价格大跳水！上万元买进，现在只能卖200元？网友：还是黄金靠谱

Core Viewpoint - The artificial diamond industry in China is leading globally, with a growing variety of downstream products, including lab-grown diamonds that serve as affordable alternatives to natural diamonds [1][5]. Market Trends - The retail price of lab-grown diamonds has dropped over 50% from its peak, with high-quality 1-carat lab-grown diamonds now priced around 3,500 yuan, compared to over 40,000 yuan for natural diamonds [5][9]. - The acceptance of lab-grown diamonds among young consumers is high, with approximately 70% of buyers being young people, and sales have doubled compared to the previous year [7][9]. Consumer Behavior - There is a noticeable shift in consumer sentiment regarding the value of natural diamonds, with many expressing regret over their investments as the resale value has significantly decreased [9][11]. - Reports indicate that the resale value of natural diamonds has plummeted, with some consumers receiving offers as low as 10% of their original purchase price [11][12]. Industry Impact - The market share of lab-grown diamonds in the global diamond jewelry market is projected to exceed 40% by 2025, representing an eightfold increase since 2019 [5]. - Major diamond companies, such as De Beers, have reduced the prices of their natural diamonds by up to 40% in response to market pressures from lab-grown diamonds and rising gold prices [11][12].