5 Carat Natural Diamond Prices Comparison
As of June 2026, the average price of a 5 carat natural diamond is $106,034.5 carat diamonds can cost anywhere from $1,583 to $394,454 depending on shape, color, clarity, and other factors.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are down 0.2%.Compare 1,219 verified listings across 11 retailers in the tables below.
5 Carat Natural Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 1,219 verified 5-carat natural diamonds listed across 11 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $1,583 to $394,454, with an average asking price of $106,034 and a median of $97,761.
The price spread of $392,872 (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.
1,219 diamonds tracked in this segment
Price range: $1,583 to $394,454
Average price: $106,034
Median price: $97,761
Available across 11 retailers
Savings potential: up to 99.6%
Price Range Overview
As of Jun 11, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
1,219
$1,583
$106,034
$97,761
$394,454
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
5 Carat Natural Diamond Prices by Shape
Shape-level averages for this carat and type. Open each shape page for full market detail.
Live Listings
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Save 42.4%GIA | 5.04ct | Oval | L | SI2 | Very Good
From $26,362
Compare at $45,782
GIA | 5.01ct | Cushion | K | SI2 | Very Good
From $27,819
Compare at $28,037
Save 19%IGI | 5.03ct | Emerald | K | VS2 | Ideal
From $28,000
Compare at $34,569
Save 25.7%GIA | 5.02ct | Oval | L | SI2 | Ideal
From $28,701
Compare at $38,622
GIA | 5.02ct | Cushion | K | SI1 | Good
From $29,087
Compare at $30,422
Save 10.8%GIA | 5.03ct | Princess | L | SI2 | Very Good
From $29,161
Compare at $32,679
Save 40.6%GIA | 5.05ct | Cushion | L | SI1 | Excellent
From $29,424
Compare at $49,575
Save 16.3%IGI | 5.03ct | Princess | K | VVS2 | Ideal
From $30,555
Compare at $36,511
Save 16.3%IGI | 5.05ct | Princess | K | VVS2 | Ideal
From $30,680
Compare at $36,656
Save 16.3%IGI | 5.07ct | Princess | K | VVS2 | Ideal
From $30,800
Compare at $36,802
Save 19.9%IGI | 5.02ct | Emerald | K | VVS2 | Ideal
From $31,215
Compare at $38,993
Save 34.4%GIA | 5.06ct | Cushion | K | SI1 | Excellent
From $31,273
Compare at $47,690
Save 10.4%IGI | 5.03ct | Oval | J | SI1 | Ideal
From $31,605
Compare at $35,255
Save 15.2%IGI | 5.07ct | Princess | K | VVS1 | Ideal
From $32,550
Compare at $38,365
Save 10.7%IGI | 5.03ct | Emerald | K | VS1 | Ideal
From $32,845
Compare at $36,796
Save 40.7%GIA | 5.03ct | Cushion | L | VS2 | Very Good
From $32,999
Compare at $55,692
Save 10.7%IGI | 5.02ct | Princess | J | VVS2 | Ideal
From $33,065
Compare at $37,046
Save 20.3%GIA | 5.03ct | Round | L | VS1 | Very Good
From $34,224
Compare at $42,967
Save 40.6%GIA | 5.02ct | Pear | L | VS2 | Excellent
From $34,281
Compare at $57,709
Save 21.5%GIA | 5.01ct | Emerald | L | VS1 | Ideal
From $34,296
Compare at $43,693
IGI | 5.01ct | Emerald | K | VVS2 | Ideal
From $34,670
Compare at $38,331
GIA | 5.01ct | Heart | K | SI2 | Very Good
From $35,128
Compare at $35,958
Save 16.9%IGI | 5.05ct | Round | I | SI2 | Ideal
From $35,140
Compare at $42,296
Save 12.6%GIA | 5.01ct | Princess | L | VS2 | Good
From $36,041
Compare at $41,215
Save 39.9%GIA | 5.01ct | Oval | L | SI2 | Ideal
From $36,095
Compare at $60,059
Save 40.5%GIA | 5.01ct | Cushion | L | VS1 | Very Good
From $36,955
Compare at $62,097
IGI | 5.01ct | Princess | J | VS1 | Very Good
From $37,245
Compare at $39,110
Save 16.3%GIA | 5.02ct | Oval | L | SI1 | Excellent
From $37,459
Compare at $44,728
Save 20.6%GIA | 5.02ct | Round | K | SI2 | Very Good
From $38,315
Compare at $48,234
Save 11.1%GIA | 5.04ct | Oval | L | VVS2 | Excellent
From $38,362
Compare at $43,165
Save 27.3%GIA | 5.06ct | Radiant | J | SI1 | Excellent
From $38,742
Compare at $53,314
Save 40.3%GIA | 5.03ct | Emerald | L | VS1 | Excellent
From $39,205
Compare at $65,671
Save 21.1%GIA | 5.02ct | Emerald | L | VS2 | Good
From $39,218
Compare at $49,723
Save 19.2%GIA | 5.01ct | Round | H | SI2 | Good
From $39,513
Compare at $48,923
Save 30.7%GIA | 5.02ct | Oval | K | SI2 | Very Good
From $39,984
Compare at $57,709
GIA | 5ct | Oval | K | SI2 | Very Good
From $40,240
Compare at $41,610
GIA | 5.02ct | Pear | K | SI2 | Excellent
From $40,424
Compare at $41,376
Save 24.7%GIA | 5.01ct | Round | L | VS2 | Very Good
From $40,503
Compare at $53,808
Save 10.1%GIA | 5.01ct | Round | L | VS2 | Ideal
From $40,737
Compare at $45,323
Save 38.9%GIA | 5.03ct | Radiant | L | VS2 | Very Good
From $41,094
Compare at $67,240
IGI | 5.01ct | Pear | K | VS2 | Ideal
From $41,190
Compare at $45,585
IGI | 5.09ct | Pear | K | VS1 | Ideal
From $41,205
Compare at $44,491
Save 21.1%GIA | 5.04ct | Princess | L | SI1 | Very Good
From $41,314
Compare at $52,350
GIA | 5.01ct | Pear | L | VS1 | Excellent
From $41,367
Compare at $42,556
Save 16%GIA | 5.01ct | Radiant | L | SI2 | Good
From $41,434
Compare at $49,326
Save 10.2%IGI | 5.02ct | Oval | K | IF | Ideal
From $41,535
Compare at $46,249
IGI | 5.01ct | Round | J | VVS2 | Ideal
From $41,720
Compare at $46,017
GIA | 5.01ct | Oval | K | SI2 | Very Good
From $41,800
Compare at $41,999
GIA | 5.01ct | Cushion | K | SI2 | Excellent
From $41,999
Compare at $43,334
GIA | 5.02ct | Radiant | K | SI1 | Very Good
From $42,004
Compare at $46,675
Entry pricing in this category starts around $1,583.
What to Know When Shopping for 5 Carat Natural Diamonds
- Always compare identical certified diamonds across retailers. Identical certificate numbers can have price differences of $392,872 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 $97,761 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 1,219 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $1,583 and go up to $394,454.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $106,034 with a median around $97,761.
The observed spread is roughly $392,872 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 completed market data, the fair market benchmark is $106,034. The median price is $97,761, 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 $392,872 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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