5 Carat Round Natural Diamond Prices Comparison
As of February 2026, 5 carat round natural diamonds usually range from $1,111 to $324,756, with an average price of $91,484.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are down 2%.Compare 240 verified listings across 7 retailers tracked by CaratRadar.
5 Carat Round Natural Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 240 verified 5-carat round natural diamonds listed across 7 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $1,111 to $324,756, with an average asking price of $91,484 and a median of $86,304.
The price spread of $323,644 (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 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.
240 diamonds tracked in this segment
Price range: $1,111 to $324,756
Average price: $91,484
Median price: $86,304
Available across 7 retailers
Savings potential: up to 99.7%
Price Range Overview
As of Feb 28, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
240
$1,111
$91,484
$86,305
$324,756
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
Live Listings
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IGISave 70%4.96ct | Round | F | VS1 | Excellent
From $1,128
Compare at $3,765
IGISave 70%4.96ct | Round | F | VS1 | Excellent
From $1,128
Compare at $3,765
IGISave 70.1%4.97ct | Round | F | VS1 | Excellent
From $1,130
Compare at $3,775
IGISave 71.4%4.98ct | Round | E | VS2 | Excellent
From $1,111
Compare at $3,880
IGISave 70.1%4.98ct | Round | F | VS1 | Excellent
From $1,131
Compare at $3,780
IGISave 76%4.98ct | Round | F | VVS2 | Excellent
From $1,172
Compare at $4,880
4.99ct | Round | H | VS2 | Excellent
From $113,847
Compare at $137,377
IGISave 60.4%5ct | Round | FANCY | VS1 | Ideal
From $1,633
Compare at $4,127
GIASave 77.6%5ct | Round | D | VVS2 | Excellent
From $6,655
Compare at $29,753
GIA5ct | Round | G | SI1 | Ideal
From $85,770
Compare at $87,570
GIASave 20.7%5ct | Round | I | VS2 | Very Good
From $78,540
Compare at $99,023
GIA5ct | Round | I | VVS2 | Excellent
From $98,633
Compare at $104,038
GIA5ct | Round | I | VS1 | Ideal
From $110,090
Compare at $114,181
IGISave 44.2%5ct | Round | H | VVS2 | Excellent
From $1,392
Compare at $2,493
5ct | Round | J | VVS2 | Ideal
From $89,860
Compare at $97,669
GIA5ct | Round | J | SI1 | Excellent
From $77,116
Compare at $79,705
GIASave 24%5ct | Round | G | SI1 | Excellent
From $106,394
Compare at $140,051
GIA5ct | Round | E | VS2 | Excellent
From $174,799
Compare at $176,228
GIA5ct | Round | I | IF | Excellent
From $106,691
Compare at $112,289
GIASave 10.6%5ct | Round | D | VVS1 | Good
From $236,056
Compare at $264,035
GIA5ct | Round | K | SI2 | Ideal
From $52,804
Compare at $54,477
GIASave 11%5ct | Round | I | VS2 | Excellent
From $78,300
Compare at $87,975
5.01ct | Round | J | SI1 | Excellent
From $91,443
Compare at $110,355
GIASave 11.8%5.01ct | Round | D | SI1 | Excellent
From $136,260
Compare at $154,451
GIASave 13.8%5.01ct | Round | D | SI2 | Excellent
From $103,448
Compare at $120,055
IGI5.01ct | Round | I | VS1 | Ideal
From $66,960
Compare at $73,216
GIASave 13.3%5.01ct | Round | K | VS1 | Excellent
From $65,417
Compare at $75,481
IGISave 68.5%5.01ct | Round | F | VS2 | Ideal
From $1,197
Compare at $3,805
GIA5.01ct | Round | J | SI2 | Very Good
From $37,850
Compare at $39,975
GIASave 60.3%5.01ct | Round | G | VS1 | Ideal
From $114,200
Compare at $287,614
GIA5.01ct | Round | E | VS1 | Excellent
From $154,104
Compare at $169,792
GIASave 15.8%5.01ct | Round | G | VS1 | Ideal
From $150,580
Compare at $178,813
GIA5.01ct | Round | E | VS2 | Excellent
From $180,296
Compare at $190,642
GIASave 16.8%5.01ct | Round | H | VS1 | Excellent
From $98,400
Compare at $118,218
GIA5.01ct | Round | J | VVS1 | Ideal
From $100,470
Compare at $109,362
GIA5.01ct | Round | J | SI1 | Ideal
From $55,310
Compare at $59,572
GIASave 13.8%5.01ct | Round | G | SI2 | Excellent
From $82,389
Compare at $95,631
GIA5.01ct | Round | L | VS2 | Very Good
From $55,694
Compare at $55,867
GIASave 12.7%5.01ct | Round | I | SI1 | Ideal
From $91,006
Compare at $104,280
5.01ct | Round | J | SI2 | Excellent
From $79,719
Compare at $96,216
GIA5.01ct | Round | E | SI1 | Excellent
From $157,445
Compare at $170,554
GIASave 21.7%5.01ct | Round | F | VS2 | Excellent
From $195,222
Compare at $249,244
GIA5.01ct | Round | J | SI1 | Ideal
From $71,741
Compare at $77,029
GIASave 20.7%5.01ct | Round | E | SI1 | Excellent
From $130,260
Compare at $164,290
GIA5.01ct | Round | J | VS2 | Ideal
From $71,218
Compare at $77,807
GIA5.01ct | Round | H | SI1 | Ideal
From $99,970
Compare at $108,859
GIASave 38.4%5.01ct | Round | K | SI1 | Excellent
From $62,405
Compare at $101,363
GIA5.01ct | Round | J | VVS1 | Excellent
From $108,085
Compare at $110,399
5.01ct | Round | J | SI2 | Excellent
From $64,772
Compare at $78,189
GIASave 14%5.01ct | Round | J | VVS2 | Very Good
From $58,710
Compare at $68,232
Entry pricing in this category starts around $1,111.
What to Know When Shopping for 5 Carat Round Natural Diamonds
- Always compare identical certified diamonds across retailers. Identical certificate numbers can have price differences of $323,644 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 $86,304 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.
- Round brilliants command a premium due to higher rough waste during cutting. If budget matters, consider oval or cushion shapes for similar visual size.
Frequently Asked Questions
We currently track 240 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $1,111 and go up to $324,756.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $91,484 with a median around $86,304.
The observed spread is roughly $323,644 across tracked listings, which is about 99.7% 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 $86,304, 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 $323,644 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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