Emerald cut · South African prices · Updated 8 September 2026
Emerald diamond prices in South Africa
Emerald diamond prices in South Africa included a lowest captured listing of R8 400 in the size bands below on 8 September 2026. Compare the carat bands and specifications before choosing. These sourced loose-diamond figures include VAT, delivery and payment costs; jewellery settings are additional. Confirm current availability in the search or with us.
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Emerald diamond prices by size
Lowest sourced listing captured in each size band on 8 September 2026. Grades differ between rows, so these starting points are not like-for-like quality comparisons.
| Size | At capture | Lowest captured | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.50 to 0.69ct | 1 683 | R8 400 | See these → |
| 0.70 to 0.89ct | 1 453 | R14 500 | See these → |
| 0.90 to 1.19ct | 3 026 | R25 600 | See these → |
| 1.20 to 1.49ct | 833 | R44 900 | See these → |
| 1.50 to 1.99ct | 1 553 | R92 700 | See these → |
| 2.00 to 2.99ct | 1 025 | R181 200 | See these → |
Prices captured 8 September 2026. Listings and exchange rates change; check the current search before requesting a quote.
How to choose a good-value emerald diamond
Compare the report, actual appearance and price together. We assess sourced stones as well as the diamonds on our own bench, and explain the trade-offs before you choose. Emerald cuts have open step facets: view the actual stone alongside its clarity report.
That is why the search marks stones we would not recommend, and offers you better ones at the same spec. We would rather lose a sale than sell you a stone we would not buy ourselves.
Emerald diamond price examples and specifications
- 0.5ct emerald, colour J, clarity SI1 , GIA certified at R8 400 , about 6 to 8 working days
- 0.5ct emerald, colour I, clarity SI1 , GIA certified at R9 100 , about 6 to 9 working days
- 0.51ct emerald, colour J, clarity VS2 , GIA certified at R9 200 , about 6 to 9 working days
- 0.5ct emerald, colour J, clarity SI1 , GIA certified at R8 400 , about 6 to 9 working days
- 0.5ct emerald, colour J, clarity VS2 , GIA certified at R9 100 , about 6 to 8 working days
- 0.51ct emerald, colour I, clarity SI1 , GIA certified at R9 200 , about 6 to 9 working days
Examples captured 8 September 2026. Individual stones sell. See what is available now →
Buying a emerald diamond from Prodiam
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