5 Carat Round Natural Diamond Prices Comparison
As of May 2026, 5 carat round natural diamonds usually range from $3,736 to $353,752, with an average price of $105,509.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are up 1.4%.Compare 338 verified listings across 10 retailers tracked by CaratRadar.
5 Carat Round Natural Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 338 verified 5-carat round natural diamonds listed across 10 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $3,736 to $353,752, with an average asking price of $105,509 and a median of $94,543.
The price spread of $350,016 (98.9% 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.
338 diamonds tracked in this segment
Price range: $3,736 to $353,752
Average price: $105,509
Median price: $94,543
Available across 10 retailers
Savings potential: up to 98.9%
Price Range Overview
As of May 29, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
338
$3,736
$105,509
$94,543
$353,752
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
Live Listings
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Save 20.3%GIA | 5.03ct | Round | L | VS1 | Very Good
From $34,224
Compare at $42,967
Save 16.8%IGI | 5.05ct | Round | I | SI2 | Ideal
From $36,350
Compare at $43,712
Save 20.6%GIA | 5.02ct | Round | K | SI2 | Very Good
From $38,315
Compare at $48,234
GIA | 5.01ct | Round | H | SI2 | Good
From $39,513
Compare at $40,235
Save 10.1%GIA | 5.01ct | Round | L | VS2 | Ideal
From $40,737
Compare at $45,323
Save 45.1%GIA | 5.06ct | Round | K | SI2 | Ideal
From $41,686
Compare at $75,900
IGI | 5.01ct | Round | J | VVS2 | Ideal
From $41,720
Compare at $46,017
Save 29.3%GIA | 5.01ct | Round | L | VVS2 | Excellent
From $41,821
Compare at $59,115
IGI | 5.06ct | Round | K | SI1 | Excellent
From $42,060
Compare at $43,368
Save 23.5%GIA | 5.02ct | Round | L | SI2 | Excellent
From $42,360
Compare at $55,369
GIA | 5.01ct | Round | K | SI1 | Excellent
From $43,416
Compare at $45,566
Save 34.9%GIA | 5.01ct | Round | L | VS2 | Very Good
From $43,513
Compare at $66,807
IGI | 5.01ct | Round | J | SI1 | Excellent
From $43,570
Compare at $48,068
Save 27.3%GIA | 5.07ct | Round | L | SI1 | Excellent
From $44,039
Compare at $60,603
Save 19.2%GIA | 5.02ct | Round | L | VS1 | Excellent
From $44,245
Compare at $54,725
Save 20.3%GIA | 5.01ct | Round | I | SI2 | Very Good
From $44,314
Compare at $55,615
Save 16.6%GIA | 5.01ct | Round | K | VS1 | Excellent
From $44,525
Compare at $53,418
IGI | 5.02ct | Round | J | SI1 | Excellent
From $44,865
Compare at $49,500
GIA | 5.03ct | Round | L | SI1 | Excellent
From $45,191
Compare at $53,156
GIA | 5.01ct | Round | K | VS2 | Excellent
From $45,523
Compare at $49,296
Save 28.4%GIA | 5.01ct | Round | L | SI1 | Excellent
From $45,526
Compare at $63,575
Save 20.3%GIA | 5.02ct | Round | L | SI1 | Good
From $46,111
Compare at $57,866
Save 28.4%GIA | 5.01ct | Round | L | SI2 | Excellent
From $47,209
Compare at $65,918
Save 27.8%GIA | 5.03ct | Round | L | VS1 | Excellent
From $47,228
Compare at $65,439
Save 27.1%GIA | 5.08ct | Round | L | VS2 | Very Good
From $47,724
Compare at $65,424
Save 10.9%GIA | 5.01ct | Round | K | SI1 | Excellent
From $48,065
Compare at $53,957
Save 27.1%GIA | 5.02ct | Round | L | SI1 | Excellent
From $48,349
Compare at $66,278
Save 25.4%GIA | 5ct | Round | K | SI2 | Ideal
From $48,593
Compare at $65,099
Save 19.3%GIA | 5.01ct | Round | L | SI2 | Excellent
From $48,996
Compare at $60,677
Save 25.8%IGI | 5.02ct | Round | G | SI1 | Excellent
From $50,493
Compare at $68,013
Save 20.3%GIA | 5.04ct | Round | L | VS1 | Good
From $51,438
Compare at $64,544
Save 28.4%GIA | 5.06ct | Round | K | VS1 | Excellent
From $51,698
Compare at $72,244
Save 16.7%GIA | 5.01ct | Round | J | SI1 | Excellent
From $51,705
Compare at $62,053
Save 12.6%GIA | 5.01ct | Round | K | VS1 | Excellent
From $52,328
Compare at $59,873
Save 27%GIA | 5.03ct | Round | J | SI2 | Excellent
From $52,941
Compare at $72,557
Save 20.3%GIA | 5.04ct | Round | L | VS2 | Very Good
From $53,582
Compare at $67,231
GIA | 5.01ct | Round | K | SI2 | Excellent
From $53,743
Compare at $57,086
Save 12.5%GIA | 5.08ct | Round | K | SI1 | Excellent
From $53,955
Compare at $61,667
GIA | 5.01ct | Round | J | SI2 | Very Good
From $54,245
Compare at $56,018
GIA | 5.01ct | Round | K | SI2 | Excellent
From $54,465
Compare at $59,519
GIA | 5.01ct | Round | J | SI1 | Ideal
From $55,223
Compare at $56,608
Save 31.7%GIA | 5.01ct | Round | I | SI1 | Ideal
From $55,258
Compare at $80,945
Save 13%GIA | 5.08ct | Round | K | VS2 | Excellent
From $55,525
Compare at $63,835
Save 18.6%GIA | 5.01ct | Round | L | SI2 | Very Good
From $56,468
Compare at $69,410
Save 11%GIA | 5.05ct | Round | J | SI1 | Excellent
From $56,480
Compare at $63,476
GIA | 5.03ct | Round | L | SI2 | Excellent
From $56,588
Compare at $67,097
Save 21%GIA | 5.01ct | Round | J | SI2 | Excellent
From $57,030
Compare at $72,180
Save 10.7%GIA | 5.01ct | Round | I | SI2 | Very Good
From $57,257
Compare at $64,152
Save 14.4%IGI | 5.03ct | Round | I | SI1 | Excellent
From $57,425
Compare at $67,091
Save 15.7%GIA | 5.01ct | Round | K | SI1 | Ideal
From $57,535
Compare at $68,220
Entry pricing in this category starts around $3,736.
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 $350,016 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 $94,543 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 338 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $3,736 and go up to $353,752.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $105,509 with a median around $94,543.
The observed spread is roughly $350,016 across tracked listings, which is about 98.9% 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 $105,509. The median price is $94,543, 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 10 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 $350,016 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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