3 Carat Natural Diamond Prices Comparison
As of April 2026, the average price of a 3 carat natural diamond is $38,720.3 carat diamonds can cost anywhere from $883 to $122,204 depending on shape, color, clarity, and other factors.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are down 0.2%.Compare 3,356 verified listings across 8 retailers in the tables below.
3 Carat Natural Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 3,356 verified 3-carat natural diamonds listed across 8 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $883 to $122,204, with an average asking price of $38,720 and a median of $37,107.
The price spread of $121,321 (99.3% 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.
3,356 diamonds tracked in this segment
Price range: $883 to $122,204
Average price: $38,720
Median price: $37,107
Available across 8 retailers
Savings potential: up to 99.3%
Price Range Overview
As of Apr 14, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
3,356
$883
$38,720
$37,107
$122,204
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
3 Carat Natural Diamond Prices by Shape
Shape-level averages for this carat and type. Open each shape page for full market detail.
Live Listings
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Save 29%GIA | 3ct | Asscher | F | SI1 | Good
From $22,492
Compare at $31,683
GIA | 3ct | Asscher | H | SI2 | Ideal
From $30,217
Compare at $33,374
Save 29%GIA | 3ct | Asscher | K | VS1 | Ideal
From $15,057
Compare at $21,209
Save 21.2%GIA | 3ct | Asscher | J | SI2 | Good
From $14,509
Compare at $18,410
GIA | 3ct | Asscher | D | IF | Excellent
From $72,100
Compare at $72,691
Save 37.4%GIA | 3ct | Asscher | E | VVS1 | Ideal
From $46,360
Compare at $74,063
GIA | 3ct | Asscher | G | VVS1 | Good
From $50,237
Compare at $55,809
GIA | 3ct | Asscher | H | SI1 | Very Good
From $17,820
Compare at $19,147
Save 14.4%GIA | 3ct | Asscher | I | VS1 | Ideal
From $29,623
Compare at $34,619
Save 11.3%GIA | 3ct | Asscher | I | SI1 | Ideal
From $28,258
Compare at $31,863
GIA | 3ct | Asscher | J | VS2 | Excellent
From $17,580
Compare at $19,024
GIA | 3.01ct | Asscher | G | VVS2 | Very Good
From $40,184
Compare at $40,487
Save 29%GIA | 3.01ct | Asscher | K | VS1 | Very Good
From $15,853
Compare at $22,329
Save 24.7%GIA | 3.01ct | Asscher | H | VVS1 | Ideal
From $30,582
Compare at $40,635
GIA | 3.01ct | Asscher | I | VVS2 | Ideal
From $23,970
Compare at $25,621
GIA | 3.01ct | Asscher | J | VVS2 | Ideal
From $22,010
Compare at $24,362
GIA | 3.01ct | Asscher | D | VS2 | Excellent
From $41,740
Compare at $44,460
Save 10.4%GIA | 3.01ct | Asscher | E | SI1 | Excellent
From $45,799
Compare at $51,099
GIA | 3.01ct | Asscher | H | VVS2 | Excellent
From $37,787
Compare at $41,813
Save 14.4%GIA | 3.01ct | Asscher | K | VVS2 | Ideal
From $16,636
Compare at $19,441
GIA | 3.01ct | Asscher | D | VS2 | Excellent
From $46,000
Compare at $48,593
Save 26.5%GIA | 3.01ct | Asscher | G | SI1 | Ideal
From $22,050
Compare at $29,995
Save 14.6%GIA | 3.01ct | Asscher | I | VS2 | Very Good
From $22,970
Compare at $26,905
Save 20.5%GIA | 3.01ct | Asscher | H | VVS2 | Ideal
From $28,777
Compare at $36,217
Save 17%GIA | 3.01ct | Asscher | K | VVS2 | Very Good
From $18,140
Compare at $21,863
Save 29%GIA | 3.01ct | Asscher | F | VS2 | Ideal
From $31,929
Compare at $44,978
GIA | 3.01ct | Asscher | E | VS1 | Excellent
From $46,340
Compare at $48,217
GIA | 3.01ct | Asscher | I | VVS1 | Ideal
From $29,540
Compare at $31,791
GIA | 3.01ct | Asscher | H | VS2 | Ideal
From $30,150
Compare at $32,495
Save 16%GIA | 3.01ct | Asscher | J | VS2 | Very Good
From $17,410
Compare at $20,718
GIA | 3.01ct | Asscher | E | VS2 | Ideal
From $37,341
Compare at $37,345
Save 13.7%GIA | 3.01ct | Asscher | I | VS1 | Ideal
From $28,498
Compare at $33,007
Save 29%GIA | 3.01ct | Asscher | I | VVS2 | Ideal
From $29,561
Compare at $41,641
Save 15.2%GIA | 3.01ct | Asscher | E | SI1 | Excellent
From $31,411
Compare at $37,036
Save 36%GIA | 3.01ct | Asscher | L | VS2 | Very Good
From $8,426
Compare at $13,158
GIA | 3.01ct | Asscher | J | VVS1 | Excellent
From $22,030
Compare at $24,387
GIA | 3.01ct | Asscher | E | VVS2 | Excellent
From $49,490
Compare at $50,977
Save 13.7%GIA | 3.01ct | Asscher | I | VVS1 | Ideal
From $34,689
Compare at $40,179
GIA | 3.01ct | Asscher | I | VVS2 | Excellent
From $27,372
Compare at $27,375
GIA | 3.01ct | Asscher | D | VVS2 | Very Good
From $46,925
Compare at $50,625
Save 37.1%GIA | 3.01ct | Asscher | H | SI1 | Very Good
From $15,928
Compare at $25,330
Save 36.5%GIA | 3.01ct | Asscher | K | SI1 | Excellent
From $11,801
Compare at $18,595
Save 14.8%GIA | 3.01ct | Asscher | I | VS1 | Excellent
From $23,000
Compare at $27,004
Save 12.9%GIA | 3.01ct | Asscher | H | VVS2 | Excellent
From $29,790
Compare at $34,202
Save 29.3%GIA | 3.01ct | Asscher | F | VS2 | Ideal
From $40,323
Compare at $57,064
GIA | 3.01ct | Asscher | I | VS2 | Excellent
From $24,170
Compare at $26,333
GIA | 3.01ct | Asscher | F | VS2 | Excellent
From $33,940
Compare at $36,454
Save 24.6%GIA | 3.01ct | Asscher | I | SI1 | Excellent
From $24,669
Compare at $32,734
GIA | 3.01ct | Asscher | F | VVS2 | Excellent
From $45,650
Compare at $48,230
GIA | 3.01ct | Asscher | D | VS1 | Excellent
From $24,584
Compare at $26,902
Entry pricing in this category starts around $883.
What to Know When Shopping for 3 Carat Natural Diamonds
- Always compare identical certified diamonds across retailers. Identical certificate numbers can have price differences of $121,321 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 $37,107 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
We currently track 3,356 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $883 and go up to $122,204.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $38,720 with a median around $37,107.
The observed spread is roughly $121,321 across tracked listings, which is about 99.3% 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 $37,107, 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 $121,321 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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