ct | Heart | FANCY | VVS2 | Excellent
From $2,973
Compare at $7,052
Save 71.3%IGI | 3ct | Heart | E | IF | Very Good
From $3,151
Compare at $10,990
Save 13.5%IGI | 3ct | Heart | D | VVS2 | Ideal
From $2,081
Compare at $2,406
Save 28.6%IGI | 3ct | Heart | H | VS1 | Ideal
From $1,892
Compare at $2,650
Save 76.2%IGI | 3ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Excellent
From $1,484
Compare at $6,240
Save 76.2%IGI | 3ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Excellent
From $1,484
Compare at $6,240
Save 85.5%IGI | 3ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Ideal
From $1,038
Compare at $7,180
Save 61%IGI | 3ct | Heart | D | VVS1 | Ideal
From $2,151
Compare at $5,520
Save 73.6%IGI | 3ct | Heart | G | VS1 | Ideal
From $1,281
Compare at $4,850
IGI | 3ct | Heart | FANCY | VS2 | Very Good
From $1,581
Compare at $1,801
Save 78.3%IGI | 3ct | Heart | F | SI2 | Ideal
From $835
Compare at $3,850
Save 83.5%IGI | 3ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Ideal
From $918
Compare at $5,560
Save 84.5%IGI | 3ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Ideal
From $1,073
Compare at $6,930
Save 73.6%IGI | 3ct | Heart | D | IF | Ideal
From $4,865
Compare at $18,460
Save 78.9%IGI | 3ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Ideal
From $1,880
Compare at $8,930
Save 83.6%IGI | 3ct | Heart | E | VS2 | Excellent
From $928
Compare at $5,670
Save 24.1%IGI | 3ct | Heart | E | VVS1 | Very Good
From $1,439
Compare at $1,896
Save 38.6%IGI | 3ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Very Good
From $1,432
Compare at $2,330
Save 82.4%IGI | 3ct | Heart | D | VS2 | Ideal
From $1,011
Compare at $5,760
Save 77.3%IGI | 3ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Very Good
From $1,067
Compare at $4,696
Save 27.1%IGI | 3ct | Heart | G | SI1 | Ideal
From $856
Compare at $1,174
Entry pricing in this category starts around $545.
What to Know When Shopping for 3 Carat Heart Lab Grown Diamonds
- Always compare identical certified diamonds across retailers. Identical certificate numbers can have price differences of $9,173 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 $1,943 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.
- Lab-grown diamonds offer excellent value. Ensure the stone comes with a GIA or IGI certificate confirming it is laboratory-grown.
- Check shipping, insurance, and return policies. The lowest sticker price is not always the best deal once you factor in total cost of purchase.
- Heart-shaped diamonds require excellent symmetry to look balanced. Aim for carat weights above 0.5 where the shape is clearly visible.
Frequently Asked Questions
We currently track 2,983 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $545 and go up to $9,718.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $2,439 with a median around $1,943.
The observed spread is roughly $9,173 across tracked listings, which is about 94.4% 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 $1,943, 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 8 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 $9,173 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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