Most Expensive Diamond
A Sotheby’s auction in Hong Kong just made the record for the
world’s most expensive diamond. The diamond in question is of a
blue hue and quality cut. It was purchased by Moussaieff Jewellers
of London for $7.98 million USD. Weighing in at 6.04 carats, this
diamond is worth about $1.32 million USD per carat, thus beating
the “Hancock Red” which sold in 1987 for a mere $926,000 per carat.
The auction was held on Monday, October 8th, 2007; bidding on the
most expensive diamond lasted only 8 minutes and was, reportedly,
fierce.
Diamonds were first mined in India and have since become the
most coveted gems. Currently, the diamond market is enriched by
deposits in Russia, Botswana, Australia and the Democratic Republic
of Congo.
The carat measurement refers to the mass of the diamond. When
referring to precious gems, a carat is a fifth of a gram. The
largest diamond, at 45.52 carats, is the famous Hope Diamond.

Most Expensive Diamond
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