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Where to buy a 3ct lab-grown radiant diamond
Every retailer in our index stocking this size and shape, 64 of them, across 164,937 current listings.
Updated October 29, 2026 · Independent. Zero affiliate revenue.
The market at this size and shape
Active listings
164,937
Retailers carrying
64
Median confirmed price
HK$11,127
Grade combinations
30
What it actually costs
Half of these diamonds are listed between HK$6,951 and HK$13,544 (as of October 29, 2026).
Middle half listed between HK$6,951 to HK$13,544
Certificated stones with a recently confirmed price only, 22,215 of them. Each contributes its cheapest confirmed price.
The same stone, priced differently
Typical spread
307%
Typical difference
HK$19,665
Stones compared
11,856
Across 11,856 stones of this size and shape carried by more than one retailer, the dearest listing sits 307% above the cheapest for the identical certificated diamond, a typical gap of HK$19,665. 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.
- United States·Founded 2016·30-day returns·Ships to Hong KongTerms read on the retailer’s own site, October 19, 2026Visit Rare Carat
- United States·21-day returns·Ships to Hong KongTerms read on the retailer’s own site, September 2, 2026Visit Carbon Sparkle
- United Kingdom·30-day returnsTerms not yet verifiedVisit Diamond Quarter
- New Zealand·Founded 2006·30-day returns·Ships to Hong KongTerms read on the retailer’s own site, October 19, 2026Visit NZ Jewellers
- United States·Founded 2021·30-day returns·Ships to Hong KongTerms not yet verifiedVisit Aurelinne
- United States·Founded 2018·30-day returnsTerms not yet verifiedVisit Loose Grown Diamond
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The Perfect Carat
6,611 in stockUSTerms not yet verified - United KingdomTerms not yet verifiedVisit MOH London
- United States·Founded 1999·30-day returnsTerms not yet verifiedVisit Adiamor
- United Kingdom·Founded 2013·90-day returns·Ships to Hong KongTerms not yet verifiedVisit Taylor and Hart
Show 15 more retailers
- United Kingdom·Founded 2022·30-day returns·Ships to Hong KongTerms not yet verifiedVisit Moon Ocean
- United States·Founded 2004·30-day returns·Ships to Hong KongTerms read on the retailer’s own site, October 19, 2026Visit B2C Jewels
- Canada·Founded 2002·14-day returnsTerms not yet verifiedVisit Diamond Exchange Canada
- United Kingdom·Founded 2005·30-day returns·Ships to Hong KongTerms not yet verifiedVisit 77 Diamonds
- United States·Founded 2005·30-day returnsTerms not yet verifiedVisit Brilliant Earth
- United States·Founded 2002·30-day returns·Ships to Hong KongTerms not yet verifiedVisit Brilliance
- United States·Founded 2019·30-day returns·Ships to Hong KongTerms not yet verifiedVisit Friendly Diamonds
- United States·Founded 2016·40-day returns·Ships to Hong KongTerms not yet verifiedVisit RockHer
- Australia·Founded 2019·30-day returnsTerms not yet verifiedVisit Novita Diamonds
- South Africa·Founded 2005·7-day returns·Ships to Hong KongTerms read on the retailer’s own site, June 15, 2026Visit Cape Diamonds
- United States·Final sale: no returnsTerms read on the retailer’s own site, October 19, 2026Visit William & Sons Jewelers
- Germany·Founded 2011·100-day returnsTerms not yet verifiedVisit Yorxs
- AustraliaTerms not yet verifiedVisit Aida Diamonds
- United States·30-day returns·Ships to Hong KongTerms read on the retailer’s own site, September 2, 2026Visit Calavera New York
- Australia·Founded 2004·14-day returns·Ships to Hong KongTerms not yet verifiedVisit MoiMoi Australia
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.
14 of the 25 retailers ship to Hong Kong. 11 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.
- 3.04ct D VVS2from $1,187 across 21 retailersAs of October 27, 2026
- 3.03ct D VVS2from $1,183 across 20 retailersAs of October 27, 2026
- 3.04ct D VS1from $1,048 across 6 retailersAs of October 27, 2026
- 3.1ct D VS1from $1,821 across 11 retailersAs of October 27, 2026
- 2.98ct E VS1from $785 across 11 retailersAs of October 27, 2026
- 3.08ct E VS1from $910 across 23 retailersAs of October 27, 2026
What this spec means
- Radiant: a rectangular brilliant cut that combines the emerald outline with round-style faceting.
- Lab-grown: chemically identical to natural diamonds, typically at least 90% less than a comparable natural cohort from 1 carat up.
Frequently asked
How much do retailers differ on the same diamond?
Across 11,856 identical stones carried by more than one retailer, the typical gap between the cheapest and dearest listing is 307%, about HK$19,665.
Can I see retailers for one exact grade?
Yes. Each of the 30 colour 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.