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The largest white diamond ever auctioned will go under the hammer in Geneva next week. A 228.31 carat white diamond called ‘The Rock’ is the largest white diamond ever seen throughout auction market history. “The Rock”, a pear-shaped stone roughly the size of a golf ball, is expected to sell for up to $30 million. Take a look at some of the stunning images of this beautiful white diamond:
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The Rock is estimated between 19,000,000 – 30,000,000 CHF (Swiss Francs) will sold as highlight of the Geneva Magnificent Jewels auction on 11 May 2022. (AP Photo)
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The Rock, a 228.31 carat pear-shaped stone roughly the size of a golf ball, is expected to sell for up to $30 million. (Reuters Photo)
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Mined in South Africa, “The Rock” was worn by its former owner as a Cartier necklace. (Reuters Photo)
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Diamond prices have been buoyed by sanctions on major producer Russia as well as the return of VIP events as pandemic restrictions unwind. (Reuters Photo)