3 Carat Radiant Natural Diamond Prices Comparison
As of February 2026, 3 carat radiant natural diamonds usually range from $721 to $77,696, with an average price of $31,836.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are down 1.3%.Compare 376 verified listings across 7 retailers tracked by CaratRadar.
3 Carat Radiant Natural Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 376 verified 3-carat radiant natural diamonds listed across 7 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $721 to $77,696, with an average asking price of $31,836 and a median of $33,945.
The price spread of $76,975 (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.
376 diamonds tracked in this segment
Price range: $721 to $77,696
Average price: $31,836
Median price: $33,945
Available across 7 retailers
Savings potential: up to 99.1%
Price Range Overview
As of Feb 28, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
376
$721
$31,836
$33,945
$77,696
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
Live Listings
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IGISave 69.9%2.96ct | Radiant | E | VS1 | Very Good
From $767
Compare at $2,545
IGISave 61.7%2.96ct | Radiant | E | VVS2 | Ideal
From $1,293
Compare at $3,380
IGISave 70%2.97ct | Radiant | E | VS2 | Very Good
From $721
Compare at $2,405
IGISave 69.9%2.97ct | Radiant | E | VS1 | Very Good
From $769
Compare at $2,550
IGISave 42.2%3ct | Radiant | H | VS1 | Very Good
From $1,054
Compare at $1,822
IGISave 19.5%3ct | Radiant | D | VS2 | Very Good
From $780
Compare at $970
IGISave 86.3%3ct | Radiant | E | VS1 | Very Good
From $877
Compare at $6,380
GIASave 18.8%3ct | Radiant | I | SI1 | Ideal
From $32,506
Compare at $40,019
3ct | Radiant | F | SI1 | Very Good
From $36,162
Compare at $42,313
GIA3ct | Radiant | H | SI2 | Ideal
From $36,140
Compare at $39,538
GIASave 63.7%3ct | Radiant | D | VVS1 | Ideal
From $3,298
Compare at $9,095
GIASave 10.6%3ct | Radiant | I | VS1 | Ideal
From $41,341
Compare at $46,223
GIASave 13.6%3ct | Radiant | FANCY | VS2 | Very Good
From $29,911
Compare at $34,628
IGISave 81.9%3ct | Radiant | D | IF | Excellent
From $3,258
Compare at $18,000
GIA3ct | Radiant | G | SI1 | Excellent
From $47,592
Compare at $52,814
GIA3ct | Radiant | D | SI1 | Very Good
From $42,285
Compare at $43,959
GIA3ct | Radiant | G | SI1 | Excellent
From $49,860
Compare at $55,338
3ct | Radiant | I | VS2 | Excellent
From $34,317
Compare at $40,158
GIASave 36.2%3ct | Radiant | D | VS2 | Very Good
From $72,203
Compare at $113,138
IGISave 64.7%3ct | Radiant | D | VS1 | Very Good
From $871
Compare at $2,468
IGISave 28.4%3ct | Radiant | E | VVS2 | Very Good
From $1,459
Compare at $2,038
GIA3ct | Radiant | J | VS2 | Excellent
From $27,685
Compare at $30,018
GIASave 35.8%3ct | Radiant | D | VVS2 | Excellent
From $51,954
Compare at $80,951
GIASave 17.9%3ct | Radiant | J | VS2 | Ideal
From $21,370
Compare at $26,025
GIASave 18.8%3ct | Radiant | H | SI1 | Excellent
From $36,987
Compare at $45,531
GIA3ct | Radiant | J | VVS2 | Excellent
From $24,850
Compare at $25,605
GIA3ct | Radiant | I | VS2 | Very Good
From $27,000
Compare at $29,771
GIA3ct | Radiant | I | VVS2 | Very Good
From $29,667
Compare at $32,968
3.01ct | Radiant | K | VS1 | Very Good
From $22,085
Compare at $22,521
GIA3.01ct | Radiant | L | SI2 | Very Good
From $11,304
Compare at $12,060
GIASave 32.7%3.01ct | Radiant | K | VVS2 | Excellent
From $21,463
Compare at $31,882
GIA3.01ct | Radiant | H | SI1 | Excellent
From $34,582
Compare at $37,715
GIA3.01ct | Radiant | H | VS2 | Excellent
From $37,860
Compare at $41,641
GIASave 14.4%3.01ct | Radiant | G | SI2 | Very Good
From $30,817
Compare at $35,980
GIASave 25.2%3.01ct | Radiant | H | SI1 | Excellent
From $35,232
Compare at $47,125
GIASave 15.6%3.01ct | Radiant | H | VS1 | Excellent
From $35,775
Compare at $42,364
IGISave 19.8%3.01ct | Radiant | E | VS1 | Very Good
From $788
Compare at $983
3.01ct | Radiant | K | SI2 | Excellent
From $23,695
Compare at $26,858
GIASave 15.6%3.01ct | Radiant | G | SI2 | Ideal
From $35,827
Compare at $42,426
3.01ct | Radiant | H | SI2 | Excellent
From $40,101
Compare at $47,298
GIA3.01ct | Radiant | J | VS2 | Very Good
From $28,115
Compare at $29,066
GIA3.01ct | Radiant | J | VS1 | Excellent
From $29,953
Compare at $33,285
GIA3.01ct | Radiant | I | VS2 | Excellent
From $33,691
Compare at $37,310
GIA3.01ct | Radiant | I | VVS2 | Very Good
From $36,190
Compare at $40,075
GIA3.01ct | Radiant | J | VS2 | Ideal
From $24,970
Compare at $26,780
GIA3.01ct | Radiant | E | VVS1 | Very Good
From $64,878
Compare at $66,865
3.01ct | Radiant | I | VS1 | Excellent
From $45,673
Compare at $54,304
GIA3.01ct | Radiant | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $62,950
Compare at $64,941
GIASave 15.6%3.01ct | Radiant | H | SI1 | Excellent
From $31,985
Compare at $37,883
3.01ct | Radiant | G | SI1 | Excellent
From $37,365
Compare at $44,076
Entry pricing in this category starts around $721.
What to Know When Shopping for 3 Carat Radiant Natural Diamonds
- Always compare identical certified diamonds across retailers. Identical certificate numbers can have price differences of $76,975 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 $33,945 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.
- Radiant cuts combine the elegance of emerald shapes with the brilliance of round cuts, offering good value per carat.
Frequently Asked Questions
We currently track 376 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $721 and go up to $77,696.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $31,836 with a median around $33,945.
The observed spread is roughly $76,975 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 $33,945, 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 7 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 $76,975 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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