3 Carat Princess Natural Diamond Prices Comparison
As of April 2026, 3 carat princess natural diamonds usually range from $1,351 to $103,330, with an average price of $32,597.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are up 0.1%.Compare 127 verified listings across 6 retailers tracked by CaratRadar.
3 Carat Princess Natural Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 127 verified 3-carat princess natural diamonds listed across 6 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $1,351 to $103,330, with an average asking price of $32,596 and a median of $29,540.
The price spread of $101,979 (98.7% 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.
127 diamonds tracked in this segment
Price range: $1,351 to $103,330
Average price: $32,596
Median price: $29,540
Available across 6 retailers
Savings potential: up to 98.7%
Price Range Overview
As of Apr 14, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
127
$1,351
$32,597
$29,540
$103,330
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
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Save 29.2%GIA | 3ct | Princess | H | VVS1 | Excellent
From $23,661
Compare at $33,415
Save 14.4%GIA | 3ct | Princess | G | SI1 | Ideal
From $29,808
Compare at $34,835
GIA | 3ct | Princess | I | VS1 | Excellent
From $31,183
Compare at $33,545
Save 22.2%GIA | 3ct | Princess | H | SI2 | Very Good
From $21,020
Compare at $27,028
Save 13.7%GIA | 3ct | Princess | F | SI2 | Ideal
From $37,624
Compare at $43,577
Save 10.7%GIA | 3ct | Princess | J | VS2 | Ideal
From $24,213
Compare at $27,105
Save 37.1%GIA | 3ct | Princess | D | VS2 | Ideal
From $30,725
Compare at $48,859
Save 14.4%GIA | 3ct | Princess | H | SI1 | Excellent
From $21,562
Compare at $25,200
Save 29%GIA | 3ct | Princess | K | SI2 | Excellent
From $13,978
Compare at $19,688
Save 31.1%GIA | 3ct | Princess | H | SI2 | Ideal
From $19,030
Compare at $27,636
Save 23.7%GIA | 3ct | Princess | J | SI1 | Ideal
From $22,893
Compare at $30,020
Save 37.6%GIA | 3ct | Princess | G | VVS1 | Ideal
From $45,400
Compare at $72,758
GIA | 3ct | Princess | D | SI1 | Excellent
From $49,933
Compare at $53,133
Save 13.4%GIA | 3ct | Princess | I | SI1 | Ideal
From $24,563
Compare at $28,365
Save 29%GIA | 3ct | Princess | K | VS1 | Ideal
From $16,916
Compare at $23,827
Save 10.6%GIA | 3ct | Princess | E | SI1 | Ideal
From $34,675
Compare at $38,808
Save 11%GIA | 3ct | Princess | E | SI2 | Ideal
From $26,516
Compare at $29,809
Save 20.2%GIA | 3ct | Princess | J | SI1 | Excellent
From $27,122
Compare at $33,977
Save 37.1%GIA | 3ct | Princess | H | SI1 | Excellent
From $22,661
Compare at $36,036
Save 13.9%IGI | 3ct | Princess | H | VS1 | Ideal
From $18,673
Compare at $21,680
Save 14.4%GIA | 3.01ct | Princess | H | SI1 | Excellent
From $21,727
Compare at $25,391
Save 16.4%GIA | 3.01ct | Princess | K | SI1 | Excellent
From $17,641
Compare at $21,111
Save 33.5%GIA | 3.01ct | Princess | H | SI1 | Excellent
From $25,260
Compare at $37,995
Save 37.1%GIA | 3.01ct | Princess | G | SI2 | Excellent
From $18,721
Compare at $29,771
Save 37.1%GIA | 3.01ct | Princess | H | VS1 | Ideal
From $27,638
Compare at $43,950
GIA | 3.01ct | Princess | G | SI1 | Excellent
From $49,771
Compare at $49,775
Save 24.7%GIA | 3.01ct | Princess | D | VS1 | Ideal
From $27,541
Compare at $36,575
Save 18.2%GIA | 3.01ct | Princess | D | SI1 | Ideal
From $41,823
Compare at $51,145
GIA | 3.01ct | Princess | I | VS2 | Ideal
From $24,787
Compare at $26,485
Save 40.1%GIA | 3.01ct | Princess | F | SI2 | Good
From $20,478
Compare at $34,187
Save 14.5%GIA | 3.01ct | Princess | I | VVS1 | Ideal
From $22,889
Compare at $26,785
Save 31.9%GIA | 3.01ct | Princess | E | SI1 | Good
From $27,778
Compare at $40,775
Save 28.4%GIA | 3.01ct | Princess | L | SI1 | Excellent
From $11,865
Compare at $16,560
GIA | 3.01ct | Princess | J | VVS2 | Excellent
From $21,610
Compare at $23,040
Save 14.4%GIA | 3.01ct | Princess | I | VS2 | Ideal
From $24,469
Compare at $28,596
GIA | 3.01ct | Princess | G | SI1 | Good
From $30,496
Compare at $32,530
GIA | 3.01ct | Princess | H | SI1 | Ideal
From $27,640
Compare at $28,190
Save 33%GIA | 3.01ct | Princess | G | VS1 | Excellent
From $37,425
Compare at $55,875
Save 29%GIA | 3.01ct | Princess | K | VS1 | Excellent
From $17,344
Compare at $24,431
Save 29%GIA | 3.01ct | Princess | H | VVS2 | Good
From $30,736
Compare at $43,296
Save 36.5%GIA | 3.01ct | Princess | K | IF | Excellent
From $18,740
Compare at $29,496
GIA | 3.01ct | Princess | H | SI1 | Ideal
From $40,558
Compare at $40,560
Save 14.4%GIA | 3.01ct | Princess | E | SI1 | Ideal
From $32,856
Compare at $38,400
GIA | 3.01ct | Princess | H | VS2 | Ideal
From $25,176
Compare at $27,843
GIA | 3.01ct | Princess | I | SI1 | Ideal
From $24,441
Compare at $24,500
Save 24.2%GIA | 3.01ct | Princess | I | VVS2 | Ideal
From $27,345
Compare at $36,058
Save 14.2%GIA | 3.01ct | Princess | D | SI1 | Excellent
From $44,470
Compare at $51,815
GIA | 3.01ct | Princess | D | VS1 | Excellent
From $73,220
GIA | 3.01ct | Princess | I | VVS1 | Excellent
From $47,525
Compare at $51,369
Save 31.5%GIA | 3.01ct | Princess | F | SI2 | Good
From $24,656
Compare at $36,016
Entry pricing in this category starts around $1,351.
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 $101,979 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 $29,540 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 127 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $1,351 and go up to $103,330.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $32,596 with a median around $29,540.
The observed spread is roughly $101,979 across tracked listings, which is about 98.7% 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 $29,540, 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 $101,979 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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