4 Carat Emerald Natural Diamond Prices Comparison
As of October 2026, 4 carat emerald natural diamonds in the 4.00–4.49 carat benchmark range usually range from $1,491 to $243,046, with an average price of $68,638.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are down 0.2%.Compare 241 verified listings across 11 retailers tracked by CaratRadar.
4 Carat Emerald Natural Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 241 verified 4-carat emerald natural diamonds in the 4.00–4.49 carat benchmark range, listed across 11 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $1,491 to $243,046, with an average asking price of $68,638 and a median of $66,827.
The price spread of $241,555 (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 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.
241 diamonds tracked in the 4.00–4.49 carat benchmark
Price range: $1,491 to $243,046
Average price: $68,638
Median price: $66,827
Available across 11 retailers
Savings potential: up to 99.4%
Price Range Overview
As of Oct 13, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
241
$1,491
$68,638
$66,827
$243,046
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
Live Listings
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Save 19.6%GIA | 4.01ct | Emerald | L | SI2 | Very Good
From $12,789
Compare at $15,915
Save 16.1%IGI | 4.05ct | Emerald | L | VVS1 | Very Good
From $15,766
Compare at $18,784
Save 15%IGI | 4.04ct | Emerald | K | SI1 | Very Good
From $17,047
Compare at $20,044
Save 12%IGI | 4.02ct | Emerald | K | VS1 | Very Good
From $18,447
Compare at $20,960
Save 10.5%HRD | 4.01ct | Emerald | K | VVS2 | Ideal
From $21,111
Compare at $23,578
Save 11.9%IGI | 4ct | Emerald | J | VS1 | Good
From $21,630
Compare at $24,540
Save 18%GIA | 4.01ct | Emerald | L | VS2 | Very Good
From $25,290
Compare at $30,836
Save 10.8%IGI | 4.02ct | Emerald | J | VS2 | Very Good
From $25,667
Compare at $28,766
Save 10.8%IGI | 4.03ct | Emerald | J | VS2 | Very Good
From $25,731
Compare at $28,837
GIA | 4ct | Emerald | K | VS2 | Excellent
From $27,675
Compare at $30,512
Save 16.1%IGI | 4ct | Emerald | J | VVS1 | Ideal
From $27,697
Compare at $32,994
Save 19.1%IGI | 4.01ct | Emerald | J | VVS2 | Ideal
From $28,014
Compare at $34,616
Save 26.4%GIA | 4.02ct | Emerald | L | VS1 | Excellent
From $28,038
Compare at $38,110
Save 10.8%IGI | 4.04ct | Emerald | I | SI1 | Very Good
From $28,222
Compare at $31,643
Save 20.2%IGI | 4.11ct | Emerald | J | VS1 | Very Good
From $28,357
Compare at $35,537
Save 44.6%GIA | 4.17ct | Emerald | K | VVS2 | Very Good
From $28,524
Compare at $51,477
Save 23.3%GIA | 4.01ct | Emerald | K | SI1 | Ideal
From $29,388
Compare at $38,332
Save 21.1%IGI | 4.01ct | Emerald | J | VS1 | Very Good
From $30,489
Compare at $38,641
Save 21.1%IGI | 4.04ct | Emerald | I | VS2 | Very Good
From $30,950
Compare at $39,224
Save 17.1%GIA | 4.01ct | Emerald | K | VS2 | Very Good
From $31,727
Compare at $38,286
IGI | 4.01ct | Emerald | I | VS1 | Ideal
From $31,767
Compare at $35,241
Save 18.9%GIA | 4.2ct | Emerald | L | VVS1 | Excellent
From $32,186
Compare at $39,667
Save 11.4%GIA | 4.02ct | Emerald | H | SI1 | Ideal
From $32,510
Compare at $36,706
GIA | 4.01ct | Emerald | K | VS2 | Excellent
From $33,027
Compare at $36,280
Save 17.2%GIA | 4.02ct | Emerald | K | VVS2 | Excellent
From $34,610
Compare at $41,777
GIA | 4ct | Emerald | J | VS2 | Ideal
From $34,871
Compare at $35,217
GIA | 4.02ct | Emerald | K | SI1 | Excellent
From $35,101
Compare at $38,265
Save 17.2%GIA | 4.2ct | Emerald | K | VS1 | Very Good
From $35,524
Compare at $42,884
GIA | 4.01ct | Emerald | K | VS1 | Excellent
From $35,865
Compare at $35,978
GIA | 4ct | Emerald | G | SI2 | Excellent
From $35,938
Compare at $36,369
Save 11.4%GIA | 4.01ct | Emerald | J | VS2 | Excellent
From $36,490
Compare at $41,201
Save 24.1%GIA | 4.01ct | Emerald | K | VVS2 | Good
From $36,500
Compare at $48,121
Save 24.2%GIA | 4.19ct | Emerald | K | VS2 | Excellent
From $36,560
Compare at $48,201
Save 21.6%GIA | 4.01ct | Emerald | K | VS2 | Ideal
From $36,716
Compare at $46,842
Save 17.2%GIA | 4.02ct | Emerald | K | VS2 | Excellent
From $36,807
Compare at $44,438
IGI | 4.02ct | Emerald | I | VVS1 | Very Good
From $37,325
Compare at $38,871
Save 28.6%GIA | 4.06ct | Emerald | K | VVS1 | Ideal
From $37,361
Compare at $52,354
GIA | 4.04ct | Emerald | K | SI1 | Ideal
From $37,373
Compare at $37,739
Save 17.2%GIA | 4.02ct | Emerald | J | VS1 | Ideal
From $38,148
Compare at $46,061
Save 17.2%GIA | 4.02ct | Emerald | K | VS1 | Ideal
From $38,296
Compare at $46,241
Save 21.2%GIA | 4.01ct | Emerald | J | VS2 | Excellent
From $38,766
Compare at $49,187
Save 17.2%GIA | 4.01ct | Emerald | H | SI1 | Excellent
From $38,930
Compare at $47,010
Save 13.5%IGI | 4.01ct | Emerald | H | VVS2 | Very Good
From $39,280
Compare at $45,390
Save 26.8%GIA | 4.02ct | Emerald | K | SI2 | Very Good
From $39,320
Compare at $53,692
Save 17.6%GIA | 4.01ct | Emerald | J | VVS2 | Excellent
From $39,380
Compare at $47,773
Save 10.4%GIA | 4.03ct | Emerald | K | VVS2 | Excellent
From $39,638
Compare at $44,242
GIA | 4ct | Emerald | J | VS2 | Ideal
From $39,955
Compare at $43,902
Save 11.4%GIA | 4.01ct | Emerald | J | SI1 | Excellent
From $40,280
Compare at $45,473
GIA | 4.01ct | Emerald | J | VS1 | Ideal
From $40,995
Compare at $45,047
GIA | 4.02ct | Emerald | K | VVS2 | Ideal
From $41,105
Compare at $41,691
Entry pricing in this benchmark range starts around $1,491.
What to Know When Shopping for 4 Carat Emerald Natural Diamonds
- Always compare identical certified diamonds across retailers. Identical certificate numbers can have price differences of $241,555 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 $66,827 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 241 comparable stones in the 4.00–4.49 carat benchmark range. Prices start around $1,491 and go up to $243,046.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $68,638 with a median around $66,827.
The observed spread is roughly $241,555 across tracked listings, which is about 99.4% from highest to lowest offer in the 4.00–4.49 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 $68,638. The median price is $66,827, 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 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 $241,555 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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