3 Carat Marquise Natural Diamond Prices Comparison
As of February 2026, 3 carat marquise natural diamonds usually range from $727 to $94,478, with an average price of $43,760.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are down 0.9%.Compare 92 verified listings across 6 retailers tracked by CaratRadar.
3 Carat Marquise Natural Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 92 verified 3-carat marquise natural diamonds listed across 6 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $727 to $94,478, with an average asking price of $43,760 and a median of $49,072.
The price spread of $93,751 (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 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.
92 diamonds tracked in this segment
Price range: $727 to $94,478
Average price: $43,760
Median price: $49,072
Available across 6 retailers
Savings potential: up to 99.2%
Price Range Overview
As of Feb 28, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
92
$727
$43,760
$49,072
$94,478
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
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IGISave 80.4%2.97ct | Marquise | D | VS2 | Very Good
From $1,156
Compare at $5,900
IGISave 66.3%2.99ct | Marquise | E | VVS2 | Very Good
From $849
Compare at $2,520
IGISave 78.6%3ct | Marquise | D | VVS2 | Excellent
From $1,453
Compare at $6,790
GIASave 65.4%3ct | Marquise | D | VVS1 | Ideal
From $5,817
Compare at $16,833
GIASave 36.8%3ct | Marquise | G | VVS1 | Excellent
From $66,003
Compare at $104,365
3ct | Marquise | F | IF | Excellent
From $62,741
Compare at $76,568
IGISave 65.8%3ct | Marquise | D | VVS2 | Very Good
From $1,243
Compare at $3,630
IGISave 87.3%3ct | Marquise | E | VVS2 | Very Good
From $914
Compare at $7,180
IGISave 72.5%3ct | Marquise | F | VS2 | Very Good
From $1,252
Compare at $4,560
GIASave 58.4%3ct | Marquise | E | SI2 | Ideal
From $35,548
Compare at $85,351
GIA3ct | Marquise | I | SI2 | Excellent
From $39,585
Compare at $43,596
GIASave 30.5%3ct | Marquise | F | IF | Ideal
From $72,426
Compare at $104,270
GIASave 14.6%3ct | Marquise | E | VVS2 | Excellent
From $56,498
Compare at $66,146
GIASave 35.8%3.01ct | Marquise | I | VS2 | Excellent
From $49,547
Compare at $77,226
GIASave 58.7%3.01ct | Marquise | D | VS1 | Ideal
From $74,103
Compare at $179,466
GIA3.01ct | Marquise | F | SI2 | Ideal
From $46,150
Compare at $48,524
IGISave 75.7%3.01ct | Marquise | E | VS1 | Very Good
From $1,560
Compare at $6,430
GIASave 39.1%3.01ct | Marquise | D | VS2 | Very Good
From $59,438
Compare at $97,637
GIASave 14.2%3.01ct | Marquise | D | VS1 | Good
From $63,776
Compare at $74,341
GIA3.01ct | Marquise | G | SI1 | Excellent
From $50,540
Compare at $56,094
GIASave 11.2%3.01ct | Marquise | G | VS1 | Excellent
From $69,443
Compare at $78,172
GIASave 18.9%3.01ct | Marquise | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $59,598
Compare at $73,449
GIASave 15.5%3.01ct | Marquise | D | SI1 | Excellent
From $54,934
Compare at $65,016
GIASave 58.4%3.01ct | Marquise | F | SI1 | Ideal
From $51,518
Compare at $123,758
GIASave 42.4%3.01ct | Marquise | E | SI1 | Ideal
From $53,700
Compare at $93,248
GIA3.01ct | Marquise | F | VS2 | Ideal
From $60,749
Compare at $61,251
3.01ct | Marquise | D | SI2 | Excellent
From $45,890
Compare at $54,563
GIA3.01ct | Marquise | H | SI1 | Excellent
From $43,960
Compare at $45,360
GIASave 17.8%3.01ct | Marquise | J | SI1 | Very Good
From $33,171
Compare at $40,349
GIA3.01ct | Marquise | D | SI2 | Ideal
From $50,510
Compare at $52,371
GIASave 11.8%3.01ct | Marquise | G | VS2 | Excellent
From $59,369
Compare at $67,319
GIASave 10.4%3.01ct | Marquise | K | VS1 | Very Good
From $24,903
Compare at $27,794
3.01ct | Marquise | I | VS1 | Excellent
From $44,232
Compare at $52,163
IGISave 87.6%3.01ct | Marquise | D | VVS2 | Very Good
From $1,043
Compare at $8,430
IGISave 19.9%3.01ct | Marquise | F | VS1 | Very Good
From $813
Compare at $1,014
IGI3.01ct | Marquise | J | SI1 | Ideal
From $12,780
Compare at $13,720
GIASave 15.5%3.01ct | Marquise | G | VVS2 | Excellent
From $52,580
Compare at $62,233
3.01ct | Marquise | D | VS2 | Excellent
From $61,806
Compare at $75,428
GIASave 58.7%3.01ct | Marquise | D | IF | Ideal
From $90,485
Compare at $219,186
GIA3.01ct | Marquise | D | SI2 | Ideal
From $40,700
Compare at $43,956
GIA3.01ct | Marquise | E | SI2 | Very Good
From $46,974
Compare at $47,378
GIASave 11.1%3.01ct | Marquise | D | SI1 | Very Good
From $44,974
Compare at $50,583
GIASave 18.2%3.01ct | Marquise | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $66,634
Compare at $81,415
GIA3.01ct | Marquise | E | SI1 | Excellent
From $66,035
Compare at $68,179
GIASave 19.9%3.01ct | Marquise | I | VS1 | Good
From $26,840
Compare at $33,524
GIASave 58.4%3.01ct | Marquise | F | SI1 | Ideal
From $52,872
Compare at $127,006
GIA3.01ct | Marquise | D | SI1 | Ideal
From $63,133
Compare at $65,392
GIA3.01ct | Marquise | D | SI2 | Very Good
From $46,180
Compare at $46,941
GIA3.01ct | Marquise | F | SI2 | Excellent
From $44,920
Compare at $48,523
GIASave 35.3%3.01ct | Marquise | E | VS2 | Ideal
From $61,394
Compare at $94,863
Entry pricing in this category starts around $727.
What to Know When Shopping for 3 Carat Marquise Natural Diamonds
- Always compare identical certified diamonds across retailers. Identical certificate numbers can have price differences of $93,751 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 $49,072 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.
- Marquise diamonds maximize carat weight face-up and appear larger than their actual weight. Check symmetry carefully.
Frequently Asked Questions
We currently track 92 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $727 and go up to $94,478.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $43,760 with a median around $49,072.
The observed spread is roughly $93,751 across tracked listings, which is about 99.2% 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 $49,072, 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 $93,751 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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