An Important Pair Of Unmounted Diamonds. Photo Christie's Image Ltd 2012
Each brilliant-cut diamond weighing 8.88 and 8.88 carats. Estimate HK$25,000,000 - HK$38,000,000 ($3,240,815 - $4,926,039). Price Realized HK$28,660,000 ($3,715,270)
Accompanied by two reports nos. 2135439789 and 5131447612 dated 21 february 2012 from the Gemological Institute of America stating that the 8.88 and 8.88 carat diamonds are d colour, flawless clarity, with excellent cut, polish and symmetry
Also accompanied by two supplemental letters from the Gemological Institute of America stating the 8.88 and 8.88 carat diamonds have been determined to be type IIA. Type IIA Diamonds are the most chemically pure type of diamond and often have exceptional optical transparency. Type IIA diamonds were first identified as originating from India (particularly from the Golconda region) but have since been recovered in all major diamond-producing regions of the world. among famous gem diamonds, the 530.20 carat Cullinan and the 105.60 carat Koh-I-Noor, are examples of type IIA (2)
Christie's. Hong Kong Magnificent Jewels. 27 November 2012. Hong Kong