4.5 Carat Emerald Natural Diamond Prices Comparison
As of October 2026, 4.5 carat emerald natural diamonds in the 4.50–4.99 carat benchmark range usually range from $1,694 to $366,130, with an average price of $89,924.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are up 0.5%.Compare 57 verified listings across 7 retailers tracked by CaratRadar.
4.5 Carat Emerald Natural Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 57 verified 4.5-carat emerald natural diamonds in the 4.50–4.99 carat benchmark range, listed across 7 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $1,694 to $366,130, with an average asking price of $89,924 and a median of $87,570.
The price spread of $364,436 (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 use the same benchmark range throughout the page and 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.
57 diamonds tracked in the 4.50–4.99 carat benchmark
Price range: $1,694 to $366,130
Average price: $89,924
Median price: $87,570
Available across 7 retailers
Savings potential: up to 99.5%
Price Range Overview
As of Oct 14, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
57
$1,694
$89,924
$87,570
$366,130
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
Live Listings
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Save 19.1%IGI | 4.51ct | Emerald | J | SI1 | Very Good
From $30,171
Compare at $37,281
Save 26.4%IGI | 4.51ct | Emerald | J | VS1 | Very Good
From $33,385
Compare at $45,373
Save 10.9%IGI | 4.51ct | Emerald | I | VS1 | Very Good
From $36,620
Compare at $41,109
Save 17.6%GIA | 4.51ct | Emerald | J | VS1 | Ideal
From $45,075
Compare at $54,702
GIA | 4.5ct | Emerald | K | VS1 | Excellent
From $45,519
Compare at $46,102
Save 24.4%GIA | 4.52ct | Emerald | J | VS2 | Very Good
From $45,719
Compare at $60,467
Save 11.1%GIA | 4.51ct | Emerald | K | VS1 | Excellent
From $46,102
Compare at $51,870
Save 21.2%GIA | 4.88ct | Emerald | K | VS1 | Very Good
From $47,481
Compare at $60,230
GIA | 4.53ct | Emerald | K | VS1 | Very Good
From $48,291
Compare at $48,565
Save 12.7%IGI | 4.5ct | Emerald | I | VVS1 | Very Good
From $48,452
Compare at $55,489
Save 15.1%IGI | 4.81ct | Emerald | I | VVS1 | Very Good
From $50,382
Compare at $59,312
GIA | 4.52ct | Emerald | J | VS2 | Ideal
From $51,641
Compare at $55,435
GIA | 4.7ct | Emerald | J | VVS2 | Excellent
From $52,596
Compare at $53,037
Save 12.7%IGI | 4.52ct | Emerald | H | VS2 | Ideal
From $52,623
Compare at $60,284
Save 12.4%GIA | 4.52ct | Emerald | I | VS1 | Ideal
From $53,410
Compare at $61,000
Save 10.1%GIA | 4.51ct | Emerald | J | VS2 | Excellent
From $53,994
Compare at $60,077
Save 10.1%GIA | 4.5ct | Emerald | J | VVS2 | Excellent
From $54,644
Compare at $60,800
GIA | 4.71ct | Emerald | J | VS1 | Ideal
From $55,219
Compare at $55,675
GIA | 4.51ct | Emerald | I | SI1 | Ideal
From $56,219
Compare at $60,415
GIA | 4.51ct | Emerald | D | SI1 | Very Good
From $56,371
Compare at $59,099
GIA | 4.52ct | Emerald | J | VS1 | Very Good
From $57,067
Compare at $58,287
GIA | 4.61ct | Emerald | J | VVS2 | Excellent
From $57,364
Compare at $58,109
Save 19.4%GIA | 4.5ct | Emerald | J | VS1 | Excellent
From $57,423
Compare at $71,284
GIA | 4.5ct | Emerald | J | VS1 | Ideal
From $59,765
Compare at $63,117
GIA | 4.5ct | Emerald | I | VS2 | Very Good
From $64,761
Compare at $67,147
GIA | 4.5ct | Emerald | I | VS2 | Ideal
From $66,306
Compare at $68,525
Save 25.6%GIA | 4.6ct | Emerald | I | VS2 | Excellent
From $68,277
Compare at $91,770
GIA | 4.67ct | Emerald | J | VVS2 | Excellent
From $69,316
Compare at $72,670
GIA | 4.7ct | Emerald | I | VS2 | Very Good
From $69,761
Compare at $73,137
GIA | 4.6ct | Emerald | I | VS1 | Excellent
From $70,841
Compare at $73,551
Save 10.4%GIA | 4.5ct | Emerald | H | VS2 | Ideal
From $76,475
Compare at $85,396
GIA | 4.5ct | Emerald | G | IF | Excellent
From $80,211
Compare at $86,346
GIA | 4.61ct | Emerald | G | VS1 | Ideal
From $80,258
Compare at $86,649
Save 25.6%GIA | 4.5ct | Emerald | F | VVS2 | Excellent
From $81,758
Compare at $109,890
Save 25.6%GIA | 4.51ct | Emerald | H | VS2 | Ideal
From $82,795
Compare at $111,284
Save 26.8%GIA | 4.84ct | Emerald | I | VVS2 | Very Good
From $83,466
Compare at $113,976
GIA | 4.5ct | Emerald | G | VVS2 | Good
From $86,780
Compare at $87,894
Save 22%GIA | 4.5ct | Emerald | H | VVS2 | Excellent
From $88,136
Compare at $112,995
Save 22%GIA | 4.51ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | Excellent
From $89,044
Compare at $114,159
GIA | 4.5ct | Emerald | G | VS2
From $89,756
Compare at $89,760
GIA | 4.53ct | Emerald | D | SI1 | Excellent
From $99,087
Compare at $103,882
GIA | 4.51ct | Emerald | H | VS1 | Ideal
From $100,894
Compare at $108,121
Save 10.5%GIA | 4.5ct | Emerald | I | VS1 | Ideal
From $102,786
Compare at $114,896
Save 12.8%GIA | 4.52ct | Emerald | I | VS1 | Excellent
From $103,409
Compare at $118,630
GIA | 4.51ct | Emerald | H | VS1 | Excellent
From $105,243
Compare at $110,337
GIA | 4.77ct | Emerald | E | VS2 | Excellent
From $107,635
Compare at $116,251
Save 25.7%GIA | 4.52ct | Emerald | F | VS2 | Ideal
From $107,867
Compare at $145,228
GIA | 4.51ct | Emerald | E | VS1 | Excellent
From $108,139
Compare at $118,135
Save 12.8%GIA | 4.51ct | Emerald | I | VVS2 | Excellent
From $110,730
Compare at $127,027
GIA | 4.58ct | Emerald | D | VS2 | Ideal
From $112,872
Compare at $123,297
Entry pricing in this benchmark range starts around $1,694.
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 $364,436 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 $87,570 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 57 comparable stones in the 4.50–4.99 carat benchmark range. Prices start around $1,694 and go up to $366,130.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $89,924 with a median around $87,570.
The observed spread is roughly $364,436 across tracked listings, which is about 99.5% from highest to lowest offer in the 4.50–4.99 carat benchmark range.
We refresh pricing data daily so these pages stay current with market changes.
Based on completed market data, the fair market benchmark is $89,924. The median price is $87,570, 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 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 $364,436 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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