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Where to buy a 1.25ct natural emerald diamond
Every retailer in our index stocking this size and shape, 72 of them, across 29,818 current listings.
Updated October 29, 2026 · Independent. Zero affiliate revenue.
The market at this size and shape
Active listings
29,818
Retailers carrying
72
Median confirmed price
CA$4,998
Grade combinations
35
What it actually costs
Half of these diamonds are listed between CA$3,643 and CA$6,771 (as of October 29, 2026).
Middle half listed between CA$3,643 to CA$6,771
Certificated stones with a recently confirmed price only, 3,302 of them. Each contributes its cheapest confirmed price.
The same stone, priced differently
Typical spread
84%
Typical difference
CA$3,979
Stones compared
2,498
Across 2,498 stones of this size and shape carried by more than one retailer, the dearest listing sits 84% above the cheapest for the identical certificated diamond, a typical gap of CA$3,979. That gap is what comparing before you buy avoids.
Every retailer that stocks this spec
Ranked by active inventory count. Selection is mechanical, not editorial.
- New Zealand·Founded 2006·30-day returns·Ships to CanadaTerms read on the retailer’s own site, October 19, 2026Visit NZ Jewellers
- United States·21-day returns·Ships to CanadaTerms read on the retailer’s own site, September 2, 2026Visit Carbon Sparkle
- United KingdomTerms not yet verifiedVisit MOH London
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The Perfect Carat
1,185 in stockUSTerms not yet verified - United States·Founded 2016·30-day returns·Ships to CanadaTerms read on the retailer’s own site, October 19, 2026Visit Rare Carat
- United Kingdom·Founded 2005·30-day returns·Ships to CanadaTerms not yet verifiedVisit 77 Diamonds
- United States·Founded 2021·30-day returns·Ships to CanadaTerms not yet verifiedVisit Aurelinne
- Germany·Founded 2011·100-day returnsTerms not yet verifiedVisit Yorxs
- United States·Founded 2012·30-day returns·Ships to CanadaTerms not yet verifiedVisit Diamond Wish
- United Kingdom·Founded 2022·30-day returns·Ships to CanadaTerms not yet verifiedVisit Moon Ocean
Show 15 more retailers
- Australia·Founded 1996·30-day returns·Ships to CanadaTerms not yet verifiedVisit Jogia Diamonds
- AustraliaTerms not yet verifiedVisit Torres Jewel Co
- United States·Founded 2004·30-day returns·Ships to CanadaTerms read on the retailer’s own site, October 19, 2026Visit B2C Jewels
- United Kingdom·Founded 2014·30-day returns·Ships to CanadaTerms read on the retailer’s own site, June 15, 2026Visit Flawless Fine Jewelry
- United States·Final sale: no returns·Ships to CanadaTerms read on the retailer’s own site, October 19, 2026Visit William & Sons Jewelers
- United States·Founded 2016·40-day returns·Ships to CanadaTerms not yet verifiedVisit RockHer
- United States·Founded 1999·30-day returns·Ships to CanadaTerms not yet verifiedVisit Blue Nile
- United States·30-day returns·Ships to CanadaTerms read on the retailer’s own site, September 2, 2026Visit Calavera New York
- United States·Founded 2002·30-day returns·Ships to CanadaTerms not yet verifiedVisit Brilliance
- South Africa·Founded 2005·7-day returns·Ships to CanadaTerms read on the retailer’s own site, June 15, 2026Visit Cape Diamonds
- United Kingdom·Founded 2013·90-day returns·Ships to CanadaTerms not yet verifiedVisit Taylor and Hart
- United States·Founded 2010·30-day returns·Ships to CanadaTerms not yet verifiedVisit Allurez
- United States·Founded 1999·30-day returns·Ships to CanadaTerms not yet verifiedVisit Ritani
- United States·Founded 2005·30-day returns·Ships to CanadaTerms not yet verifiedVisit Brilliant Earth
- United Kingdom·30-day returnsTerms not yet verifiedVisit Diamond Quarter
Stock counts are updated daily. Founded and shipping details come from public sources. Return terms are our summary of each retailer's own policy page, dated per retailer above. Retailers change their terms, so check the retailer's own returns and shipping pages before you buy.
20 of the 25 retailers ship to Canada. 5 do not.
Narrow it down by grade
Each combination below has its own page with the retailers that stock exactly that grade.
Stones at this spec now
Current examples carried by more than one retailer, so the comparison is real. Prices shown in USD.
- 1.2ct I VS1from $2,333 across 19 retailersAs of October 28, 2026
- 1.3ct I VS1from $3,801 across 17 retailersAs of October 27, 2026
- 1.3ct I VVS2from $3,046 across 21 retailersAs of October 28, 2026
- 1.27ct I VVS2from $2,888 across 16 retailersAs of October 23, 2026
- 1.3ct H VS1from $3,571 across 13 retailersAs of October 28, 2026
- 1.2ct H VS1from $2,721 across 16 retailersAs of October 27, 2026
What this spec means
- Emerald: a rectangular step cut with a hall-of-mirrors look that requires high clarity.
- Natural: mined diamonds with the certification, provenance and resale profile traditional buyers expect.
Frequently asked
How much do retailers differ on the same diamond?
Across 2,498 identical stones carried by more than one retailer, the typical gap between the cheapest and dearest listing is 84%, about CA$3,979.
Can I see retailers for one exact grade?
Yes. Each of the 35 color and clarity combinations above has its own page listing the retailers that stock exactly that grade.
Does Carat Hunter earn commission from these retailers?
No. We earn zero affiliate revenue from any retailer in our index.
How fresh is this data?
Listings refresh as we re-read each retailer, most of them every day. Static facts about each retailer refresh weekly.
How is the retailer ranking calculated?
Strictly by active inventory count for this exact spec. The retailer carrying the most stones at the spec ranks first. There is no editorial input, weighting or affiliate consideration.
Why do you not show per-retailer prices on this page?
Prices vary per stone, not per store. Click through to any matched diamond and you will see every retailer's price on the exact same physical stone, which is the meaningful comparison.