3 Carat Princess Natural Diamond Prices Comparison
As of February 2026, 3 carat princess natural diamonds usually range from $812 to $86,569, with an average price of $29,359.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are down 1.5%.Compare 181 verified listings across 6 retailers tracked by CaratRadar.
3 Carat Princess Natural Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 181 verified 3-carat princess natural diamonds listed across 6 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $812 to $86,569, with an average asking price of $29,359 and a median of $27,606.
The price spread of $85,757 (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.
181 diamonds tracked in this segment
Price range: $812 to $86,569
Average price: $29,359
Median price: $27,606
Available across 6 retailers
Savings potential: up to 99.1%
Price Range Overview
As of Feb 28, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
181
$812
$29,359
$27,606
$86,569
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
Live Listings
See all listingsCompare current retailer offers for this exact segment and open any listing for full details.
GIASave 36%2.97ct | Princess | H | VS1 | Excellent
From $38,612
Compare at $60,306
GIA3ct | Princess | J | SI1 | Excellent
From $26,627
Compare at $27,122
GIASave 15.6%3ct | Princess | I | VS1 | Excellent
From $31,878
Compare at $37,758
GIASave 36.3%3ct | Princess | J | VS2 | Excellent
From $33,013
Compare at $51,832
GIA3ct | Princess | D | FL | Excellent
From $81,556
Compare at $85,075
GIASave 59.1%3ct | Princess | G | VVS1 | Ideal
From $44,620
Compare at $109,138
GIASave 13.1%3ct | Princess | D | SI1 | Excellent
From $49,933
Compare at $57,461
GIASave 34.7%3ct | Princess | J | VS1 | Very Good
From $22,403
Compare at $34,329
GIASave 57%3ct | Princess | G | VS2 | Good
From $29,805
Compare at $69,289
GIA3ct | Princess | G | SI1 | Very Good
From $29,320
Compare at $29,833
GIA3ct | Princess | J | VS1 | Ideal
From $21,217
Compare at $21,230
GIASave 23.7%3ct | Princess | J | SI1 | Ideal
From $22,893
Compare at $30,020
GIA3ct | Princess | I | SI1 | Ideal
From $29,588
Compare at $30,564
IGISave 48.4%3ct | Princess | FANCY | VS1 | Very Good
From $1,277
Compare at $2,475
GIASave 57%3ct | Princess | F | SI1 | Good
From $29,104
Compare at $67,654
IGI3ct | Princess | H | VS1 | Ideal
From $21,528
Compare at $21,590
GIA3ct | Princess | G | SI1 | Ideal
From $36,779
Compare at $38,298
GIA3ct | Princess | F | SI1 | Good
From $28,698
Compare at $31,420
GIASave 22.1%3ct | Princess | G | VVS1 | Excellent
From $42,238
Compare at $54,245
GIASave 62.5%3ct | Princess | D | VVS2 | Ideal
From $2,282
Compare at $6,094
GIASave 20%3ct | Princess | E | VVS2 | Excellent
From $7,160
Compare at $8,950
GIA3ct | Princess | E | SI2 | Ideal
From $27,110
Compare at $29,809
GIA3ct | Princess | J | VS2 | Ideal
From $27,101
Compare at $29,519
GIASave 17.1%3ct | Princess | H | SI1 | Excellent
From $24,990
Compare at $30,132
GIASave 25.8%3ct | Princess | E | VS2 | Excellent
From $1,282
Compare at $1,728
GIA3ct | Princess | K | SI1 | Excellent
From $28,022
Compare at $28,535
GIASave 11.5%3ct | Princess | E | SI1 | Ideal
From $34,675
Compare at $39,186
IGISave 17.7%3ct | Princess | F | VVS2 | Very Good
From $1,047
Compare at $1,272
GIASave 23.7%3ct | Princess | H | SI2 | Very Good
From $20,620
Compare at $27,028
GIA3.01ct | Princess | D | IF | Very Good
From $50,810
Compare at $54,912
GIASave 57%3.01ct | Princess | G | VS2 | Good
From $31,013
Compare at $72,103
GIASave 35.5%3.01ct | Princess | I | IF | Ideal
From $32,310
Compare at $50,058
HRD3.01ct | Princess | H | SI1 | Ideal
From $17,260
Compare at $18,766
GIA3.01ct | Princess | G | SI2 | Excellent
From $21,930
Compare at $22,697
IGI3.01ct | Princess | I | VS2 | Very Good
From $15,290
Compare at $16,530
IGISave 36.2%3.01ct | Princess | E | VS2 | Excellent
From $812
Compare at $1,272
GIASave 14.5%3.01ct | Princess | E | SI1 | Very Good
From $30,494
Compare at $35,658
GIA3.01ct | Princess | I | VS1 | Ideal
From $27,200
Compare at $27,693
GIA3.01ct | Princess | F | VS1 | Very Good
From $61,455
Compare at $64,720
GIA3.01ct | Princess | G | SI1 | Excellent
From $43,688
Compare at $47,009
GIA3.01ct | Princess | D | VS1 | Ideal
From $36,901
Compare at $40,635
GIA3.01ct | Princess | D | VS1 | Ideal
From $28,850
Compare at $31,695
GIA3.01ct | Princess | I | VS2 | Ideal
From $27,655
Compare at $28,599
3.01ct | Princess | E | SI2 | Excellent
From $38,706
Compare at $45,654
GIASave 41.9%3.01ct | Princess | I | VVS1 | Ideal
From $27,558
Compare at $47,408
3.01ct | Princess | F | SI1 | Excellent
From $33,313
Compare at $38,985
GIA3.01ct | Princess | K | VS1 | Excellent
From $19,608
Compare at $20,126
GIA3.01ct | Princess | I | VS2 | Excellent
From $33,429
Compare at $34,468
GIA3.01ct | Princess | H | SI1 | Ideal
From $34,732
Compare at $36,194
3.01ct | Princess | G | SI2 | Excellent
From $33,265
Compare at $38,929
Entry pricing in this category starts around $812.
What to Know When Shopping for 3 Carat Princess Natural Diamonds
- Always compare identical certified diamonds across retailers. Identical certificate numbers can have price differences of $85,757 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 $27,606 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.
- Princess-cut diamonds are prone to chipping at the corners. Look for protective prong settings and avoid stones with visible inclusions near the edges.
Frequently Asked Questions
We currently track 181 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $812 and go up to $86,569.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $29,359 with a median around $27,606.
The observed spread is roughly $85,757 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 $27,606, 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 $85,757 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.
Related Price Categories
Explore adjacent carat ranges and shapes to compare market shifts.
2.9 Carat Princess Natural Diamond Prices
3.1 Carat Princess Natural Diamond Prices
2.8 Carat Princess Natural Diamond Prices
3.2 Carat Princess Natural Diamond Prices
2.7 Carat Princess Natural Diamond Prices
3.3 Carat Princess Natural Diamond Prices
2.6 Carat Princess Natural Diamond Prices
3 Carat Round Natural Diamond Prices
3 Carat Oval Natural Diamond Prices
3 Carat Emerald Natural Diamond Prices
3 Carat Cushion Natural Diamond Prices
3 Carat Radiant Natural Diamond Prices
Tracking Natural inventory for 3 carat Princess diamonds.