FAQ about 3 Carat Natural Diamonds
How much is a 3 carat loose diamond worth?
A 3 carat diamond value is going to largely depend on the 4C’s of said stone and the shape. A round diamond will always be the most expensive because it’s the most sought after shape and creates the most waste when being cut and polished from the rough. For the cut grade, don’t settle for anything less than Excellent. The light performance will suffer. For the other C’s, the higher the grade, the more expensive the diamond is going to be. Currently, an Excellent cut round brilliant natural 3 carat diamond is going to cost approximately $21,000 on the low end (K/SI2) and $170,000 on the high end (D/FL).
How big is a 3 carat diamond?
A 3 carat is a large diamond! It typically measures around 9mm in diameter. For comparison, a dime measures about double that - 18mm in diameter.
How much are 3 carat diamond rings worth?
The value of a 3 carat diamond ring is going to depend on the quality of the center diamond along with the type of setting you choose. The higher the color and clarity of the diamond, the more expensive it’s going to be. The more intricate of a design for the setting, the more expensive it’s going to be. We have solitaire settings that start at $340 in 14 karat gold like the Windy Solitaire Engagement Ring as well as settings that are around the $8500 mark like the Alana Engagement Ring.
Is a 3 carat ring big enough for an engagement ring?
It certainly is! There is no specific carat weight that is right or wrong for an engagement ring, but a 3 carat diamond is going to be considered large. It’s a great choice!
How to find the best 3 carat diamond deal from Rare Carat?
We’ve made searching for a diamond easy on Rare Carat! First, be sure to use the Rare Carat Ideal selection for the cut grade. While this is not technically a grade given out by a lab (GIA, IGI), it’s a filter than ensures you get the best cut, proportions (table, depth, girdle), polish and symmetry so you can be certain you’ll have a diamond full of sparkle and shine. Next, try looking at what we gemologists call, the “sweet spot”. That’s a diamond that falls in the G-H color grade and the VS1-2 clarity grade range. You’ll have a diamond that typically faces up white as well as being eye clean (some diamonds may vary, ask a gemologist for a final review before purchasing). This is a great way to save some money while still getting a gorgeous diamond! And as always, if you ever have any questions about a diamond or want some help searching, just click on the chat button to be connected to a live graduate gemologist!