The most expensive diamonds are blue and pink

Auction house Christie's sold the Oppenheimer Blue diamond, which is named after the previous owner, Philip Oppenheimer. Philip not only owned a diamond, but also headed De Beers diamond mines for a long time. But nothing lasts forever in this world, the time comes to part with your treasure. Diamonds are no stranger to changing owners; unlike people, they are not afraid of time.

Oppenheimer Blue is considered the largest rectangular blue diamond. The stone is set in a white gold ring along with two transparent trapezoidal companion stones. According to the Christie's website, the final price of the stone was $ 58,246,847.

The weight of a stone of 14.62 carats may seem quite small, because in the jewelry industry and stories there are many heavier stones. Only not one weight and size determines the value of a stone, there is also purity, absence of defects and color. It is for its rarity that the Oppenheimer Blue diamond has become the record holder in value.

Although Christie's rival, Sotheby's, also sold the equally rare 15.38-carat Unique Pink diamond for $ 31,600,000. This clearly demonstrates that diamonds are still valuable and are not only a decoration, but also an investment.

Now let's see a photo of the most expensive diamonds, because few people will be able to hold these stones in their hands. Although there is no need to be sad, there are so many material values ​​and spiritual wealth in the universe that there is enough happiness for everyone, the main thing is to clearly know what our happiness is ...