China: Largest ‘Sakura Diamond’ to ever appear at auction showcased in Shanghai
25 April 2021 |
1:52 pm
Christie's auction house showcased the so-called 'Sakura Diamond,' the largest and clearest purple-pink diamond to ever be auctioned, according to their press statement. The diamond was shown to press in Shanghai on Monday.
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