5 Carat Round Natural Diamond Prices Comparison
As of October 2026, 5 carat round natural diamonds in the 5.00–5.99 carat benchmark range usually range from $1,614 to $529,638, with an average price of $110,861.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are down 0.9%.Compare 795 verified listings across 10 retailers tracked by CaratRadar.
5 Carat Round Natural Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 795 verified 5-carat round natural diamonds in the 5.00–5.99 carat benchmark range, listed across 10 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $1,614 to $529,638, with an average asking price of $110,861 and a median of $99,207.
The price spread of $528,024 (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.
795 diamonds tracked in the 5.00–5.99 carat benchmark
Price range: $1,614 to $529,638
Average price: $110,861
Median price: $99,207
Available across 10 retailers
Savings potential: up to 99.7%
Price Range Overview
As of Oct 14, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
795
$1,614
$110,861
$99,207
$529,638
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
Live Listings
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Save 12.7%IGI | 5.01ct | Round | F | I1 | Excellent
From $13,750
Compare at $15,751
Save 16.4%IGI | 5.01ct | Round | I | I1 | Excellent
From $18,842
Compare at $22,536
Save 13.9%IGI | 5.01ct | Round | K | SI2 | Excellent
From $22,839
Compare at $26,539
Save 13.5%HRD | 5.06ct | Round | L | SI2 | Ideal
From $26,474
Compare at $30,603
Save 19.1%GIA | 5.02ct | Round | M | SI2 | Excellent
From $28,602
Compare at $35,342
Save 19.1%IGI | 5.04ct | Round | K | SI2 | Excellent
From $29,972
Compare at $37,035
Save 19.1%IGI | 5ct | Round | L | SI1 | Excellent
From $31,136
Compare at $38,474
Save 17.4%IGI | 5.03ct | Round | J | SI1 | Excellent
From $31,227
Compare at $37,824
Save 19.1%IGI | 5.01ct | Round | I | SI2 | Ideal
From $31,663
Compare at $39,126
IGI | 5.01ct | Round | K | SI1 | Very Good
From $31,944
Compare at $35,041
Save 16.2%GIA | 5.2ct | Round | L | SI2 | Excellent
From $33,226
Compare at $39,647
Save 19.1%GIA | 5.04ct | Round | M | SI1 | Good
From $33,779
Compare at $41,740
Save 20.3%GIA | 5.03ct | Round | L | VS1 | Very Good
From $34,224
Compare at $42,966
Save 19.1%GIA | 5.06ct | Round | L | SI2 | Excellent
From $34,246
Compare at $42,323
Save 15.1%IGI | 5.53ct | Round | J | SI2 | Ideal
From $34,310
Compare at $40,392
Save 13.5%HRD | 5.02ct | Round | I | SI2 | Ideal
From $35,270
Compare at $40,785
Save 19.1%IGI | 5.02ct | Round | K | SI2 | Excellent
From $36,579
Compare at $45,200
Save 19.1%IGI | 5.01ct | Round | K | SI2 | Excellent
From $37,437
Compare at $46,261
Save 39.3%GIA | 5.5ct | Round | L | SI2 | Excellent
From $37,480
Compare at $61,793
Save 10.1%IGI | 5.01ct | Round | J | SI1 | Excellent
From $37,717
Compare at $41,933
Save 13.9%GIA | 5.06ct | Round | L | VS2 | Excellent
From $37,861
Compare at $43,991
Save 19.1%IGI | 5.03ct | Round | M | SI1 | Ideal
From $37,898
Compare at $46,830
Save 12.2%IGI | 5.03ct | Round | K | SI1 | Excellent
From $38,240
Compare at $43,545
GIA | 5.37ct | Round | L | VS2 | Good
From $38,460
Compare at $39,996
Save 19.1%GIA | 5.72ct | Round | M | SI2 | Ideal
From $38,699
Compare at $47,820
IGI | 5.66ct | Round | K | SI1 | Excellent
From $39,354
Compare at $43,402
GIA | 5.01ct | Round | L | SI2 | Excellent
From $39,597
Compare at $39,632
GIA | 5.01ct | Round | H | SI2 | Good
From $39,926
Compare at $41,500
GIA | 5.07ct | Round | L | SI1 | Excellent
From $40,020
Compare at $44,030
IGI | 5.06ct | Round | K | SI1 | Excellent
From $40,351
Compare at $44,506
Save 20.6%GIA | 5.01ct | Round | J | SI2 | Very Good
From $40,447
Compare at $50,914
Save 23.4%GIA | 5.01ct | Round | L | VS2 | Very Good
From $40,503
Compare at $52,907
Save 19.4%GIA | 5.08ct | Round | L | VS2 | Very Good
From $41,314
Compare at $51,285
GIA | 5.53ct | Round | L | SI2 | Ideal
From $41,444
Compare at $44,667
Save 19.4%IGI | 5.01ct | Round | J | VVS2 | Ideal
From $41,716
Compare at $51,785
Save 24.1%GIA | 5.02ct | Round | L | SI2 | Excellent
From $42,010
Compare at $55,368
IGI | 5.52ct | Round | J | VS2 | Excellent
From $42,062
Compare at $46,399
Save 19.4%GIA | 5.01ct | Round | L | SI2 | Excellent
From $42,673
Compare at $52,974
Save 19.4%IGI | 5.01ct | Round | L | SI2 | Excellent
From $42,673
Compare at $52,974
GIA | 5.01ct | Round | L | SI1 | Excellent
From $43,569
Compare at $47,342
Save 19.4%IGI | 5.62ct | Round | K | SI1 | Excellent
From $43,653
Compare at $54,189
Save 23.5%GIA | 5.02ct | Round | L | SI1 | Good
From $44,245
Compare at $57,865
Save 29%GIA | 5.02ct | Round | L | VS1 | Excellent
From $44,245
Compare at $62,281
Save 20.3%GIA | 5.01ct | Round | I | SI2 | Very Good
From $44,314
Compare at $55,614
Save 23.6%IGI | 5ct | Round | I | SI2 | Excellent
From $44,686
Compare at $58,500
Save 14.9%IGI | 5.14ct | Round | J | VVS1 | Excellent
From $44,700
Compare at $52,513
Save 19.4%IGI | 5.51ct | Round | J | VS2 | Excellent
From $44,773
Compare at $55,580
Save 16.7%GIA | 5.01ct | Round | L | SI2 | Very Good
From $44,889
Compare at $53,857
GIA | 5.03ct | Round | L | SI1 | Excellent
From $45,191
Compare at $53,154
Save 22.3%GIA | 5.51ct | Round | J | SI2 | Excellent
From $45,249
Compare at $58,251
Entry pricing in this benchmark range starts around $1,614.
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 $528,024 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 $99,207 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 795 comparable stones in the 5.00–5.99 carat benchmark range. Prices start around $1,614 and go up to $529,638.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $110,861 with a median around $99,207.
The observed spread is roughly $528,024 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 $110,861. The median price is $99,207, 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 $528,024 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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