See full version: 10 Most Expensive Diamonds in The World and Their Prices
Thus, it comes as no surprise that one of the most expensive diamonds on this list is The Heart of Eternity. One of the several diamonds that have been found in South Africa, the Heart of Eternity was discovered by miners in South Africa. This diamond has no gray or black undertones and originally weighed 777 carats after it was discovered. It has since been cut into a heart shape and has passed through the hands of a few notable owners.
After it was cut, it improved in color and clarity and is the highest grade of colorless diamond in the world. With such unique qualities, it is no wonder it is worth $100 million and one of the most expensive diamonds in the world. more
It is not every material that improves in value after it’s been cut, but that is just one of the unique qualities of diamonds. The Wittelsbach Diamond achieved its place on this list after it was cut from its original 35.56 carats to 31.06 carats. It is one of the diamonds on this list with a lot of history behind it; it has been owned by a few members of European royalty, giving the Wittelsbach a royal background. [links]
The original size of the diamond was 186 carats before Prince Albert had it cut down to its current size of 105.6 carats. The colorless diamond also has a few other names such as Mountain of Light and Diamond of Babur. It is the most expensive diamond in the world at a value of $1 billion.
The Winston Blue Diamond is one of the small-sized diamonds on this list with a carat size of 13.22, even though it is the largest of its kind. Pear-shaped, it is internally flawless and is estimated to cost as much as $2 million per carat. here
The Hope Diamond is perhaps one of the most popular diamonds on this list known to non-diamond enthusiasts. The diamond has been a plot device in several Hollywood heist films. It has a value of $200 million, making it the third most expensive diamond in the world.
The Etcetera Burmese Ruby Necklace is considered the most expensive ruby necklace in history as it was sold for up to $6.4 million at the Christie’s Hong Kong auction in November 2013. more
Designed by the renowned jeweler James Currens, this huge piece was sold for a staggering $5.1 million at the Christie’s Hong Kong auction in November 2012.
Chinese master craftsman Chen Shiying designed this masterpiece of jewelry called “A Heritage in Bloom“, with an estimated value of 200 million US dollars, it is not only called the most expensive diamond necklace in the world, but also the most expensive necklace in the world.
Founded by the famous jewelry maker Garrard and Company, this stunner is set in a band of 155 carat pear-shaped and round white diamonds. These stones surround one of the largest Burmese rubies in the world. This heart-shaped ruby weighs an astonishing 40.63 carats. Its deep blood pigeon red tones add to its appeal. Besides, the necklace is flexible so that you can wear it as a headdress. here
It’s no surprise that Chow Tai Fook requested Wallace Chan to create A Heritage in Bloom. Chen is a masterful jewelry artist who founded his own gemstone carving workshop in 1987 when he was just 17. Chen is the first Chinese jewelry artist to ever have the privilege to exhibit and deliver speeches at the Gemological Institute of America. To add to his accomplishments, Chen invented the “Wallace Cut,” which creates the illusion of a three dimensional image inside a gemstone. [links]
A Heritage in Bloom remains in the possession of Chow Tai Fook who has no immediate plans of selling the necklace. Certainly if Chow Tai Fook ever decides to sell A Heritage in Bloom, all eyes will be on the necklace of its future lucky owner.
Number of Gemstones: 11,551
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Total Carat Weight: 383.4 tcw
The de Beers Centenary Diamond - 84.2 million euros here
Graff Vivid Pink - 38.7 million euros
This colorless diamond, named after the de Beers Consolidated Mines, is classified with the highest grade of colorless diamond - a grade D color. This means it is internally and externally flawless. It weighs 273.85 carats, although the original cut weighed an astonishing 599 carats. here
The Princie - 33 million euros
This diamond is also known as 'The Great Star of Africa' [links]