The “Spectacular” Unmounted Diamond

Little is known about this magnificent diamond, but we do know that it sold for $13.8 million at a Sotheby's auction. The spectacular diamond, which weighs over 88 carats and sold for more than $12.8 million, outperformed its projected sale price. And it became one of the most expensive gemstones ever sold.

This diamond is unmounted, which means it hasn't been set in a ring or other piece of wearable jewelry. A "loose diamond" is another term for this.

Although Sotheby's did not reveal who bought the diamond, it appears that the buyer was from Hong Kong.

The cut of this diamond is oval. This is a contemporary take on the more classic pear shape and round brilliant cutting methods.

Price: 107,993,000 HKD (about $13.8 million USD)

Year Sold: Unknown

Number of Carats: 88.22

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