5 Carat Oval Natural Diamond Prices Comparison
As of October 2026, 5 carat oval natural diamonds in the 5.00–5.99 carat benchmark range usually range from $2,720 to $458,313, with an average price of $104,614.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are up 0.4%.Compare 385 verified listings across 11 retailers tracked by CaratRadar.
5 Carat Oval Natural Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 385 verified 5-carat oval natural diamonds in the 5.00–5.99 carat benchmark range, listed across 11 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $2,720 to $458,313, with an average asking price of $104,614 and a median of $96,322.
The price spread of $455,593 (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.
385 diamonds tracked in the 5.00–5.99 carat benchmark
Price range: $2,720 to $458,313
Average price: $104,614
Median price: $96,322
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.
385
$2,720
$104,614
$96,322
$458,313
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
Live Listings
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IGI | 5.01ct | Oval | I | I1 | Very Good
From $17,151
Compare at $18,266
Save 18.3%IGI | 5.05ct | Oval | K | SI2 | Very Good
From $22,304
Compare at $27,295
Save 19.1%IGI | 5.02ct | Oval | I | SI2 | Ideal
From $24,597
Compare at $30,393
Save 19.2%IGI | 5.52ct | Oval | K | SI1 | Very Good
From $26,967
Compare at $33,390
Save 19.1%GIA | 5.06ct | Oval | M | SI2 | Ideal
From $27,436
Compare at $33,902
Save 19.1%IGI | 5.02ct | Oval | L | SI2 | Very Good
From $27,558
Compare at $34,053
GIA | 5.02ct | Oval | K | SI2 | Excellent
From $27,851
Compare at $30,764
Save 18%GIA | 5.03ct | Oval | L | SI2 | Ideal
From $28,122
Compare at $34,305
Save 25.3%GIA | 5.04ct | Oval | L | SI2 | Very Good
From $28,766
Compare at $38,510
Save 17.1%GIA | 5.02ct | Oval | L | SI2 | Ideal
From $29,306
Compare at $35,354
IGI | 5.01ct | Oval | G | SI2 | Excellent
From $29,740
Compare at $31,968
Save 28.3%IGI | 5.01ct | Oval | I | SI2 | Very Good
From $30,830
Compare at $43,025
Save 19.1%IGI | 5.14ct | Oval | K | SI2 | Very Good
From $31,142
Compare at $38,482
Save 19.1%IGI | 5.2ct | Oval | L | VVS2 | Very Good
From $31,157
Compare at $38,499
IGI | 5.01ct | Oval | K | SI2 | Ideal
From $31,166
Compare at $33,580
IGI | 5.01ct | Oval | J | SI1 | Very Good
From $31,586
Compare at $35,040
IGI | 5.04ct | Oval | K | SI1 | Ideal
From $32,336
Compare at $35,875
IGI | 5.03ct | Oval | I | SI2 | Ideal
From $33,798
Compare at $34,507
Save 24.9%GIA | 5.01ct | Oval | L | SI1 | Very Good
From $33,916
Compare at $45,190
Save 18%HRD | 5.02ct | Oval | I | SI2 | Ideal
From $34,210
Compare at $41,740
IGI | 5.01ct | Oval | H | SI2 | Ideal
From $34,729
Compare at $35,706
Save 22.3%IGI | 5.02ct | Oval | J | SI1 | Very Good
From $34,868
Compare at $44,881
HRD | 5.1ct | Oval | K | SI1 | Ideal
From $35,560
Compare at $39,171
Save 24.1%GIA | 5.01ct | Oval | L | SI2 | Ideal
From $36,095
Compare at $47,579
Save 27.1%IGI | 5.51ct | Oval | K | SI1 | Very Good
From $36,240
Compare at $49,690
Save 15%IGI | 5.02ct | Oval | K | IF | Ideal
From $36,579
Compare at $43,038
Save 11.5%HRD | 5.01ct | Oval | J | SI1 | Ideal
From $36,697
Compare at $41,473
IGI | 5.01ct | Oval | I | SI2 | Ideal
From $37,003
Compare at $38,044
Save 21.2%GIA | 5.01ct | Oval | K | SI1 | Ideal
From $37,071
Compare at $47,039
Save 21.2%GIA | 5.02ct | Oval | K | SI1 | Good
From $37,145
Compare at $47,133
Save 24.2%GIA | 5.02ct | Oval | L | SI1 | Excellent
From $37,459
Compare at $49,405
IGI | 5.02ct | Oval | K | SI1 | Very Good
From $38,072
Compare at $42,263
Save 13.5%IGI | 5.01ct | Oval | J | SI1 | Excellent
From $38,670
Compare at $44,725
IGI | 5.01ct | Oval | K | VS2 | Ideal
From $38,680
Compare at $42,940
IGI | 5.01ct | Oval | H | SI2 | Ideal
From $38,738
Compare at $40,224
GIA | 5ct | Oval | L | SI1 | Excellent
From $39,552
Compare at $40,040
Save 29.3%GIA | 5.01ct | Oval | I | SI1 | Ideal
From $40,144
Compare at $56,813
Save 21.2%GIA | 5.2ct | Oval | L | SI2 | Excellent
From $40,216
Compare at $51,025
Save 23.8%GIA | 5ct | Oval | K | SI2 | Very Good
From $40,240
Compare at $52,790
IGI | 5.02ct | Oval | J | SI1 | Very Good
From $40,270
Compare at $41,972
Save 38.8%GIA | 5ct | Oval | K | SI1 | Excellent
From $40,590
Compare at $66,327
GIA | 5.02ct | Oval | L | SI2 | Excellent
From $40,852
Compare at $41,361
Save 22.3%IGI | 5.01ct | Oval | J | SI1 | Ideal
From $41,247
Compare at $53,079
GIA | 5.01ct | Oval | L | VS2 | Ideal
From $41,274
Compare at $41,789
GIA | 5.01ct | Oval | L | VVS2 | Excellent
From $41,431
Compare at $42,368
Save 24.3%GIA | 5.02ct | Oval | K | SI1 | Excellent
From $41,493
Compare at $54,807
Save 10.4%IGI | 5.03ct | Oval | I | SI1 | Ideal
From $41,881
Compare at $46,721
Save 18.2%GIA | 5.51ct | Oval | L | VS2 | Very Good
From $42,502
Compare at $51,939
IGI | 5.35ct | Oval | J | SI1 | Ideal
From $42,711
Compare at $45,141
Save 19.4%GIA | 5.01ct | Oval | K | SI2 | Ideal
From $43,000
Compare at $53,379
Entry pricing in this benchmark range starts around $2,720.
What to Know When Shopping for 5 Carat Oval Natural Diamonds
- Always compare identical certified diamonds across retailers. Identical certificate numbers can have price differences of $455,593 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 $96,322 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.
- Oval diamonds can appear larger than rounds of the same carat weight due to their elongated face-up area. Watch for the bow-tie effect in lower-quality cuts.
Frequently Asked Questions
We currently track 385 comparable stones in the 5.00–5.99 carat benchmark range. Prices start around $2,720 and go up to $458,313.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $104,614 with a median around $96,322.
The observed spread is roughly $455,593 across tracked listings, which is about 99.4% 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 $104,614. The median price is $96,322, 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 $455,593 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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