4.5 Carat Cushion Lab Grown Diamond Prices Comparison

As of February 2026, 4.5 carat cushion lab grown diamonds usually range from $933 to $39,400, with an average price of $3,112.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are down 2.1%.Compare 352 verified listings across 11 retailers tracked by CaratRadar.

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Last updated: 2026-02-28

4.5 Carat Cushion Lab Grown Diamond Market Overview

CaratRadar currently tracks 352 verified 4.5-carat cushion lab grown diamonds listed across 11 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $933 to $39,400, with an average asking price of $3,112 and a median of $1,844.

The price spread of $38,467 (97.6% 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.

  • 352 diamonds tracked in this segment

  • Price range: $933 to $39,400

  • Average price: $3,112

  • Median price: $1,844

  • Available across 11 retailers

  • Savings potential: up to 97.6%

Price Range Overview

As of Feb 28, 2026
Spread $38,467

Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.

$933$39,400
Tracked

352

Lowest

$933

Average

$3,112

Median

$1,844

Highest

$39,400

Price History

Price Comparison Matrix

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4.46ct | Cushion | E | VVS2 | IdealIGI
Save 75.7%

4.46ct | Cushion | E | VVS2 | Ideal

From $2,589

Compare at $10,670

4 stores
4.46ct | Cushion | E | VVS1 | ExcellentGIA
Save 45.3%

4.46ct | Cushion | E | VVS1 | Excellent

From $12,370

Compare at $22,620

2 stores
4.46ct | Cushion | D | IF | Very GoodIGI
Save 75.3%

4.46ct | Cushion | D | IF | Very Good

From $12,425

Compare at $50,210

7 stores
4.46ct | Cushion | E | VVS2 | Very GoodIGI
Save 19%

4.46ct | Cushion | E | VVS2 | Very Good

From $1,740

Compare at $2,147

2 stores
4.46ct | Cushion | E | VVS2 | Very GoodIGI
Save 34.7%

4.46ct | Cushion | E | VVS2 | Very Good

From $2,075

Compare at $3,178

2 stores
4.46ct | Cushion | E | VVS2 | Very GoodIGI
Save 34.7%

4.46ct | Cushion | E | VVS2 | Very Good

From $2,075

Compare at $3,178

2 stores
4.47ct | Cushion | F | VS1 | ExcellentIGI
Save 78.2%

4.47ct | Cushion | F | VS1 | Excellent

From $1,998

Compare at $9,170

2 stores
4.47ct | Cushion | F | VVS2 | Very GoodIGI
Save 86.8%

4.47ct | Cushion | F | VVS2 | Very Good

From $1,252

Compare at $9,490

8 stores
4.47ct | Cushion | D | VVS1 | Very GoodIGI
Save 32.3%

4.47ct | Cushion | D | VVS1 | Very Good

From $3,635

Compare at $5,366

2 stores
4.47ct | Cushion | H | VS1 | Very GoodIGI
Save 64.7%

4.47ct | Cushion | H | VS1 | Very Good

From $2,235

Compare at $6,330

3 stores
4.47ct | Cushion | E | VVS1 | IdealIGI
Save 73.3%

4.47ct | Cushion | E | VVS1 | Ideal

From $3,315

Compare at $12,400

5 stores
4.47ct | Cushion | F | VS1 | ExcellentGIA
Save 81.6%

4.47ct | Cushion | F | VS1 | Excellent

From $2,546

Compare at $13,840

5 stores
4.48ct | Cushion | E | VVS1 | IdealIGI
Save 81.6%

4.48ct | Cushion | E | VVS1 | Ideal

From $3,401

Compare at $18,440

4 stores
4.48ct | Cushion | E | VS1 | IdealIGI
Save 71.6%

4.48ct | Cushion | E | VS1 | Ideal

From $1,095

Compare at $3,850

4 stores
4.48ct | Cushion | D | IF | Very GoodIGI
Save 75.3%

4.48ct | Cushion | D | IF | Very Good

From $12,481

Compare at $50,435

7 stores
4.48ct | Cushion | F | SI1 | IdealGIA
Save 37.2%

4.48ct | Cushion | F | SI1 | Ideal

From $4,462

Compare at $7,100

2 stores
4.48ct | Cushion | F | VS1 | Very GoodIGI
Save 67.1%

4.48ct | Cushion | F | VS1 | Very Good

From $1,797

Compare at $5,460

5 stores
4.48ct | Cushion | D | IF | GoodIGI
Save 65.4%

4.48ct | Cushion | D | IF | Good

From $12,480

Compare at $36,025

5 stores
4.48ct | Cushion | D | VS1 | Very GoodIGI
Save 87.4%

4.48ct | Cushion | D | VS1 | Very Good

From $1,356

Compare at $10,790

8 stores
4.48ct | Cushion | D | VVS1 | ExcellentGIA
Save 82.3%

4.48ct | Cushion | D | VVS1 | Excellent

From $5,034

Compare at $28,400

6 stores
4.48ct | Cushion | E | VVS2 | ExcellentGIA
Save 67.2%

4.48ct | Cushion | E | VVS2 | Excellent

From $3,751

Compare at $11,440

3 stores
4.48ct | Cushion | D | IF | ExcellentGIA
Save 80.6%

4.48ct | Cushion | D | IF | Excellent

From $11,227

Compare at $57,920

6 stores
4.49ct | Cushion | F | VVS2 | Very GoodIGI
Save 85.4%

4.49ct | Cushion | F | VVS2 | Very Good

From $1,389

Compare at $9,540

5 stores
4.49ct | Cushion | F | VS2 | IdealIGI
Save 85.7%

4.49ct | Cushion | F | VS2 | Ideal

From $1,296

Compare at $9,060

4 stores
4.49ct | Cushion | E | VVS2 | ExcellentIGI
Save 86.2%

4.49ct | Cushion | E | VVS2 | Excellent

From $1,481

Compare at $10,740

4 stores
4.49ct | Cushion | D | IF | IdealIGI
Save 75.3%

4.49ct | Cushion | D | IF | Ideal

From $12,508

Compare at $50,548

8 stores
4.49ct | Cushion | E | VVS2 | ExcellentGIA
Save 69.9%

4.49ct | Cushion | E | VVS2 | Excellent

From $3,457

Compare at $11,490

3 stores
4.49ct | Cushion | D | VVS1 | GoodGIA
Save 74.1%

4.49ct | Cushion | D | VVS1 | Good

From $7,332

Compare at $28,330

6 stores
4.49ct | Cushion | D | VS1 | ExcellentIGI
Save 82.6%

4.49ct | Cushion | D | VS1 | Excellent

From $2,195

Compare at $12,650

3 stores
4.49ct | Cushion | D | IF | IdealIGI
Save 62.7%

4.49ct | Cushion | D | IF | Ideal

From $8,689

Compare at $23,320

7 stores
4.49ct | Cushion | G | VS1 | IdealIGI
Save 86.8%

4.49ct | Cushion | G | VS1 | Ideal

From $1,005

Compare at $7,620

3 stores
4.49ct | Cushion | D | VVS1 | IdealIGI
Save 74.8%

4.49ct | Cushion | D | VVS1 | Ideal

From $3,664

Compare at $14,520

6 stores
4.49ct | Cushion | G | VS1 | Very GoodIGI
Save 88.1%

4.49ct | Cushion | G | VS1 | Very Good

From $1,123

Compare at $9,420

5 stores
4.49ct | Cushion | D | VVS1 | ExcellentGIA
Save 67.2%

4.49ct | Cushion | D | VVS1 | Excellent

From $5,785

Compare at $17,625

6 stores
4.5ct | Cushion | G | VS1 | Very GoodIGI
Save 76.9%

4.5ct | Cushion | G | VS1 | Very Good

From $2,253

Compare at $9,740

2 stores
4.5ct | Cushion | E | VVS1 | GoodGIA
Save 82.1%

4.5ct | Cushion | E | VVS1 | Good

From $3,917

Compare at $21,860

8 stores
4.5ct | Cushion | G | VS1 | IdealIGI
Save 86.6%

4.5ct | Cushion | G | VS1 | Ideal

From $1,155

Compare at $8,650

4 stores
4.5ct | Cushion | FANCY | VS1 | Very GoodIGI
Save 48%

4.5ct | Cushion | FANCY | VS1 | Very Good

From $1,235

Compare at $2,377

2 stores
4.5ct | Cushion | D | IF | ExcellentIGI
Save 65%

4.5ct | Cushion | D | IF | Excellent

From $13,591

Compare at $38,867

5 stores
4.5ct | Cushion | F | VS2 | ExcellentIGI
Save 79.8%

4.5ct | Cushion | F | VS2 | Excellent

From $974

Compare at $4,810

8 stores
4.5ct | Cushion | G | VVS2 | Very GoodIGI
Save 76.9%

4.5ct | Cushion | G | VVS2 | Very Good

From $2,265

Compare at $9,790

2 stores
4.5ct | Cushion | F | VVS2 | Very GoodIGI
Save 81.4%

4.5ct | Cushion | F | VVS2 | Very Good

From $1,819

Compare at $9,790

3 stores
4.5ct | Cushion | F | VS1 | Very GoodIGI
Save 77.1%

4.5ct | Cushion | F | VS1 | Very Good

From $1,834

Compare at $8,000

3 stores
4.5ct | Cushion | E | VVS2 | IdealGCAL
Save 70.9%

4.5ct | Cushion | E | VVS2 | Ideal

From $2,542

Compare at $8,750

2 stores
4.5ct | Cushion | G | VS2 | Very GoodIGI
Save 53.3%

4.5ct | Cushion | G | VS2 | Very Good

From $19,390

Compare at $41,551

2 stores
4.5ct | Cushion | D | VVS2 | ExcellentIGI
Save 82.8%

4.5ct | Cushion | D | VVS2 | Excellent

From $2,454

Compare at $14,300

3 stores
4.5ct | Cushion | E | VVS2 | Very GoodIGI
Save 82%

4.5ct | Cushion | E | VVS2 | Very Good

From $3,464

Compare at $19,210

4 stores
4.5ct | Cushion | D | VVS1 | IdealIGI
Save 80.1%

4.5ct | Cushion | D | VVS1 | Ideal

From $2,920

Compare at $14,650

6 stores
4.5ct | Cushion | F | VVS2 | IdealIGI
Save 78.7%

4.5ct | Cushion | F | VVS2 | Ideal

From $1,859

Compare at $8,740

4 stores
4.5ct | Cushion | FANCY | VS2 | Very GoodIGI
Save 46%

4.5ct | Cushion | FANCY | VS2 | Very Good

From $2,051

Compare at $3,800

2 stores

Entry pricing in this category starts around $933.

What to Know When Shopping for 4.5 Carat Cushion Lab Grown Diamonds

  1. Always compare identical certified diamonds across retailers. Identical certificate numbers can have price differences of $38,467 or more.
  2. 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.
  3. The median price of $1,844 is a useful benchmark. If you see a deal significantly below this, verify the retailer's reputation and return policy.
  4. 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.
  5. Lab-grown diamonds offer excellent value. Ensure the stone comes with a GIA or IGI certificate confirming it is laboratory-grown.
  6. Check shipping, insurance, and return policies. The lowest sticker price is not always the best deal once you factor in total cost of purchase.
  7. Cushion cuts come in standard and modified brilliant varieties. Modified brilliants tend to show more fire, while standard cushions have broader facets.

Frequently Asked Questions

We currently track 352 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $933 and go up to $39,400.

Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $3,112 with a median around $1,844.

The observed spread is roughly $38,467 across tracked listings, which is about 97.6% 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 $1,844, 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 11 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 $38,467 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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