The recent revelation regarding the 3 billion dong crown awarded at the Miss Business Global 2023 pageant has stirred significant controversy after a video surfaced, showing that the crown's supposed diamonds are actually synthetic. The video, which has garnered over 4.7 million views on TikTok, features an expert claiming that the crown's embellishments are not made from natural or lab-created diamonds, and the frame is not gold either.

The video was filmed in 2023 but only released recently, prompting the original poster to offer the crown to authorities for a valuation if necessary. This revelation has led many on social media to question the legitimacy of the crown’s value, with some suggesting that if it is not made from precious materials, the stated value of 3 billion dong is excessively high.

In response to the uproar, representatives from the Miss Business Global organization stated that the value of the crown encompasses more than just the materials used. They emphasized that factors such as design, creativity, craftsmanship, and the reputation of the creator also contribute to the crown's worth. They clarified that the 3 billion dong value does not imply that the crown is entirely made of diamonds or gold.

According to the organizers, the production cost for three crowns in 2023 was approximately 200 million dong, which they consider a significant investment for a beauty pageant. They pointed out that the crowns met aesthetic and symbolic requirements, and they have never claimed that the crown was made of real diamonds or gold.

The ongoing discussion raises questions about how beauty pageants publicly declare the value of their crowns. Some audience members feel that stating a value in the billions creates an impression of luxury and prestige, while others argue that without clear explanations, such declarations can lead to misunderstandings.

As the debate continues, many are calling for more transparency from beauty pageants regarding the valuation of their awards, especially when large figures are involved that can lead to varying interpretations among the public. The question of whether the crown is truly worth 3 billion dong remains unresolved, with no independent conclusion announced yet.