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Natural vs Lab-Grown Diamonds: Why Resale Value Is So Different

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Natural vs lab diamond resale reveals a harsh truth: lab-grown diamond prices crashed 74% between 2020 and 2023 while natural diamonds held steady. The physics of supply explains why this isn’t temporary. Key Takeaways: Natural diamonds retain 15-35% of retail value on resale while lab-grown diamonds recover less than 10% Lab diamond production costs dropped … Read more

Does Diamond Jewellery Have Resale Value? The Honest Truth About Diamond Prices

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Does diamond have resale value? Diamond retailers tell you diamonds are forever, diamond sellers discover they’re worth 20-50% of retail price the moment you walk out the shop. Key Takeaways: • Most diamonds lose 50-80% of their retail value immediately after purchase• Only diamonds above 1 carat with excellent certification hold meaningful resale value• The … Read more