Black Star of Queensland
| Black Star of Queensland, Star Sapphire | |
|---|---|
 The 733-carat Black Star of Queensland | |
| General | |
| Category | Oxide mineral |
| Identification | |
| Color | Black |
Black Star of Queensland is a 733-carat (146.6 g) gem sapphire. It is the world's largest star sapphire. It was discovered in Australia in the 1930s.[1] The gem has been involved in several ownership disputes.[2][3] The Black Star of Queensland was on display during the 1960s at the Smithsonian as part of a display with the Hope Diamond.[4] Most recently, the sapphire was on display at the Royal Ontario Museum from 2 June through 2 December, 2007.[5] Currently, the sapphire is owned by an unknown private party and is not believed to be on public display.[6]
The Star of India at 563.4-carat (112.68 g) is thought to be the second-largest star sapphire, and it is currently on display at the American Museum of Natural History in New York City.[7]
References
- ^ Yoo, Aileen (January 5, 2010). "Legendary sapphire, a family, Cher, lovers and a lawsuit". San Francisco Gate. Retrieved 2010-01-07.
The 733-carat Black Star of Queensland is at the center of an L.A. legal squabble that centers on allegations of deception, unkept promises and a lover's betrayal. ...
{{cite news}}: Cite has empty unknown parameter:|coauthors=(help) - ^ Kim, Victoria. "For some, a sapphire has not been their best friend". Los Angeles Times. Retrieved 9 November 2011.
- ^ Li, David. "HEAVYWEIGHT GEM $CUFFLE". New York Post. Retrieved 9 November 2011.
- ^ Black, Debra. "Sapphire to star at ROM". thestar.com. Retrieved 30 May 2012.
- ^ Black, Debra. "Sapphire to star at ROM". thestar.com. Retrieved 30 May 2012.
- ^ Black, Debra. "Sapphire to star at ROM". thestar.com. Retrieved 30 May 2012.
- ^ "Sapphire". Retrieved 30 May 2012.
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