Editor’s Note
This article details the discovery of a rare diamond in South Africa by Petra Diamonds, highlighting the initial high expectations for its value based on its exceptional appearance.
Last year, a rare diamond was extracted from a mine in South Africa. The company that discovered it, Petra Diamonds, had high expectations for significant profits from this stone, as its appearance alone suggested it was exceptional.
Recent information reveals that this blue diamond weighs 15.10 carats and was extracted from the Cullinan mine in South Africa.
When the diamond was found last year, some experts estimated its value could exceed 53 crore rupees. Now, after all tests are complete, the diamond’s value has been appraised at 360 crore rupees. It is reported that this diamond will be sold at the Sotheby’s auction house.
It should be noted that several such diamonds have been extracted from the Cullinan mine in recent years. These rare stones have been sold for substantial sums. Previously, another blue diamond was extracted from the Cullinan mine and sold for 58 crore rupees.
Furthermore, in 1905, the unique and extremely famous diamond ‘The Star of Africa’ was also extracted from this Cullinan mine. That 530-carat diamond, which resembled a pearl, was gifted to King Edward VII and has since been part of Britain’s royal jewels.