3-carat emerald-cut diamonds

At 3 carats, an emerald cut measures approximately 10.1 × 7.2 mm. At this size, the table is so large that any irregularity stands out. VS1 or better for clarity and E through G for color are the safer choices here. Lab-grown diamonds are significantly less expensive than comparable natural stones.

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2.849 Diamonds

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StoneShapeClarityPol.Sym.Fluorine.LaboratoryDimensionsL/WTableDepthDeliveryBookmark
360°Emerald3,30FSI1Very goodEXEXNoneIGI9,83 × 7,06 × 4,891,3967 %69,3 %7–9 wt.2.450 €
360°Emerald3,75DFLExcellentEXEXNoneIGI10,44 × 7,47 × 4,841,4066 %64,8 %7–9 wt.4.410 €
360°Emerald3,28DFLExcellentEXEXNoneIGI10,28 × 6,98 × 4,561,4763 %65,3 %7–9 wt.4.510 €
360°Emerald3,95DFLExcellentEXEXNoneIGI10,75 × 7,67 × 4,981,4062 %64,9 %7–9 wt.4.820 €
360°Emerald3,23EVVS2ExcellentEXEXNoneIGI9,95 × 7,05 × 4,711,4165 %66,8 %7–9 wt.2.420 €
360°Emerald3,91DFLExcellentEXEXNoneIGI10,51 × 7,47 × 5,011,4162 %67,1 %7–9 wt.4.810 €
360°Emerald3,06DFLExcellentEXEXNoneIGI9,68 × 6,91 × 4,591,4062 %66,4 %7–9 wt.4.210 €
360°Emerald3,06DFLExcellentEXEXNoneIGI9,91 × 6,98 × 4,581,4267 %65,6 %7–9 wt.4.210 €
360°Emerald3,08DIFExcellentEXEXNoneIGI10,22 × 6,85 × 4,311,4965 %62,9 %7–9 wt.2.670 €
360°Emerald3,31EVVS1ExcellentEXEXNoneIGI10,24 × 7,02 × 4,601,4664 %65,5 %7–9 wt.3.120 €
360°Emerald3,19DVVS1ExcellentEXEXNoneIGI10,23 × 6,90 × 4,591,4863 %66,5 %7–9 wt.2.360 €
360°Emerald3,15DFLExcellentEXEXNoneIGI9,81 × 6,97 × 4,681,4166 %67,1 %7–9 wt.4.330 €
360°Emerald3,71DFLExcellentEXEXNoneIGI10,67 × 7,30 × 4,751,4662 %65,1 %7–9 wt.4.580 €
360°Emerald3,10EFLExcellentEXEXNoneIGI9,92 × 6,87 × 4,621,4462 %67,2 %7–9 wt.3.840 €
360°Emerald3,14DIFExcellentEXEXNoneIGI10,13 × 7,04 × 4,551,4463 %64,6 %7–9 wt.2.720 €
360°Emerald3,66DFLExcellentEXEXNoneIGI10,66 × 7,28 × 4,851,4667 %66,6 %7–9 wt.4.520 €
360°Emerald3,17DIFExcellentEXEXNoneIGI10,03 × 6,98 × 4,541,4463 %65,0 %7–9 wt.2.670 €
360°Emerald3,38DFLExcellentEXEXNoneIGI10,03 × 7,15 × 4,831,4063 %67,6 %7–9 wt.4.650 €
360°Emerald3,19DVVS2ExcellentEXEXNoneIGI10,25 × 6,95 × 4,541,4763 %65,3 %7–9 wt.2.580 €
360°Emerald3,61DFLExcellentEXEXNoneIGI10,35 × 7,34 × 4,821,4163 %65,7 %7–9 wt.4.250 €
360°Emerald3,98DVVS1ExcellentEXEXNoneIGI10,80 × 7,74 × 4,971,4065 %64,2 %7–9 wt.3.320 €
360°Emerald3,09DVVS1ExcellentEXEXNoneIGI10,22 × 6,91 × 4,381,4866 %63,4 %7–9 wt.2.510 €
Emerald3,18DIFExcellentEXEXNoneIGI10,16 × 6,91 × 4,521,4763 %65,4 %7–9 wt.2.680 €
360°Emerald3,04DIFExcellentEXEXNoneIGI9,81 × 7,01 × 4,601,4066 %65,6 %7–9 wt.2.820 €

3,30 ct Emerald

F · SI1

2.450 €

3,75 ct Emerald

D · FL

4.410 €

3,28 ct Emerald

D · FL

4.510 €

3,95 ct Emerald

D · FL

4.820 €

3,23 ct Emerald

E · VVS2

2.420 €

3,91 ct Emerald

D · FL

4.810 €

3,06 ct Emerald

D · FL

4.210 €

3,06 ct Emerald

D · FL

4.210 €

3,08 ct Emerald

D · IF

2.670 €

3,31 ct Emerald

E · VVS1

3.120 €

3,19 ct Emerald

D · VVS1

2.360 €

3,15 ct Emerald

D · FL

4.330 €

3,71 ct Emerald

D · FL

4.580 €

3,10 ct Emerald

E · FL

3.840 €

3,14 ct Emerald

D · IF

2.720 €

3,66 ct Emerald

D · FL

4.520 €

3,17 ct Emerald

D · IF

2.670 €

3,38 ct Emerald

D · FL

4.650 €

3,19 ct Emerald

D · VVS2

2.580 €

3,61 ct Emerald

D · FL

4.250 €

3,98 ct Emerald

D · VVS1

3.320 €

3,09 ct Emerald

D · VVS1

2.510 €

3,18 ct Emerald

D · IF

2.680 €

3,04 ct Emerald

D · IF

2.820 €

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Emerald: Size per carat

CaratApprox. size (mm)
0.5 ctapprox. 5.6 × 4.0 mm
1 ctapprox. 7.0 × 5.0 mm
1.5 ctapprox. 8.0 × 5.7 mm
2 ctapprox. 8.8 × 6.3 mm
3 ctapprox. 10.1 × 7.2 mm

Standard length-to-width ratio: 1.30–1.50

What to Look for in Emerald-Cut Diamonds

Proportions, Polish, Symmetry

GIA does not assign a cut grade for the emerald cut, but IGI now does. Also pay attention to polish and symmetry—ideally “Excellent” or “Very Good”—as well as table and depth. Evenly stepped facets create the typical hall-of-mirrors effect. The classic length-to-width ratio ranges from 1.30 to 1.50; square variations are called Asscher cuts.

Purity: VS1 and higher

The open table and the few large facets allow for a deep view into the stone. Inclusions that would be hidden by a round cut are more visible in an emerald cut. Therefore, aim for VS1 or better; choose VS2 only if the inclusions are located on the sides. The body color is also more visible, which is why G or better is the safer choice.

Size in millimeters per carat

A 1-carat emerald cut measures approximately 7.0 × 5.0 mm; a 1.5-carat stone measures approximately 8.0 × 5.7 mm; and a 2-carat stone measures approximately 8.8 × 6.3 mm. Because this cut distributes a relatively large portion of the weight toward the depth of the stone, it appears somewhat more compact than its length alone would suggest, depending on its proportions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What should I look for in a 3-carat emerald-cut diamond?

Look for clarity, color, and uniform gradation. The large table clearly shows inclusions and color nuances, so VS1 or better and grades E through G are recommended. Polish and symmetry should be at least Very Good to ensure a smooth gradation.

How common is a 3-carat emerald-cut diamond?

Measuring approximately 10.1 mm in length, it takes up a large portion of the finger’s width and becomes the defining element of the ring. The calm, focused play of light makes it appear clearer and less restless than a brilliant-cut diamond of the same weight.

Lab-grown diamond or natural diamond?

Lab-grown diamonds and natural diamonds are both composed of pure carbon and share the same crystal structure, hardness, and refractive index. The difference lies in their formation: one forms over millions of years in the Earth’s mantle, the other in a matter of weeks in a laboratory. Visually, they are indistinguishable without specialized laboratory equipment. Lab-grown diamonds are significantly less expensive than comparable natural diamonds, which is why, with the same budget, you can often get more carats or a higher clarity grade. Both types come with a laboratory certificate from us; you can look up the report number directly with the laboratory.

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