4.5 Carat Oval Natural Diamond Prices Comparison

As of February 2026, 4.5 carat oval natural diamonds usually range from $1,020 to $171,432, with an average price of $59,149.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are down 0.2%.Compare 37 verified listings across 5 retailers tracked by CaratRadar.

Market Insights
Last updated: 2026-02-28

4.5 Carat Oval Natural Diamond Market Overview

CaratRadar currently tracks 37 verified 4.5-carat oval natural diamonds listed across 5 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $1,020 to $171,432, with an average asking price of $59,149 and a median of $64,022.

The price spread of $170,412 (99.4% 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.

  • 37 diamonds tracked in this segment

  • Price range: $1,020 to $171,432

  • Average price: $59,149

  • Median price: $64,022

  • Available across 5 retailers

  • Savings potential: up to 99.4%

Price Range Overview

As of Feb 28, 2026
Spread $170,412

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

$1,020$171,432
Tracked

37

Lowest

$1,020

Average

$59,149

Median

$64,022

Highest

$171,432

Price History

Price Comparison Matrix

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4.48ct | Oval | D | VVS2 | IdealGIA
Save 65%

4.48ct | Oval | D | VVS2 | Ideal

From $5,122

Compare at $14,650

4 stores
4.5ct | Oval | FANCY | VS1 | ExcellentIGI
Save 63.8%

4.5ct | Oval | FANCY | VS1 | Excellent

From $1,020

Compare at $2,814

2 stores
4.5ct | Oval | I | SI1 | Very GoodIGI

4.5ct | Oval | I | SI1 | Very Good

From $41,150

Compare at $45,720

2 stores
4.5ct | Oval | D | VS1 | ExcellentGIA
Save 12.8%

4.5ct | Oval | D | VS1 | Excellent

From $142,520

Compare at $163,459

2 stores
4.5ct | Oval | J | VVS2 | IdealGIA
Save 14.9%

4.5ct | Oval | J | VVS2 | Ideal

From $59,771

Compare at $70,199

2 stores
4.5ct | Oval | G | VS1 | ExcellentGIA
Save 14.8%

4.5ct | Oval | G | VS1 | Excellent

From $108,675

Compare at $127,578

2 stores
4.5ct | Oval | H | SI1 | ExcellentGIA
Save 14.8%

4.5ct | Oval | H | SI1 | Excellent

From $77,444

Compare at $90,935

2 stores
4.5ct | Oval | I | VS2 | ExcellentGIA
Save 13.4%

4.5ct | Oval | I | VS2 | Excellent

From $64,022

Compare at $73,903

2 stores
4.5ct | Oval | E | VVS1 | Very GoodIGI
Save 41.7%

4.5ct | Oval | E | VVS1 | Very Good

From $5,343

Compare at $9,166

3 stores
4.5ct | Oval | I | VS2 | IdealGIA
Save 57.9%

4.5ct | Oval | I | VS2 | Ideal

From $68,427

Compare at $162,402

2 stores
4.5ct | Oval | H | SI2 | IdealGIA

4.5ct | Oval | H | SI2 | Ideal

From $68,680

Compare at $73,357

2 stores
4.5ct | Oval | J | VS2 | IdealGIA
Save 60.2%

4.5ct | Oval | J | VS2 | Ideal

From $58,900

Compare at $147,982

3 stores
GIA
Save 18.1%

4.5ct | Oval | H | SI2 | Excellent

From $67,129

Compare at $81,918

2 stores
4.51ct | Oval | E | VS1 | Very GoodIGI
Save 19%

4.51ct | Oval | E | VS1 | Very Good

From $1,118

Compare at $1,381

2 stores
4.51ct | Oval | F | VS2 | ExcellentGIA
Save 14.8%

4.51ct | Oval | F | VS2 | Excellent

From $104,560

Compare at $122,750

2 stores
4.51ct | Oval | H | VVS2 | GoodIGI
Save 52.6%

4.51ct | Oval | H | VVS2 | Good

From $1,218

Compare at $2,568

2 stores
4.51ct | Oval | FANCY | VS1 | GoodIGI
Save 59.2%

4.51ct | Oval | FANCY | VS1 | Good

From $1,374

Compare at $3,369

2 stores
4.51ct | Oval | F | VVS2 | Very GoodIGI
Save 88%

4.51ct | Oval | F | VVS2 | Very Good

From $1,230

Compare at $10,270

3 stores
4.51ct | Oval | F | VS1 | Very GoodIGI
Save 18%

4.51ct | Oval | F | VS1 | Very Good

From $1,063

Compare at $1,296

2 stores
4.51ct | Oval | F | VS1 | ExcellentGIA
Save 12.8%

4.51ct | Oval | F | VS1 | Excellent

From $116,308

Compare at $133,408

2 stores
4.51ct | Oval | E | SI2 | IdealGIA
Save 57.9%

4.51ct | Oval | E | SI2 | Ideal

From $68,773

Compare at $163,226

2 stores
4.51ct | Oval | I | VS1 | ExcellentGIA
Save 14.8%

4.51ct | Oval | I | VS1 | Excellent

From $72,301

Compare at $84,899

2 stores
4.51ct | Oval | H | SI1 | IdealGIA

4.51ct | Oval | H | SI1 | Ideal

From $97,374

Compare at $101,358

2 stores
4.51ct | Oval | G | VS2 | ExcellentGIA
Save 14.8%

4.51ct | Oval | G | VS2 | Excellent

From $105,546

Compare at $123,906

2 stores
4.52ct | Oval | I | VS1 | IdealGIA

4.52ct | Oval | I | VS1 | Ideal

From $73,910

Compare at $77,381

2 stores
4.52ct | Oval | D | VVS2 | IdealGIA
Save 66.3%

4.52ct | Oval | D | VVS2 | Ideal

From $5,233

Compare at $15,521

4 stores
4.52ct | Oval | K | VS1 | ExcellentGIA
Save 39%

4.52ct | Oval | K | VS1 | Excellent

From $58,562

Compare at $96,064

3 stores
4.52ct | Oval | E | VS2 | ExcellentGIA
Save 12.8%

4.52ct | Oval | E | VS2 | Excellent

From $125,532

Compare at $143,983

2 stores
4.52ct | Oval | J | SI2 | Very GoodGIA

4.52ct | Oval | J | SI2 | Very Good

From $44,470

Compare at $44,528

2 stores
4.52ct | Oval | I | SI2 | IdealGIA
Save 18.4%

4.52ct | Oval | I | SI2 | Ideal

From $48,920

Compare at $59,987

2 stores
4.52ct | Oval | H | SI2 | ExcellentGIA
Save 14.8%

4.52ct | Oval | H | SI2 | Excellent

From $64,508

Compare at $75,756

2 stores
GIA
Save 18%

4.52ct | Oval | F | VS2 | Excellent

From $116,609

Compare at $142,248

2 stores
4.53ct | Oval | D | VVS2 | Very GoodGIA
Save 15.6%

4.53ct | Oval | D | VVS2 | Very Good

From $171,432

Compare at $203,129

2 stores
4.53ct | Oval | K | VS2 | Very GoodGIA
Save 12.8%

4.53ct | Oval | K | VS2 | Very Good

From $58,590

Compare at $67,172

3 stores
4.53ct | Oval | I | VS2 | ExcellentGIA
Save 14.8%

4.53ct | Oval | I | VS2 | Excellent

From $72,257

Compare at $84,847

2 stores
4.54ct | Oval | D | VVS1 | IdealGIA
Save 66.2%

4.54ct | Oval | D | VVS1 | Ideal

From $7,996

Compare at $23,683

4 stores
4.54ct | Oval | H | VS1 | IdealIGI
Save 84.7%

4.54ct | Oval | H | VS1 | Ideal

From $1,415

Compare at $9,220

2 stores

Entry pricing in this category starts around $1,020.

What to Know When Shopping for 4.5 Carat Oval Natural Diamonds

  1. Always compare identical certified diamonds across retailers. Identical certificate numbers can have price differences of $170,412 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 $64,022 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. Compare natural vs. lab-grown options for the same carat and shape. Lab-grown diamonds are chemically identical but often 30-50% less expensive.
  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. Oval diamonds can appear larger than rounds of the same carat weight due to their elongated face-up area. Watch for the bow-tie effect in lower-quality cuts.

Frequently Asked Questions

We currently track 37 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $1,020 and go up to $171,432.

Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $59,149 with a median around $64,022.

The observed spread is roughly $170,412 across tracked listings, which is about 99.4% 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 $64,022, 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 5 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 $170,412 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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