价格大跳水！1克拉大钻石只要3500元！1.4万元买的钻戒 如今只能卖200元

Core Insights - The price of lab-grown diamonds has significantly decreased, with the price of a 1-carat lab-grown diamond dropping from 8,000 yuan to 3,500 yuan, which is less than one-tenth of the price of a comparable natural diamond [1][7]. Group 1: Market Trends - The retail price of lab-grown diamonds has fallen over 50% from its peak, with high-quality 1-carat lab-grown diamonds now priced around 3,500 yuan, while natural diamonds of similar quality still exceed 40,000 yuan [7]. - In 2024, China's lab-grown diamond production is expected to reach approximately 22 million carats, a year-on-year increase of 144.44%, accounting for 63% of global production [3]. Group 2: Consumer Behavior - The majority of consumers purchasing lab-grown diamonds are young people, making up about 70% of buyers, and sales have doubled compared to the previous year [3]. - The perception of diamonds as a long-term investment has diminished, with many consumers expressing regret over their purchases as the resale value of natural diamonds has plummeted [8]. Group 3: Industry Impact - The market for natural diamonds is being adversely affected by the rise of lab-grown diamonds and increasing gold prices, leading to a decline in the value of natural diamonds [8]. - Major diamond companies, such as De Beers, have reduced the prices of their natural diamonds by 40% for certain products, indicating a significant shift in market dynamics [9].