4 Carat Natural Diamond Prices Comparison
As of May 2026, the average price of a 4 carat natural diamond is $67,963.4 carat diamonds can cost anywhere from $13,459 to $278,249 depending on shape, color, clarity, and other factors.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are flat -0%.Compare 854 verified listings across 7 retailers in the tables below.
4 Carat Natural Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 854 verified 4-carat natural diamonds listed across 7 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $13,459 to $278,249, with an average asking price of $67,963 and a median of $60,196.
The price spread of $264,790 (95.2% 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.
854 diamonds tracked in this segment
Price range: $13,459 to $278,249
Average price: $67,963
Median price: $60,196
Available across 7 retailers
Savings potential: up to 95.2%
Price Range Overview
As of May 14, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
854
$13,459
$67,963
$60,196
$278,249
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
4 Carat Natural Diamond Prices by Shape
Shape-level averages for this carat and type. Open each shape page for full market detail.
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IGI | 4.01ct | Pear | K | SI1 | Ideal
From $13,459
Compare at $14,360
IGI | 4.02ct | Princess | K | VS1 | Ideal
From $14,211
Compare at $14,705
IGI | 4.03ct | Princess | K | VVS2 | Ideal
From $14,992
Compare at $15,515
IGI | 4.02ct | Emerald | J | SI1 | Ideal
From $16,800
Compare at $16,964
Save 13%GIA | 4.01ct | Cushion | L | SI1 | Excellent
From $17,468
Compare at $20,075
IGI | 4.02ct | Emerald | K | VS1 | Ideal
From $17,677
Compare at $19,175
IGI | 4.02ct | Emerald | K | VS1 | Ideal
From $18,035
Compare at $19,125
IGI | 4.04ct | Emerald | K | SI1 | Very Good
From $18,035
Compare at $18,210
IGI | 4.03ct | Emerald | K | VS1 | Very Good
From $18,099
Compare at $19,220
IGI | 4.07ct | Emerald | K | VS1 | Very Good
From $18,258
Compare at $19,365
IGI | 4.01ct | Princess | K | VVS2 | Ideal
From $18,265
Compare at $18,755
IGI | 4.06ct | Princess | K | VVS2 | Ideal
From $18,491
Compare at $18,985
Save 11%IGI | 4ct | Round | K | SI1 | Excellent
From $20,810
Compare at $23,379
Save 10.4%IGI | 4.01ct | Round | K | SI1 | Excellent
From $21,120
Compare at $23,584
IGI | 4.03ct | Emerald | I | SI1 | Ideal
From $21,367
Compare at $22,650
IGI | 4.02ct | Emerald | K | VS1 | Very Good
From $22,544
Compare at $22,545
IGI | 4.01ct | Emerald | K | IF | Ideal
From $22,563
Compare at $22,565
IGI | 4.01ct | Round | K | SI1 | Excellent
From $22,691
Compare at $22,695
IGI | 4.03ct | Oval | K | VS2 | Very Good
From $22,914
Compare at $22,915
IGI | 4.01ct | Emerald | J | VS1 | Very Good
From $23,013
Compare at $25,375
IGI | 4.03ct | Emerald | J | VS1 | Ideal
From $23,128
Compare at $25,505
IGI | 4.03ct | Emerald | J | VS1 | Ideal
From $23,128
Compare at $25,505
IGI | 4.02ct | Round | K | VS1 | Excellent
From $23,375
Compare at $25,895
Save 37%GIA | 4.02ct | Oval | K | SI2 | Ideal
From $23,557
Compare at $37,388
Save 35.7%GIA | 4.02ct | Oval | L | VS2 | Ideal
From $23,949
Compare at $37,264
IGI | 4.01ct | Princess | J | VVS1 | Ideal
From $24,015
Compare at $24,900
IGI | 4.02ct | Princess | J | VVS1 | Very Good
From $24,075
Compare at $24,960
IGI | 4ct | Round | J | VS2 | Very Good
From $24,381
Compare at $27,017
IGI | 4.03ct | Princess | I | VVS2 | Ideal
From $24,445
Compare at $26,125
IGI | 4.01ct | Oval | J | SI1 | Very Good
From $24,530
Save 10.1%IGI | 4.07ct | Round | J | VS2 | Ideal
From $25,051
Compare at $27,859
Save 35.7%GIA | 4.02ct | Oval | K | SI2 | Excellent
From $25,295
Compare at $39,357
IGI | 4.01ct | Round | K | SI1 | Excellent
From $25,324
Compare at $25,325
Save 35.7%GIA | 4.03ct | Round | L | VS2 | Ideal
From $25,549
Compare at $39,753
Save 12.4%IGI | 4.01ct | Round | J | SI1 | Excellent
From $25,605
Compare at $29,237
Save 37.1%GIA | 4.01ct | Princess | J | SI2 | Ideal
From $25,701
Compare at $40,870
IGI | 4.03ct | Oval | K | SI1 | Ideal
From $26,030
Save 35.7%GIA | 4.02ct | Pear | K | SI1 | Excellent
From $26,120
Compare at $40,642
IGI | 4.01ct | Oval | J | SI1 | Ideal
From $26,126
Compare at $27,905
Save 35.7%GIA | 4.01ct | Oval | L | VS1 | Very Good
From $26,151
Compare at $40,691
Save 35.6%GIA | 4.01ct | Oval | K | SI2 | Very Good
From $26,171
Compare at $40,641
IGI | 4.04ct | Princess | I | VVS1 | Very Good
From $26,270
Compare at $29,035
IGI | 4.01ct | Emerald | I | SI1 | Very Good
From $26,276
Compare at $26,280
IGI | 4.01ct | Emerald | J | VS2 | Very Good
From $26,375
Compare at $28,165
IGI | 4ct | Emerald | I | VS2 | Very Good
From $26,406
Compare at $29,120
IGI | 4.08ct | Emerald | J | VS2 | Very Good
From $26,831
Compare at $26,835
IGI | 4.02ct | Oval | J | SI1 | Ideal
From $26,913
Compare at $26,915
IGI | 4.03ct | Oval | I | SI1 | Very Good
From $27,034
Compare at $27,035
GIA | 4.01ct | Round | L | VS1 | Excellent
From $27,068
Compare at $31,072
Save 30.2%GIA | 4.03ct | Emerald | L | SI2 | Ideal
From $27,275
Compare at $39,099
Entry pricing in this category starts around $13,459.
What to Know When Shopping for 4 Carat Natural Diamonds
- Always compare identical certified diamonds across retailers. Identical certificate numbers can have price differences of $264,790 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 $60,196 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
We currently track 854 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $13,459 and go up to $278,249.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $67,963 with a median around $60,196.
The observed spread is roughly $264,790 across tracked listings, which is about 95.2% 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 $60,196, 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 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 $264,790 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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