3 Carat Princess Natural Diamond Prices Comparison
As of May 2026, 3 carat princess natural diamonds usually range from $1,778 to $103,353, with an average price of $32,707.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are up 0.9%.Compare 163 verified listings across 8 retailers tracked by CaratRadar.
3 Carat Princess Natural Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 163 verified 3-carat princess natural diamonds listed across 8 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $1,778 to $103,353, with an average asking price of $32,707 and a median of $29,790.
The price spread of $101,575 (98.3% 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.
163 diamonds tracked in this segment
Price range: $1,778 to $103,353
Average price: $32,707
Median price: $29,790
Available across 8 retailers
Savings potential: up to 98.3%
Price Range Overview
As of May 29, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
163
$1,778
$32,707
$29,790
$103,353
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
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Save 10.7%IGI | 3.02ct | Princess | K | VS2 | Ideal
From $9,385
Compare at $10,507
Save 10.7%IGI | 3.01ct | Princess | K | IF | Very Good
From $9,470
Compare at $10,609
IGI | 3.02ct | Princess | J | VVS2 | Ideal
From $12,550
Compare at $13,279
GIA | 3.03ct | Princess | K | VS2 | Very Good
From $12,777
Compare at $12,862
Save 25%GIA | 3.02ct | Princess | L | VVS2 | Ideal
From $12,912
Compare at $17,215
Save 13.3%GIA | 3.01ct | Princess | K | VS2 | Good
From $13,153
Compare at $15,166
Save 13.3%GIA | 3.03ct | Princess | K | VS2 | Good
From $13,241
Compare at $15,267
Save 12.8%IGI | 3.03ct | Princess | J | VVS2 | Ideal
From $13,455
Compare at $15,425
GIA | 3.01ct | Princess | K | SI1 | Ideal
From $13,488
Compare at $13,667
Save 24.1%GIA | 3.01ct | Princess | L | VVS1 | Ideal
From $13,521
Compare at $17,808
Save 34.7%GIA | 3.03ct | Princess | K | VVS1 | Ideal
From $13,925
Compare at $21,324
Save 12.6%GIA | 3.01ct | Princess | J | SI1 | Good
From $14,365
Compare at $16,443
GIA | 3.06ct | Princess | K | VVS2 | Very Good
From $14,413
Compare at $15,378
GIA | 3.03ct | Princess | K | SI1 | Very Good
From $14,492
Compare at $14,889
Save 38.4%GIA | 3.03ct | Princess | J | VS2 | Ideal
From $14,725
Compare at $23,913
Save 16.4%GIA | 3.02ct | Princess | K | VS1 | Very Good
From $15,318
Compare at $18,320
Save 32.2%GIA | 3.02ct | Princess | K | VS1 | Ideal
From $15,324
Compare at $22,610
GIA | 3.01ct | Princess | K | VS2 | Excellent
From $15,770
Compare at $17,449
Save 38.4%GIA | 3.03ct | Princess | J | SI2 | Ideal
From $15,810
Compare at $25,661
Save 32.5%GIA | 3.02ct | Princess | K | VVS1 | Very Good
From $16,070
Compare at $23,795
Save 31.2%GIA | 3.02ct | Princess | J | SI2 | Ideal
From $16,110
Compare at $23,400
Save 36.6%GIA | 3.01ct | Princess | K | VS1 | Excellent
From $16,385
Compare at $25,840
GIA | 3.05ct | Princess | K | VVS1 | Very Good
From $17,000
Compare at $18,170
Save 12.4%GIA | 3.01ct | Princess | K | SI2 | Excellent
From $17,048
Compare at $19,467
IGI | 3.01ct | Princess | H | SI1 | Very Good
From $17,060
Compare at $18,680
Save 31.5%GIA | 3.02ct | Princess | J | SI2 | Ideal
From $17,160
Compare at $25,053
Save 35.9%GIA | 3.03ct | Princess | J | SI1 | Ideal
From $17,330
Compare at $27,015
Save 13.6%GIA | 3.02ct | Princess | J | VS2 | Good
From $17,361
Compare at $20,100
GIA | 3.01ct | Princess | J | VS1 | Good
From $17,408
Compare at $17,615
IGI | 3.01ct | Princess | I | VS1 | Very Good
From $18,040
Compare at $19,610
GIA | 3ct | Princess | K | VS1 | Ideal
From $18,155
Compare at $18,904
Save 12.6%GIA | 3.01ct | Princess | K | SI1 | Excellent
From $18,451
Compare at $21,115
GIA | 3ct | Princess | J | VS1 | Very Good
From $19,065
Compare at $19,075
Save 26.8%GIA | 3ct | Princess | J | SI1 | Ideal
From $19,067
Compare at $26,050
GIA | 3.01ct | Princess | J | VS1 | Good
From $19,159
Compare at $20,029
GIA | 3.01ct | Princess | K | SI1 | Excellent
From $19,366
Compare at $20,304
GIA | 3.01ct | Princess | I | SI2 | Ideal
From $19,585
Compare at $21,592
Save 10.8%GIA | 3ct | Princess | H | SI1 | Excellent
From $20,095
Compare at $22,530
Save 15.9%IGI | 3.01ct | Princess | I | VVS1 | Ideal
From $20,395
Compare at $24,254
Save 11.7%GIA | 3.08ct | Princess | K | VS1 | Ideal
From $20,448
Compare at $23,164
GIA | 3ct | Princess | H | SI2 | Very Good
From $20,476
Compare at $20,560
IGI | 3.08ct | Princess | I | VVS2 | Very Good
From $20,600
Compare at $22,110
GIA | 3ct | Princess | H | SI1 | Excellent
From $20,714
Compare at $20,723
Save 35.9%GIA | 3.04ct | Princess | I | VS1 | Ideal
From $21,280
Compare at $33,173
Save 35.3%GIA | 3.07ct | Princess | J | VS1 | Excellent
From $21,425
Compare at $33,125
GIA | 3.02ct | Princess | J | VVS2 | Excellent
From $21,605
Compare at $21,780
Save 37.3%GIA | 3.03ct | Princess | H | SI1 | Very Good
From $21,812
Compare at $34,790
GIA | 3.01ct | Princess | I | VS2 | Excellent
From $21,865
Compare at $23,514
Save 12.3%GIA | 3.01ct | Princess | H | SI1 | Excellent
From $21,940
Compare at $25,017
Save 13.7%GIA | 3.02ct | Princess | I | VS1 | Very Good
From $22,022
Compare at $25,513
Entry pricing in this category starts around $1,778.
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 $101,575 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 $29,790 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 163 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $1,778 and go up to $103,353.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $32,707 with a median around $29,790.
The observed spread is roughly $101,575 across tracked listings, which is about 98.3% from highest to lowest offer in this bucket.
We refresh pricing data daily so these pages stay current with market changes.
Based on completed market data, the fair market benchmark is $32,707. The median price is $29,790, so offers between the median and fair benchmark can be reasonable, while reputable listings below the median may be especially competitive.
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 $101,575 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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