5 Carat Emerald Natural Diamond Prices Comparison
As of February 2026, 5 carat emerald natural diamonds usually range from $942 to $249,174, with an average price of $75,830.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are down 1.1%.Compare 56 verified listings across 7 retailers tracked by CaratRadar.
5 Carat Emerald Natural Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 56 verified 5-carat emerald natural diamonds listed across 7 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $942 to $249,174, with an average asking price of $75,830 and a median of $69,874.
The price spread of $248,232 (99.6% 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.
56 diamonds tracked in this segment
Price range: $942 to $249,174
Average price: $75,830
Median price: $69,874
Available across 7 retailers
Savings potential: up to 99.6%
Price Range Overview
As of Feb 28, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
56
$942
$75,830
$69,874
$249,174
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
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IGISave 75%4.97ct | Emerald | F | VS2 | Very Good
From $942
Compare at $3,775
IGISave 75.2%4.98ct | Emerald | F | VS1 | Very Good
From $975
Compare at $3,930
IGISave 63.1%4.99ct | Emerald | H | VS1 | Ideal
From $1,254
Compare at $3,397
IGISave 60%5ct | Emerald | FANCY | VVS2 | Good
From $1,544
Compare at $3,859
IGISave 74.6%5ct | Emerald | G | VS1 | Very Good
From $1,164
Compare at $4,580
GIASave 18.3%5.01ct | Emerald | J | VS2 | Excellent
From $70,348
Compare at $86,062
GIA5.01ct | Emerald | D | VVS1 | Excellent
From $249,174
Compare at $264,847
GIASave 16.5%5.01ct | Emerald | J | VS1 | Excellent
From $68,680
Compare at $82,207
GIASave 12.4%5.01ct | Emerald | F | VS2 | Very Good
From $103,693
Compare at $118,390
GIA5.01ct | Emerald | F | VVS2 | Very Good
From $141,600
Compare at $156,002
GIASave 18.2%5.01ct | Emerald | I | VS2 | Excellent
From $86,653
Compare at $105,881
5.01ct | Emerald | D | SI1 | Ideal
From $148,035
Compare at $176,654
GIASave 11%5.01ct | Emerald | H | VS1 | Very Good
From $115,101
Compare at $129,353
IGISave 57.3%5.01ct | Emerald | FANCY | VS1 | Good
From $1,103
Compare at $2,584
IGISave 57.4%5.01ct | Emerald | FANCY | VS1 | Very Good
From $1,093
Compare at $2,564
GIASave 10.4%5.01ct | Emerald | F | VS1 | Ideal
From $149,110
Compare at $166,350
GIA5.01ct | Emerald | D | VVS1 | Ideal
From $213,110
Compare at $222,217
GIASave 13.7%5.01ct | Emerald | K | SI1 | Excellent
From $44,314
Compare at $51,328
IGISave 40.5%5.01ct | Emerald | H | VS1 | Excellent
From $1,456
Compare at $2,447
GIA5.01ct | Emerald | H | VVS1 | Very Good
From $133,350
Compare at $148,005
GIASave 12.5%5.01ct | Emerald | F | VS2 | Excellent
From $145,183
Compare at $165,984
GIA5.01ct | Emerald | G | VS1 | Ideal
From $126,030
Compare at $135,260
GIASave 13.6%5.01ct | Emerald | G | VS1 | Very Good
From $122,310
Compare at $141,639
GIASave 80.2%5.01ct | Emerald | E | VS2 | Excellent
From $2,401
Compare at $12,150
GIASave 17.5%5.02ct | Emerald | F | VS1 | Ideal
From $158,005
Compare at $191,472
GIASave 81.6%5.02ct | Emerald | D | VVS1 | Excellent
From $7,816
Compare at $42,448
GIASave 23.6%5.02ct | Emerald | I | SI1 | Ideal
From $81,540
Compare at $106,738
GIASave 39.3%5.02ct | Emerald | J | VS1 | Excellent
From $68,380
Compare at $112,617
GIA5.02ct | Emerald | K | SI2 | Ideal
From $49,648
Compare at $51,438
GIASave 21.8%5.02ct | Emerald | G | VS1 | Ideal
From $109,410
Compare at $139,970
GIA5.02ct | Emerald | D | VS2 | Ideal
From $162,445
Compare at $179,319
GIASave 10.1%5.02ct | Emerald | J | VS1 | Ideal
From $69,400
Compare at $77,175
GIASave 16%5.02ct | Emerald | K | VS2 | Excellent
From $62,715
Compare at $74,698
GIASave 38.2%5.02ct | Emerald | J | VS1 | Excellent
From $68,292
Compare at $110,504
IGISave 20%5.02ct | Emerald | F | VS1 | Very Good
From $1,028
Compare at $1,285
GIASave 67.8%5.03ct | Emerald | D | VVS1 | Ideal
From $9,479
Compare at $29,429
GIA5.03ct | Emerald | F | VS1 | Excellent
From $173,191
Compare at $190,920
GIASave 10.4%5.03ct | Emerald | L | VS1 | Excellent
From $49,056
Compare at $54,731
GIASave 11.1%5.03ct | Emerald | L | VS2 | Excellent
From $55,079
Compare at $61,963
GIA5.03ct | Emerald | J | VVS2 | Very Good
From $76,913
Compare at $84,029
GIA5.03ct | Emerald | G | VS2 | Very Good
From $110,155
Compare at $111,907
IGISave 50.1%5.03ct | Emerald | FANCY | VS1 | Very Good
From $1,551
Compare at $3,112
GIASave 18.2%5.03ct | Emerald | L | VS1 | Very Good
From $48,495
Compare at $59,311
GIA5.03ct | Emerald | D | VVS2 | Excellent
From $135,780
Compare at $147,880
GIA5.03ct | Emerald | H | SI1 | Excellent
From $100,613
Compare at $110,346
IGISave 51.7%5.03ct | Emerald | FANCY | VS2 | Very Good
From $1,945
Compare at $4,027
GIASave 11.2%5.03ct | Emerald | G | VVS2 | Excellent
From $156,170
Compare at $175,800
GIA5.04ct | Emerald | J | VVS2 | Very Good
From $71,050
Compare at $78,603
GIASave 66.7%5.04ct | Emerald | D | VVS1 | Ideal
From $10,347
Compare at $31,042
GIA5.04ct | Emerald | J | SI2 | Ideal
From $55,642
Compare at $57,287
Entry pricing in this category starts around $942.
What to Know When Shopping for 5 Carat Emerald Natural Diamonds
- Always compare identical certified diamonds across retailers. Identical certificate numbers can have price differences of $248,232 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 $69,874 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 56 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $942 and go up to $249,174.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $75,830 with a median around $69,874.
The observed spread is roughly $248,232 across tracked listings, which is about 99.6% 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 $69,874, 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 $248,232 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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