3 Carat Oval Natural Diamond Prices Comparison
As of February 2026, 3 carat oval natural diamonds usually range from $679 to $79,632, with an average price of $31,993.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are down 1.9%.Compare 940 verified listings across 8 retailers tracked by CaratRadar.
3 Carat Oval Natural Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 940 verified 3-carat oval natural diamonds listed across 8 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $679 to $79,632, with an average asking price of $31,993 and a median of $35,420.
The price spread of $78,953 (99.1% 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.
940 diamonds tracked in this segment
Price range: $679 to $79,632
Average price: $31,993
Median price: $35,420
Available across 8 retailers
Savings potential: up to 99.1%
Price Range Overview
As of Feb 28, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
940
$679
$31,993
$35,420
$79,632
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
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IGISave 61.5%2.96ct | Oval | F | SI1 | Very Good
From $679
Compare at $1,762
IGISave 67.5%2.96ct | Oval | E | VS2 | Very Good
From $779
Compare at $2,395
IGISave 67.5%2.97ct | Oval | E | VS2 | Very Good
From $781
Compare at $2,405
IGISave 15.3%2.97ct | Oval | F | VS1 | Very Good
From $787
Compare at $929
IGISave 68.7%2.97ct | Oval | E | VS1 | Very Good
From $799
Compare at $2,550
IGISave 81.6%2.98ct | Oval | E | VS1 | Very Good
From $1,141
Compare at $6,190
IGISave 18.8%2.98ct | Oval | D | VS1 | Very Good
From $868
Compare at $1,069
IGISave 67.6%2.99ct | Oval | E | VS2 | Very Good
From $784
Compare at $2,420
GIA3ct | Oval | I | VS2 | Excellent
From $37,531
Compare at $37,758
GIASave 57.5%3ct | Oval | D | VS1 | Ideal
From $64,144
Compare at $151,042
GIA3ct | Oval | G | SI1 | Ideal
From $38,480
Compare at $42,326
3ct | Oval | J | SI2 | Ideal
From $24,676
Compare at $27,968
3ct | Oval | D | VVS1 | Ideal
From $3,466
Compare at $8,339
GIASave 62.6%3ct | Oval | D | VVS2 | Ideal
From $2,329
Compare at $6,236
GIA3ct | Oval | G | VS2 | Very Good
From $38,614
Compare at $42,525
GIASave 20%3ct | Oval | F | SI1 | Very Good
From $42,239
Compare at $52,806
GIASave 16.8%3ct | Oval | J | VS2 | Excellent
From $26,719
Compare at $32,109
GIASave 10.4%3ct | Oval | F | VS2 | Good
From $37,039
Compare at $41,347
GIASave 11.8%3ct | Oval | G | SI2 | Ideal
From $30,072
Compare at $34,102
GIASave 40.5%3ct | Oval | J | VVS2 | Ideal
From $26,185
Compare at $44,034
3ct | Oval | D | SI2 | Excellent
From $39,528
Compare at $46,623
3ct | Oval | D | VS2 | Excellent
From $60,653
Compare at $74,022
GIA3ct | Oval | I | VVS2 | Ideal
From $50,035
Compare at $51,926
3ct | Oval | D | SI1 | Excellent
From $50,094
Compare at $59,555
GIASave 71.9%3ct | Oval | D | VVS2 | Excellent
From $2,397
Compare at $8,540
GIASave 18.1%3ct | Oval | D | VS1 | Ideal
From $7,695
Compare at $9,400
GIA3ct | Oval | I | VVS2 | Excellent
From $49,831
Compare at $51,926
GIASave 14.9%3ct | Oval | D | VS1 | Excellent
From $60,560
Compare at $71,194
GIASave 20%3ct | Oval | G | SI2 | Ideal
From $30,619
Compare at $38,284
GIA3ct | Oval | G | VS1 | Very Good
From $66,146
Compare at $68,490
GIA3ct | Oval | I | SI1 | Excellent
From $38,512
Compare at $40,080
3ct | Oval | F | SI2 | Excellent
From $36,546
Compare at $42,761
GIASave 18%3ct | Oval | G | SI2 | Ideal
From $36,556
Compare at $44,560
GIASave 39.1%3ct | Oval | D | VVS1 | Ideal
From $71,370
Compare at $117,178
GIA3ct | Oval | H | SI1 | Very Good
From $34,980
Compare at $35,599
GIASave 39.7%3ct | Oval | J | SI1 | Very Good
From $21,322
Compare at $35,343
GIASave 57.3%3ct | Oval | I | SI2 | Ideal
From $22,459
Compare at $52,628
GIASave 54.3%3ct | Oval | L | SI2 | Excellent
From $12,187
Compare at $26,695
GIASave 58.5%3ct | Oval | H | SI2 | Ideal
From $26,110
Compare at $62,899
GIA3ct | Oval | H | VS1 | Excellent
From $45,405
Compare at $50,018
GIASave 21.4%3ct | Oval | H | VS1 | Excellent
From $43,506
Compare at $55,343
GIA3ct | Oval | G | SI1 | Very Good
From $34,090
Compare at $37,362
GIASave 39.1%3ct | Oval | E | VS2 | Excellent
From $53,618
Compare at $88,083
3ct | Oval | H | SI2 | Excellent
From $33,331
Compare at $38,692
GIASave 57.5%3ct | Oval | D | SI1 | Very Good
From $53,148
Compare at $125,121
GIASave 58.4%3ct | Oval | D | SI1 | Ideal
From $52,299
Compare at $125,636
IGISave 17.4%3ct | Oval | F | VS2 | Very Good
From $2,015
Compare at $2,440
GIASave 17.4%3ct | Oval | I | VS2 | Excellent
From $34,262
Compare at $41,494
GIA3ct | Oval | J | SI1 | Very Good
From $31,664
Compare at $32,674
GIASave 21.1%3ct | Oval | D | FL | Excellent
From $78,074
Compare at $98,940
Entry pricing in this category starts around $679.
What to Know When Shopping for 3 Carat Oval Natural Diamonds
- Always compare identical certified diamonds across retailers. Identical certificate numbers can have price differences of $78,953 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 $35,420 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.
- Oval diamonds can appear larger than rounds of the same carat weight due to their elongated face-up area. Watch for the bow-tie effect in lower-quality cuts.
Frequently Asked Questions
We currently track 940 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $679 and go up to $79,632.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $31,993 with a median around $35,420.
The observed spread is roughly $78,953 across tracked listings, which is about 99.1% 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 $35,420, 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 $78,953 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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