Amsterdam Diamond
Appearance
Weight | 33.74 carats (6.748 g) |
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Color | Black |
Cut | Pear |
The Amsterdam Diamond is a black diamond weighing 33.74 carats (6.748 g), and has 145 facets. It is in a pear shape, and cut from a 55.85 carats (11.170 g) rough. It was sold in 2001 for $US352,000, the highest price paid for a black diamond at auction.
The diamond originated in Africa.
See also
External links
- The Amsterdam Diamond on The World of Famous Diamonds