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Where to buy a 3ct natural cushion diamond
Every retailer in our index stocking this size and shape, 66 of them, across 9,324 current listings.
Updated October 29, 2026 · Independent. Zero affiliate revenue.
The market at this size and shape
Active listings
9,324
Retailers carrying
66
Median confirmed price
£21,429
Grade combinations
31
What it actually costs
Half of these diamonds are listed between £13,881 and £29,021 (as of October 29, 2026).
Middle half listed between £13,881 to £29,021
Certificated stones with a recently confirmed price only, 3,160 of them. Each contributes its cheapest confirmed price.
The same stone, priced differently
Typical spread
47%
Typical difference
£8,612
Stones compared
2,184
Across 2,184 stones of this size and shape carried by more than one retailer, the dearest listing sits 47% above the cheapest for the identical certificated diamond, a typical gap of £8,612. 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 Kingdom·Founded 2005·30-day returns·Ships to IrelandTerms not yet verifiedVisit 77 Diamonds
- Germany·Founded 2011·100-day returnsTerms not yet verifiedVisit Yorxs
- United KingdomTerms not yet verifiedVisit MOH London
- United States·Founded 2016·30-day returns·Ships to IrelandTerms read on the retailer’s own site, October 19, 2026Visit Rare Carat
- United States·Founded 2004·30-day returns·Ships to IrelandTerms read on the retailer’s own site, October 19, 2026Visit B2C Jewels
- United States·Founded 1999·30-day returns·Ships to IrelandTerms not yet verifiedVisit Blue Nile
- Australia·Founded 1996·30-day returns·Ships to IrelandTerms not yet verifiedVisit Jogia Diamonds
- United Kingdom·Founded 2014·30-day returns·Ships to IrelandTerms read on the retailer’s own site, June 15, 2026Visit Flawless Fine Jewelry
- United Kingdom·Founded 2022·30-day returns·Ships to IrelandTerms not yet verifiedVisit Moon Ocean
- United States·Founded 2002·30-day returns·Ships to IrelandTerms not yet verifiedVisit Brilliance
Show 15 more retailers
- AustraliaTerms not yet verifiedVisit Torres Jewel Co
- United States·Final sale: no returnsTerms read on the retailer’s own site, October 19, 2026Visit William & Sons Jewelers
- United States·Founded 2016·40-day returns·Ships to IrelandTerms not yet verifiedVisit RockHer
- United States·Founded 2005·30-day returnsTerms not yet verifiedVisit Brilliant Earth
- Canada·Founded 2002·14-day returnsTerms not yet verifiedVisit Diamond Exchange Canada
- United States·Founded 1998·30-day returns·Ships to IrelandTerms not yet verifiedVisit DreamStone
- United States·Founded 2010·30-day returns·Ships to IrelandTerms not yet verifiedVisit Allurez
- South Africa·Founded 2005·7-day returns·Ships to IrelandTerms read on the retailer’s own site, June 15, 2026Visit Cape Diamonds
- United States·Founded 1999·30-day returnsTerms not yet verifiedVisit Adiamor
- United States·Founded 1924·30-day returnsTerms not yet verifiedVisit Zales
- United States·Founded 1993·30-day returnsTerms not yet verifiedVisit Jared
- United States·Founded 1916·30-day returnsTerms not yet verifiedVisit Kay Jewelers
- India·Founded 2013·30-day returns·Ships to IrelandTerms not yet verifiedVisit Sarvada Jewels
- United States·Founded 2017·30-day returnsTerms not yet verifiedVisit Frank Darling
- Australia·3-day returnsTerms not yet verifiedVisit Wholesale Diamonds Direct
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.
13 of the 25 retailers ship to Ireland. 12 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.
- 3.01ct H VS2from $28,344 across 14 retailersAs of October 29, 2026
- 3.01ct H VS2from $23,380 across 9 retailersAs of October 28, 2026
- 3.01ct I VS2from $17,301 across 10 retailersAs of October 29, 2026
- 3.01ct I VS2from $25,238 across 9 retailersAs of October 28, 2026
- 3.01ct I VS1from $23,516 across 5 retailersAs of October 28, 2026
- 3.04ct I VS1from $23,257 across 20 retailersAs of October 28, 2026
What this spec means
- Cushion: a softened-corner square or rectangle with a vintage feel.
- 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 2,184 identical stones carried by more than one retailer, the typical gap between the cheapest and dearest listing is 47%, about £8,612.
Can I see retailers for one exact grade?
Yes. Each of the 31 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.