银价猛涨！女子三年前买钻戒附赠的足银保温杯，如今身价反超钻戒？珠宝店负责人：近期多人询问赠品回收事宜

Core Viewpoint - The price of silver has surged significantly since the beginning of 2026, with a cumulative increase of over 37% by January 23, 2026, reaching a sales price of 24.03 yuan per gram, which has also led to a substantial rise in the recovery prices of silver products [1][11]. Group 1: Silver Price Surge - The price of silver has experienced a dramatic increase, with a nearly 3% rise on January 23, 2026, and a cumulative increase of over 37% since the start of the year [11]. - In 2025, silver prices rose by nearly 140%, significantly outpacing gold's 67% increase, indicating a strong market trend [11]. - The current silver price is supported by robust market fundamentals, including a surge in industrial demand and a supply shortage [12]. Group 2: Consumer Experiences - A consumer in Chengdu, Sichuan, purchased a diamond ring for over 6,000 yuan in 2023 and received a silver thermos cup as a promotional gift, which is now valued at nearly 2,000 yuan due to the rising silver prices [3][4]. - The thermos cup, initially considered a regular promotional item, has outperformed the diamond ring in terms of value retention, highlighting the unexpected value shifts in consumer goods [6][9]. - The jewelry store confirmed that promotional activities involving silver products were common in 2023, with the cost of silver at that time being around 4-5 yuan per gram, making the promotional items attractive [6].