Dime a Dozen Diamonds makes synthetic diamonds by treating carbon. Each diamond can be sold for $100. The materials cost for a standard diamond is $50. The fixed costs incurred each year for factory upkeep and administrative expenses are $213,000. The machinery costs $2.4 million and is depreciated straight-line over 10 years to a salvage value of zero.
What is the NPV break-even level of diamonds sold per year assuming a tax rate of 40%, a 10-year project life, and a discount rate of 14%? (Do not round intermediate calculations. Round your answer to the nearest whole number.)