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Princess Delphine of Saxe-Coburg for BAUNAT
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The Millennium Star
The wondrous world of diamonds never ceases to amaze me. Some stones are so beautiful that they fill me with awe, as did the Millennium Star. Before it was cut this diamond weighed 777 carats, after cutting only 203.04 carats remained. The Millennium Star is currently property of De Beers and is regarded as one of the most beautiful diamonds in the world because of its magnificent pear shape. This diamond is loupe clean, D grade colour (colorless) en free of impurities, simply flawless. The diamond was discovered in 1989 in the Mbuji-Mayi district of Zaïre. It took over three years to cut it to its present shape. The Millenium Star was first showed to the world in October 1999, hence the name.
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What makes the Millennium Star one of the world's most extraordinary diamonds?
The Millennium Star, discovered in 1989 in Zaïre's Mbuji-Mayi district, stands as a testament to diamond excellence. This remarkable gem started at 777 carats and was masterfully cut over three years to a pristine 203.04-carat pear shape. Owned by De Beers, it boasts flawless D-grade color and perfect clarity. The diamond, unveiled in 1999, sparked renewed interest in pear-cut diamonds, which are now trending in vintage-inspired jewelry. Their feminine shape, combining round and pointed edges, makes them particularly striking in engagement rings, pendants, and earrings.
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Fabienne Rauw
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