5 Carat Emerald Natural Diamond Prices Comparison
As of October 2026, 5 carat emerald natural diamonds in the 5.00–5.99 carat benchmark range usually range from $1,583 to $517,330, with an average price of $107,231.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are up 0.1%.Compare 345 verified listings across 11 retailers tracked by CaratRadar.
5 Carat Emerald Natural Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 345 verified 5-carat emerald natural diamonds in the 5.00–5.99 carat benchmark range, listed across 11 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $1,583 to $517,330, with an average asking price of $107,231 and a median of $101,518.
The price spread of $515,747 (99.7% 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.
345 diamonds tracked in the 5.00–5.99 carat benchmark
Price range: $1,583 to $517,330
Average price: $107,231
Median price: $101,518
Available across 11 retailers
Savings potential: up to 99.7%
Price Range Overview
As of Oct 15, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
345
$1,583
$107,231
$101,518
$517,330
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
Live Listings
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Save 13.2%IGI | 5.04ct | Emerald | K | SI2 | Ideal
From $23,795
Compare at $27,399
Save 10.8%IGI | 5.02ct | Emerald | K | SI1 | Ideal
From $27,518
Compare at $30,850
Save 13.3%IGI | 5.12ct | Emerald | K | SI1 | Ideal
From $28,706
Compare at $33,099
Save 19.1%HRD | 5.02ct | Emerald | K | SI1 | Ideal
From $30,650
Compare at $37,873
HRD | 5.01ct | Emerald | J | SI2 | Ideal
From $30,796
Compare at $31,662
Save 19.1%GIA | 5.24ct | Emerald | M | VS1 | Ideal
From $31,466
Compare at $38,881
IGI | 5.01ct | Emerald | J | SI1 | Ideal
From $31,695
Compare at $35,161
Save 10.1%IGI | 5.02ct | Emerald | K | VVS1 | Ideal
From $32,411
Compare at $36,064
Save 13.4%GIA | 5.03ct | Emerald | M | VS1 | Ideal
From $32,894
Compare at $37,994
Save 24.1%GIA | 5.14ct | Emerald | L | SI2 | Excellent
From $33,707
Compare at $44,381
Save 19.1%IGI | 5.08ct | Emerald | K | VS2 | Very Good
From $34,338
Compare at $42,431
Save 21.2%GIA | 5.02ct | Emerald | K | SI1 | Very Good
From $34,668
Compare at $43,995
IGI | 5.03ct | Emerald | K | VVS1 | Ideal
From $35,934
Compare at $39,883
Save 19.1%IGI | 5.01ct | Emerald | L | VS1 | Very Good
From $36,506
Compare at $45,110
Save 15.1%IGI | 5.54ct | Emerald | K | VVS1 | Ideal
From $37,019
Compare at $43,602
GIA | 5.01ct | Emerald | L | VS2 | Ideal
From $37,126
Compare at $39,920
Save 26.4%GIA | 5.02ct | Emerald | L | VS2 | Good
From $38,127
Compare at $51,824
Save 19.1%GIA | 5.01ct | Emerald | M | VS2 | Ideal
From $38,136
Compare at $47,123
Save 19.1%IGI | 5.03ct | Emerald | J | VS2 | Ideal
From $38,240
Compare at $47,253
IGI | 5.05ct | Emerald | J | VS2 | Ideal
From $38,392
Compare at $42,620
IGI | 5.01ct | Emerald | K | VS2 | Very Good
From $38,680
Compare at $42,940
Save 19.4%IGI | 5.01ct | Emerald | L | VVS1 | Very Good
From $39,120
Compare at $48,563
Save 19.4%HRD | 5ct | Emerald | J | VS1 | Ideal
From $39,659
Compare at $49,232
Save 10.3%IGI | 5.01ct | Emerald | J | VS1 | Very Good
From $39,738
Compare at $44,323
Save 10.4%IGI | 5.01ct | Emerald | I | SI1 | Very Good
From $40,417
Compare at $45,083
Save 17.6%GIA | 5.12ct | Emerald | L | SI1 | Ideal
From $40,679
Compare at $49,353
Save 10.4%IGI | 5.01ct | Emerald | J | VS1 | Very Good
From $41,370
Compare at $46,148
Save 10.4%IGI | 5.03ct | Emerald | I | SI1 | Ideal
From $41,881
Compare at $46,721
Save 10.8%HRD | 5.01ct | Emerald | K | VVS2 | Ideal
From $42,105
Compare at $47,220
Save 19.4%IGI | 5.02ct | Emerald | I | SI2 | Very Good
From $42,542
Compare at $52,810
Save 15.4%IGI | 5ct | Emerald | J | VVS1 | Ideal
From $42,742
Compare at $50,551
Save 24.3%GIA | 5.02ct | Emerald | K | SI2 | Ideal
From $42,791
Compare at $56,546
GIA | 5.1ct | Emerald | L | VS2 | Very Good
From $42,811
Compare at $45,261
Save 21.2%GIA | 5.07ct | Emerald | L | VS1 | Excellent
From $43,350
Compare at $54,996
GIA | 5.01ct | Emerald | L | VS2 | Excellent
From $43,788
Compare at $44,343
Save 21.2%GIA | 5.01ct | Emerald | L | VS2 | Excellent
From $44,030
Compare at $55,857
HRD | 5.01ct | Emerald | I | IF | Ideal
From $44,373
Compare at $49,141
Save 15.4%IGI | 5.05ct | Emerald | J | VVS1 | Ideal
From $44,601
Compare at $52,710
Save 33.5%GIA | 5.21ct | Emerald | K | SI2 | Excellent
From $45,142
Compare at $67,850
Save 24.4%GIA | 5.04ct | Emerald | K | VS1 | Ideal
From $45,224
Compare at $59,805
Save 19.4%IGI | 5.02ct | Emerald | I | VS2 | Ideal
From $45,298
Compare at $56,231
GIA | 5.01ct | Emerald | L | VS1 | Ideal
From $45,532
Compare at $46,114
Save 26.8%GIA | 5.02ct | Emerald | L | VS1 | Very Good
From $45,710
Compare at $62,419
Save 21.2%GIA | 5.17ct | Emerald | L | SI1 | Very Good
From $45,730
Compare at $58,011
Save 17.6%GIA | 5.02ct | Emerald | L | VS2 | Ideal
From $45,750
Compare at $55,523
Save 24.4%GIA | 5.01ct | Emerald | L | VVS1 | Very Good
From $45,771
Compare at $60,536
Save 11.1%GIA | 5.02ct | Emerald | L | VS1 | Excellent
From $45,799
Compare at $51,530
Save 24.4%GIA | 5.03ct | Emerald | L | VS2 | Excellent
From $45,816
Compare at $60,597
GIA | 5.01ct | Emerald | K | VS2 | Excellent
From $46,263
Compare at $49,364
Save 21.2%GIA | 5.21ct | Emerald | L | VS2 | Very Good
From $46,527
Compare at $59,021
Entry pricing in this benchmark range starts around $1,583.
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 $515,747 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 $101,518 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 345 comparable stones in the 5.00–5.99 carat benchmark range. Prices start around $1,583 and go up to $517,330.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $107,231 with a median around $101,518.
The observed spread is roughly $515,747 across tracked listings, which is about 99.7% from highest to lowest offer in the 5.00–5.99 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 $107,231. The median price is $101,518, 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 $515,747 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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