Report: Lab-grown diamonds reach 51% of new engagement rings in 2026
A BriteCo report finds that lab-grown diamonds have reached 51% of new engagement rings. These rings feature significantly lower median prices than natural diamonds. The data highlights a shift in the jewelry market toward more affordable lab-grown alternatives.
BriteCo reports over half of newly appraised engagement rings feature lab-grown diamonds, with median prices for these rings significantly lower than natural ones.
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