4.5 Carat Emerald Natural Diamond Prices Comparison
As of February 2026, 4.5 carat emerald natural diamonds usually range from $785 to $144,050, with an average price of $70,760.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are up 0.2%.Compare 30 verified listings across 6 retailers tracked by CaratRadar.
4.5 Carat Emerald Natural Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 30 verified 4.5-carat emerald natural diamonds listed across 6 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $785 to $144,050, with an average asking price of $70,760 and a median of $78,849.
The price spread of $143,265 (99.5% 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.
30 diamonds tracked in this segment
Price range: $785 to $144,050
Average price: $70,760
Median price: $78,849
Available across 6 retailers
Savings potential: up to 99.5%
Price Range Overview
As of Feb 28, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
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$785
$70,760
$78,849
$144,050
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
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GIA4.49ct | Emerald | H | VS2 | Excellent
From $84,069
Compare at $93,381
GIASave 33.4%4.49ct | Emerald | E | VVS1 | Excellent
From $3,966
Compare at $5,952
GIASave 14.8%4.49ct | Emerald | I | VVS2 | Excellent
From $68,158
Compare at $80,040
GIA4.5ct | Emerald | J | VS1 | Excellent
From $73,205
Compare at $76,321
GIA4.5ct | Emerald | J | VS2 | Ideal
From $51,660
Compare at $56,020
4.5ct | Emerald | G | IF | Excellent
From $87,329
Compare at $108,398
GIASave 14.8%4.5ct | Emerald | H | VVS2 | Excellent
From $90,821
Compare at $106,630
GIASave 51.9%4.51ct | Emerald | I | VS2 | Excellent
From $69,492
Compare at $144,602
GIASave 17%4.51ct | Emerald | D | SI1 | Very Good
From $59,099
Compare at $71,162
GIASave 10.8%4.51ct | Emerald | D | VVS1 | Excellent
From $144,050
Compare at $161,443
IGISave 18.6%4.51ct | Emerald | F | VS1 | Very Good
From $1,253
Compare at $1,539
GIA4.51ct | Emerald | F | VVS2 | Very Good
From $121,960
Compare at $134,055
GIA4.51ct | Emerald | J | SI1 | Excellent
From $81,248
Compare at $84,653
4.51ct | Emerald | H | VS1 | Excellent
From $110,337
Compare at $134,599
GIA4.51ct | Emerald | H | VS2 | Ideal
From $84,650
Compare at $88,009
GIASave 14.8%4.51ct | Emerald | I | VVS2 | Excellent
From $76,450
Compare at $89,768
GIASave 14.8%4.51ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | Excellent
From $97,247
Compare at $114,170
GIASave 15.9%4.51ct | Emerald | J | VS2 | Ideal
From $61,304
Compare at $72,864
GIA4.51ct | Emerald | D | VS1 | Ideal
From $133,575
Compare at $137,333
GIASave 14.8%4.51ct | Emerald | H | VS1 | Excellent
From $88,612
Compare at $104,038
GIASave 15.5%4.52ct | Emerald | J | VS1 | Excellent
From $57,464
Compare at $68,007
IGISave 82.8%4.52ct | Emerald | F | VS2 | Very Good
From $785
Compare at $4,570
GIASave 14.8%4.52ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | Excellent
From $107,209
Compare at $125,858
IGISave 75.6%4.53ct | Emerald | F | VVS2 | Very Good
From $1,273
Compare at $5,220
4.53ct | Emerald | D | SI1 | Excellent
From $103,882
Compare at $126,730
GIASave 64.1%4.53ct | Emerald | D | VVS2 | Ideal
From $3,914
Compare at $10,901
IGISave 82.7%4.53ct | Emerald | F | VVS2 | Very Good
From $901
Compare at $5,220
GIA4.53ct | Emerald | G | VS1 | Excellent
From $105,630
Compare at $116,500
GIASave 13.3%4.54ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | Excellent
From $99,596
Compare at $114,929
GIASave 35.8%4.54ct | Emerald | J | SI1 | Very Good
From $53,647
Compare at $83,572
Entry pricing in this category starts around $785.
What to Know When Shopping for 4.5 Carat Emerald Natural Diamonds
- Always compare identical certified diamonds across retailers. Identical certificate numbers can have price differences of $143,265 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 $78,849 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.
- Emerald cuts show clarity more readily due to their step-cut facets. Consider VS2 or better clarity for this shape.
Frequently Asked Questions
We currently track 30 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $785 and go up to $144,050.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $70,760 with a median around $78,849.
The observed spread is roughly $143,265 across tracked listings, which is about 99.5% 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 $78,849, 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 $143,265 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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